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Universal Music Group Beats Drake’s “Not Like Us” Defamation Suit
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Harvey Weinstein Moves to Vacate New York Conviction Due to Threats Against Jurors
“I regret the verdict. Without the intimidation from other jurors, I believe that the jury would have hung on the Miriam Haley charge," one juror said in an affidavit.
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Wasserman Hires Paramount’s Former Legal Chief
Christa D’Alimonte, who left Paramount amid its ownership transition, will replace Mike Pickles as he retires after 15 years.
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Business
‘It Ends With Us’ Legal Fallout: Baldoni Lawyer Bryan Freedman Sued for Malpractice
Earlier this year, Justin Baldoni’s attorney was forced to defend his earlier legal work against the actor. Now, the estate of the man he once represented opposite Baldoni has accused him of treachery.
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The “Influencer” Peddlers: The Lawyers Who Have Top Creators’ Backs
MrBeast, Alex Cooper, Alix Earle and Jay Shetty count on these 23 A-list attorneys to protect — and expand — their empires.
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Universal Music Group Beats Drake’s “Not Like Us” Defamation Suit
Drake sued his record company earlier this year on allegations that the company defamed him by releasing Kendrick Lamar's Grammy-winning dis track.
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Harvey Weinstein Moves to Vacate New York Conviction Due to Threats Against Jurors
“I regret the verdict. Without the intimidation from other jurors, I believe that the jury would have hung on the Miriam Haley charge," one juror said in an affidavit.
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Wasserman Hires Paramount’s Former Legal Chief
Christa D’Alimonte, who left Paramount amid its ownership transition, will replace Mike Pickles as he retires after 15 years.
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‘It Ends With Us’ Legal Fallout: Baldoni Lawyer Bryan Freedman Sued for Malpractice
Earlier this year, Justin Baldoni’s attorney was forced to defend his earlier legal work against the actor. Now, the estate of the man he once represented opposite Baldoni has accused him of treachery.
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Chris Cuomo Loses Appeal Bid to Disqualify Arbitrator in CNN Proceedings
The former CNN anchor initiated the proceedings after he was fired by the network for giving advice to his brother, who was accused of sexual harassment.
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OpenAI’s New Video Tool Features User-Generated ‘South Park,’ ‘Dune’ Scenes. Will Studios Sue?Â
The AI company is requiring copyright holders to opt out of having their material used.
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Behind the Music? These 57 Top Power Lawyers
Taylor Swift, Rihanna and Jay-Z rely on these dealmakers to protect their rights, riches and reputations.
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YouTube to Pay $24.5 Million to Settle Trump Lawsuit
Most of the funds will go toward the construction of a $200 million ballroom at the White House. Other companies that have settled lawsuits from Trump include Meta, X and Disney's ABC.
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Paramount Hires Former DOJ Head Under Trump As Chief Legal Officer
Makan Delrahim also advised Skydance on the Paramount acquisition.
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Amazon to Pay $2.5 Billion to Settle FTC Lawsuit Over Prime “Cancellation Trickery”
The lawsuit involved claims that some users, who can get up to $51 under the deal, intended to sign up solely for a lower-cost Prime Video subscription.
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Disney Hit With Legal Salvo From Shareholders Over Jimmy Kimmel Suspension
The entertainment giant may soon have to turn over documents and communications dealing with the late night host's sidelining, including company moderation polices and copies of deals with affiliate stations addressing their right to preempt programming.
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Disney Sued After Enforcing Rights to Mickey Mouse in the Public Domain
The lawsuit seeks clarity around whether companies can exploit the earliest depiction of Mickey Mouse from a 1928 animated short.
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A Defiant Dr. Phil Takes the Stand in His Media Startup’s Bankruptcy
The TV host testified in Merit Street's bankruptcy proceedings. The company and Trinity Broadcasting are suing each other over a purported 10-year, $500 million deal.
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Hollywood PR Legal Brawl Escalates as MPRM Sues 42West Over Employee Defections
MPRM had been in sales talks until last week, when a series of high-profile clients said they were leaving for 42West, which is coming off one of its most successful marketing campaigns with 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.'
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Trump’s $15 Billion Defamation Suit Against The New York Times Dismissed
A Republican-appointed judge concluded that the lawsuit was too long.
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