Example Case Types and Current Investigations

Fake Alpha-Prototype and Beta-Playtest Pokémon Cards

Through the use of a printer-tracking-dot process, it was determined that a number of early Pokémon prototypes and playtest cards which were allegedly created in 1996, were in fact printed in 2024. Hundreds, if not thousands, of collectors bought these cards believing they were authentic, when in fact they were fake. If you purchased one of these fake cards, feel free to contact Lesko Law LLC for a free consultation.

Nonauthentic Game-Worn Uniforms

Collecting game-worn uniforms allows fans and collectors to have a tangible connection with their favorite athletes as well as with specific games and seasons in history. However, when allegedly game-worn uniforms are discovered to have not been worn in any games despite representations to the contrary, that is a crushing blow to collectors. If you purchased a game-worn uniform only to later find out it was not in fact "game worn," feel free to contact Lesko Law LLC for a free consultation.

Graded Cards That Were Later Revealed to be Altered or Not Authentic

Collectors find comfort in purchasing graded cards, knowing that the cards purchased are authentic and unaltered. However, if it is later determined that a card is not authentic or has been modified, the value of those cards diminish…often to zero. If you purchased a graded card only to later find out it was not authentic or had been modified (e.g., trimmed), feel free to contact Lesko Law LLC for a free consultation.

Intellectual Property Infringement on eBay, Etsy

Have infringers stolen your IP or name, image and likeness and created products without your permission? It's intimidating to know where to begin, or even if it makes financial sense to pursue such infringers. At Lesko Law LLC, however, we can enforce your IP on a contingent fee basis. Feel free to contact Lesko Law LLC for a free consultation.