• The lawsuit alleges Williams was never an official member of C+C Music Factory, which Clivillés co-founded with producer David Cole.
• Clivillés claims Williams used the group’s trademark and identity to promote performances and business ventures without authorization.
• The complaint reportedly seeks $30 million in damages, citing alleged trademark infringement and financial harm.
• Williams became closely associated with the group through his performances on its early-1990s hits, including “Gonna Make You Sweat.”
• The dispute centers on who has the legal right to use the C+C Music Factory name decades after the group’s commercial peak.
The allegations have not been proven in court. Williams has not publicly responded to the claims, and the case’s outcome could determine how the group’s legacy and branding are used in future performances and promotions.