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Judge Rejects Proposed Weinstein Class Action Settlement
July 14, 2020
7:45am PT by
Ashley Cullins
Judge Rejects Proposed Weinstein Class Action Settlement
Multiple women on Monday objected to the proposed settlement, with one calling it "unjust and vile."
THR, Esq.
Quibi Outplays Eko In First Round of Dispute Over Turnstyle Technology
July 13, 2020
7:08pm PT by
Ashley Cullins
,
Natalie Jarvey
Quibi Outplays Eko In First Round of Dispute Over Turnstyle Technology
Eko, an interactive media company, failed to show that it would be irreparably harmed if Quibi isn't immediately barred from using the tech.
Weinstein Class Action Settlement Challenged As "Unjust and Vile" As Multiple Accusers Object
July 13, 2020
3:34pm PT by
Ashley Cullins
Weinstein Class Action Settlement Challenged As "Unjust and Vile" As Multiple Accusers Object
One woman says she was dropped by her lawyers for criticizing the terms and another says the New York Attorney General's Office attempted to bully her into settling.
Can Reese Witherspoon Beat Lawsuit Over Awkward COVID-19 Lottery?
July 13, 2020
9:16am PT by
Eriq Gardner
Can Reese Witherspoon Beat Lawsuit Over Awkward COVID-19 Lottery?
In court papers, the actress argues that she wasn't offering an unlimited amount of free dresses to school teachers nationwide as appreciation for their hard work. Instead, educators were presented an "opportunity."
Tfue's California Suit Against FaZe Clan Dismissed as New York Trial Approaches
July 10, 2020
3:52pm PT by
Ashley Cullins
Tfue's California Suit Against FaZe Clan Dismissed as New York Trial Approaches
The battle between the 'Fortnite' star and his former gaming organization is currently set for an October trial.
Indie Director Blasts Government's Argument That Filming Isn't Protected Speech
July 10, 2020
3:28pm PT by
Ashley Cullins
Indie Director Blasts Government's Argument That Filming Isn't Protected Speech
Gordon Price's attorney argues the government's position that filming is only facilitative of speech is "akin to arguing writing or typing can be freely regulated because they merely 'facilitate' speech and press rights."
Weinstein Accusers Seek Secrecy for Opt-Out Agreement That Could Tank Settlement
July 08, 2020
11:46am PT by
Ashley Cullins
Weinstein Accusers Seek Secrecy for Opt-Out Agreement That Could Tank Settlement
If too many women opt out of the settlement, defendants can withdraw from it and void the deal.
Eminem's Publisher Sues Harry Fox Agency, Alleging it Conspired With Spotify to Skimp on Royalties
July 08, 2020
8:46am PT by
Ashley Cullins
Eminem's Publisher Sues Harry Fox Agency, Alleging it Conspired With Spotify to Skimp on Royalties
Eight Mile Style alleges Spotify and HFA conspired to conceal copyright infringement by backdating Notices of Intention to obtain compulsory mechanical licenses and falsifying royalty documents.
Dear Johnny Depp, Fire Your Lawyers
July 07, 2020
3:46pm PT by
Eriq Gardner
Dear Johnny Depp, Fire Your Lawyers
The star begins a libel trial against a U.K. tabloid that called him a "wife beater." No matter the verdict, he's destined to lose.
Movie Theater Giants Sue New Jersey Over "Unconstitutional" COVID-19 Closures
July 07, 2020
7:06am PT by
Eriq Gardner
Coronavirus
Movie Theater Giants Sue New Jersey Over "Unconstitutional" COVID-19 Closures
AMC, Cinemark and Regal say that if churches are reopening, so must movie houses.
MGM Says Starz Waited Too Long to Sue Over Exclusive Movies
July 07, 2020
6:41am PT by
Eriq Gardner
MGM Says Starz Waited Too Long to Sue Over Exclusive Movies
The studio defendant attempts to limit the suit to just one movie — 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.'
Roy Moore Advances in Suit Against Sacha Baron Cohen
July 07, 2020
5:45am PT by
Eriq Gardner
Roy Moore Advances in Suit Against Sacha Baron Cohen
A federal judge rules he needs to know more about "Yerushalayim TV," an outfit that Cohen may have registered in Wyoming as a front.
Johnny Depp's Libel Trial Against The Sun Can Proceed
July 02, 2020
3:27am PT by
Georg Szalai
Johnny Depp's Libel Trial Against The Sun Can Proceed
"I am not persuaded that the trial of the claim would be unfair," a judge decides. The trial is scheduled to begin next week.
Harvey Weinstein Sexual Misconduct Class Action Settlement Includes $18.8M Survivors' Fund
June 30, 2020
6:52pm PT by
Ashley Cullins
Harvey Weinstein Sexual Misconduct Class Action Settlement Includes $18.8M Survivors' Fund
The women will also be released from any nondisclosure agreements they have signed.
"Sh**ty Media Men" List Creator Unable to Escape Libel Suit
June 30, 2020
3:37pm PT by
Eriq Gardner
"Sh**ty Media Men" List Creator Unable to Escape Libel Suit
The judge concludes that Stephen Elliott, an author who was accused of rape, is not a public figure who needs to show actual malice to prevail.
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