The Hollywood Reporter

August 25, 2016

5:41pm PT by

Ashley Cullins

Weinstein Co. Fighting Director's $4.8M Fraud Lawsuit Over 'One Chance'

David Frankel claims the distributor agreed to release the film on at least 800 screens but instead buried it.

THR, Esq.

August 25, 2016

5:09pm PT by

Eriq Gardner

Feds Must Respond to Lawsuit Claiming IRS "Peeping Toms" Raided Health Records

The plaintiff in the case alleges that tax agents have intimate information on "leading and politically controversial members of the Screen Actors Guild and the Directors Guild."

August 25, 2016

4:56pm PT by

Ashley Cullins

Amber Heard-Johnny Depp Drama Continues With Disagreement Over Donation to Charity

Heard says her ex is trying to cut his financial liability in half by cashing in on tax deductions.

August 25, 2016

2:11pm PT by

Ashley Cullins

Hollywood Docket: Chris Brown's Assault Lawsuit; "COPS" Film Backed by Lawyer

A roundup of entertainment law news, including Rolling Stone's bid to deem UVA dean Nicole Eramo a public figure.

August 25, 2016

1:00pm PT by

Eriq Gardner

ESPN Can't Get Out of NFL Player's Privacy Lawsuit Over Reporter's Tweet

The sports network fails in persuading the judge that it is entitled under the First Amendment to include visual evidence corroborating reports even in bad taste.

August 25, 2016

12:11pm PT by

Eriq Gardner

'Friday the 13th' Rights at Stake in Lawsuit Over Horror Classic

Screenwriter Victor Miller aims to terminate a copyright grant, but a successor of the film's producer asserts the screenplay was a work-made-for-hire.

August 25, 2016

11:04am PT by

Eriq Gardner

Viacom Top Lawyer's Fate Highly Uncertain After Months of Corporate Infighting

One of the industry's most influential lawyers had his loyalties tested in the bitter struggle between Philippe Dauman and Shari and Sumner Redstone.

August 25, 2016

9:56am PT by

Ashley Cullins

Hans Zimmer Scores Win in '12 Years a Slave' Copyright Lawsuit

The legendary composer was accused of copying commercial library music for 'Solomon.'

August 24, 2016

4:07pm PT by

Eriq Gardner

Regal Settles Monopoly Suit Led by Mark Cuban's Landmark Theatres

According to the plaintiff, the theatrical giant has agreed to back down from clearances in the nation's capital.

August 24, 2016

2:53pm PT by

Eriq Gardner

Glenn Beck Defies Judge's Order to Reveal Boston Marathon Bombing Sources

The conservative commentator insists that divulging names could put these individuals in jeopardy, but he could be facing severe penalties as a result.

August 24, 2016

10:46am PT by

Eriq Gardner

"Blurred Lines" Creators Urge Appeals Court to Reverse Marvin Gaye Family's Trial Victory

Pharrell Williams, Robin Thicke and T.I. file their opening brief at the 9th Circuit.

August 23, 2016

8:12pm PT by

Ashley Cullins

Kardashians in Kourt: Sisters Win Injunction in Cosmetics Lawsuit

Haven Beauty's use of the Kardashian trademarks likely confuses consumers, a judge rules.

August 23, 2016

3:56pm PT by

Ashley Cullins

Hollywood Studios: VidAngel Threatens the Legitimate Streaming Market

Disney, LucasFilm, 20th Century Fox and Warner Bros. want the court to pause VidAngel's $1 movie rental service.

August 23, 2016

1:03pm PT by

Eriq Gardner

'American Idol' Owner Core Media Allowed to Terminate Deal With Simon Fuller

A bankruptcy judge permits the rejection of a profit sharing agreement on 'Idol' and 'So You Think You Can Dance.'

August 23, 2016

8:28am PT by

Eriq Gardner

Andrea Tantaros Lawsuit Targets Five Executives at Fox News for Retaliation

The former Fox News host claims she was subjected to harassment by Bill O'Reilly and, especially, Roger Ailes, and that others bullied and humiliated her.