“Elden claims that the image has caused him to “suffer lifelong damages.””
I believe Elden and support him. I remember when the Nirvana album was released and saw the cover. It was a shock: gross, stupid and repulsive. I was insulted by the stupid band and their stupid managers. Cobain was brilliant but unethical, depressed and grungy. I also remember at guitarist for a top punk band scolding me for not liking Nirvana at the time. Oh well. Play with fire, get burned. Nirvana is ancient history now like Foreigner, Toto, and Three Day Stubble.
“In adulthood, Elden has recreated the famous cover on multiple occasions. Though he has “Nevermind” tattooed on his chest, Elden’s view of the iconic image has seemingly changed in recent years.”
So he hasn’t suffered lifelong damages. He’s a liar. Of course he may be have changed his mind now and that is fine. He’s still a liar. And lying to a judge! Case dismissed.