Law Firms Targeted by Impersonating Tokens in Class Action Suit Against Pump.fun
In a surprising twist in the ongoing legal battles surrounding the memecoin platform Pump.fun, two law firms involved in a proposed class action lawsuit have declared themselves victims of a digital impersonation scheme. They have issued a cease and desist letter to the creators of a token named ‘DOGSHIT2’, demanding the immediate removal of this Solana-based memecoin that has seen an impressive surge of nearly 200%, as reported by CoinGecko.
For those not deeply entrenched in the online world, the rationale behind a law firm taking issue with a token themed around canine waste may seem perplexing. However, the controversy stems from references linking the token to one of the law firm’s wallets, which were included in exhibits submitted by Burwick Law as part of their initial filings against Pump.fun. These documents aimed to illustrate the ease with which tokens can be launched on the platform.
In a statement posted on X, Burwick Law emphasized, “Our firms have no affiliation, endorsement, or ownership interest in the Dogshit2 token or any related assets.” They further clarified, “Simply put, our firms have not launched any memecoins on-chain.” The firm expressed concern that Pump.fun had launched tokens specifically designed to intimidate their clients and disrupt ongoing litigation.
Burwick Law elaborated, stating, “These efforts include the creation of memecoins that impersonate our plaintiffs. These acts represent the use of blockchain technologies as a tool for disrupting justice and due process.” This incident marks a significant concern for legal professionals navigating the complex intersection of cryptocurrency and intellectual property rights.
Previously, Burwick Law had gained attention for representing investors in a lawsuit against the creators of the Hawk Tuah ($HAWK) token, where they alleged that the creators exploited the internet fame of Hailey Welch to promote an unregistered security.
