The owner of a Dominick's chain must pay Michael Jordan $8.9 million for using his name and promoting a product in an ad without his permission.

A jury deliberated for six hours before handing down the verdict Friday night in federal court in Chicago.

"I'm pleased with today's verdict," Jordan said in a statement. "No one -- whether or not they're a public figure -- should have to worry about their identity being used without their permission. The case was not about the money as I plan to donate the proceeds to charity. It was about honesty and integrity. I hope this case sends a clear message, both here in the United States and around the world, that I will continue to be vigilant about protecting my name and identity. I also hope the size of the monetary reward will deter others from using someone else's identity and believe they will only pay a small penalty."