Pop superstar Taylor Swift is facing a legal storm yet again, this time in the form of a $30 million lawsuit accusing her of copyright infringement and the drama isn't just about the claims, but about how hard it’s been to even serve her the papers.
Poet claims Swift stole her work across multiple albums, but lawsuit stalls due to Taylor Swift’s elusive lifestyle
Florida-based poet Teresa La Dart Marasco has filed a sweeping legal complaint against Taylor Swift and her production company, alleging that Swift unlawfully used her poetry in songs and visuals on four major albums: Lover, Folklore, Midnights , and The Tortured Poets Department. Marasco accuses the global music icon of a “pattern of intellectual property theft” and is seeking $30 million in damages.
The case, however, is hitting a major roadblock: the plaintiff can’t find Swift to deliver the legal documents. Citing “extreme difficulties” due to Taylor Swift’s extensive security, secretive residences, and private travel, Marasco says the pop star is essentially untouchable. “It's impossible without court assistance,” she said in new court filings. The poet believes Taylor Swift’s celebrity status is shielding her from legal accountability.
Taylor Swift accused of copying poetry after concert sparked suspicions
Teresa La Dart Marasco claims she first suspected her work was being used without permission after attending one of Swift’s Eras Tour shows in 2024. According to the lawsuit, “That is when she discovered the infringement and went back to her earlier albums to check other songs since there were so many found.”
Despite the seriousness of the accusation, the court documents don’t outline exactly which lyrics or visuals allegedly mirror Marasco’s work, a fact Swift’s legal team has latched onto as they move to dismiss the case. So far, neither Swift nor her representatives have publicly responded to the revived legal action.
Adding pressure to Marasco’s challenge is the legal clock. Copyright law gives plaintiffs a three-year window from the moment they become aware of a potential violation. Attorneys argue that many of the songs in question fall outside that statute, since they were released before 2021.
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This isn’t the first time Marasco has tried to sue Swift, a previous attempt in 2023 was tossed out for failure to serve. Now, she’s asking the court for more time and guidance before her claim disappears again, this time for good. Whether this case ever makes it to court remains uncertain — but the allegations are explosive, and Swift’s silence only fuels the controversy.
Poet claims Swift stole her work across multiple albums, but lawsuit stalls due to Taylor Swift’s elusive lifestyle
Florida-based poet Teresa La Dart Marasco has filed a sweeping legal complaint against Taylor Swift and her production company, alleging that Swift unlawfully used her poetry in songs and visuals on four major albums: Lover, Folklore, Midnights , and The Tortured Poets Department. Marasco accuses the global music icon of a “pattern of intellectual property theft” and is seeking $30 million in damages.
The case, however, is hitting a major roadblock: the plaintiff can’t find Swift to deliver the legal documents. Citing “extreme difficulties” due to Taylor Swift’s extensive security, secretive residences, and private travel, Marasco says the pop star is essentially untouchable. “It's impossible without court assistance,” she said in new court filings. The poet believes Taylor Swift’s celebrity status is shielding her from legal accountability.
A woman suing Taylor Swift said she is experiencing "extreme difficulties" in serving the singer with the lawsuit. https://t.co/emxdKG3589
— Newsweek (@Newsweek) April 8, 2025
Taylor Swift accused of copying poetry after concert sparked suspicions
Teresa La Dart Marasco claims she first suspected her work was being used without permission after attending one of Swift’s Eras Tour shows in 2024. According to the lawsuit, “That is when she discovered the infringement and went back to her earlier albums to check other songs since there were so many found.”
Despite the seriousness of the accusation, the court documents don’t outline exactly which lyrics or visuals allegedly mirror Marasco’s work, a fact Swift’s legal team has latched onto as they move to dismiss the case. So far, neither Swift nor her representatives have publicly responded to the revived legal action.
Adding pressure to Marasco’s challenge is the legal clock. Copyright law gives plaintiffs a three-year window from the moment they become aware of a potential violation. Attorneys argue that many of the songs in question fall outside that statute, since they were released before 2021.
Also Read: Did Taylor Swift really forgive Blake Lively after being dragged into the explosive $400M lawsuit scandal?
This isn’t the first time Marasco has tried to sue Swift, a previous attempt in 2023 was tossed out for failure to serve. Now, she’s asking the court for more time and guidance before her claim disappears again, this time for good. Whether this case ever makes it to court remains uncertain — but the allegations are explosive, and Swift’s silence only fuels the controversy.
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