Ronald Isley and Rudolph Isley's estate jointly seek dismissal of 'Isley Brothers' trademark lawsuit

Ronald Isley and the estate of Rudolph Isley jointly asked a federal judge to dismiss their trademark lawsuit over the 'Isley Brothers' band name, Billboard reported on 13 August 2026. The request formalised a tentative settlement reached in February. Court filings disclose no terms — including who owns the trademark or whether money changed hands. Rudolph sued Ronald in March 2023 and died that year.