NEWARK, N.J. (AP) - A federal court says a former manager of The Drifters could be entitled to millions of dollars from concert promoters who have infringed on the famed singing group's trademark.

The 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia ruled last week in favor of Faye Treadwell, who has fought a lengthy legal battle over the name of the group that recorded such classics as "Up On The Roof" and "Under The Boardwalk."

The ruling allows Treadwell to seek damages from New York City promoter Larry Marshak and his associates, who have promoted the group since 2001.

Marshak promoted concerts of The Drifters as well as singing groups The Platters and The Coasters. None feature original members of the groups, which had their heyday in the 1950s and ‘60s.