If you’ve been following the WordPress world lately, you might have heard about the small little lawsuit between WP Engine and Automattic. Jokes aside, it’s the kind of case that could have far-reaching effects for developers, other hosting companies, and anyone whose business depends on WordPress for that matter.
Court Grants WP Engine’s Injunction Against Automattic
In the latest twist of the WordPress world’s legal disputes, the court has granted WP Engine’s motion for a preliminary injunction against Automattic. In summary, the court found that WP Engine is likely to succeed on the merits of its claims, is likely to suffer irreparable harm without the injunction, the “balance of equities” favors WP Engine, and issuing the injunction is in the public interest.