Appeals Court Burns Defamation Lawsuit Targeting ‘American Hustle’ Microwave Scene
Reversing the trial judge, the California appeals court holds the 2013 film to be a “farce” and says viewers will hardly trust what Jennifer Lawrence says in the David O. Russell picture.
SAG-AFTRA Asks for Investigation of Videogame Industry Over Vocal Safety Issues
Employer pressure to overwork their voices has caused performers to taste blood, faint, lose their voices for months at a time and suffer permanent damage, says the union.
Philippe Dauman Argues Trustees’ Ratification of His Removal Isn’t Significant
The Viacom chief will square off against Sumner Redstone’s attorneys in court on Tuesday.
The Impact of Media Leaks and Abuse Claims on Johnny Depp’s Divorce, According to Top Lawyers
The media frenzy surrounding leaked photos and texts could anger the judge, regardless of who did the leaking.
Hollywood Docket: Drumpf Trademark Hits Roadblock
Plus, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump settles a lawsuit over use of a bald eagle image.
‘Biggest Loser’ Doctor Sues Former Contestant and New York Post for Libel
Dr. Robert Huizenga, better known as Dr. H, claims the New York Post intentionally published false and defamatory statements about him, including that he encouraged unsafe and illegal weight loss methods on the show.
Spotify Sued Over Notorious B.I.G. Image on Streaming Service
Photographer Dana Lixenberg is claiming copyright infringement.
Author Sues Universal Over Musical Theater Adaptation of ‘October Sky’
Homer Hickam Jr. says Universal only had rights to turn his book ‘Rocket Boys’ into one movie, and now the company is changing the meaning of their contract and hijacking his life story.
Sumner Redstone Filing: Philippe Dauman Lawsuit Amounts to a Plot to Keep Tenuous Job
Reps for the 93-year-old media mogul look to stop Viacom’s chairman from contesting competence in Massachusetts.
Amber Heard Sues Comedian for Defamation Over Claim She’s Blackmailing Johnny Depp
Doug Stanhope wrote a piece for The Wrap entitled ‘Johnny Depp Is Being Blackmailed by Amber Heard – Here’s How I Know.’
‘American Idol’ Producer Files $6 Million Lawsuit Against Season 11 Winner Phillip Phillips
A complaint filed on Thursday follows the bankruptcy of 19 Entertainment.
Madonna Gets Victory Over ‘Vogue’ Sample at Appeals Court
The 9th Circuit rules that a trivial taking isn’t enough to establish copyright infringement.
Wiz Khalifa Sues to End Contract with Manager and Label
The rapper is seeking to end a 360 deal he agreed to when he was 16 years old.
Sumner Redstone’s Granddaughter Sides With Viacom Board Members Against Shari
Keryn Redstone adds more family drama to Viacom board circus.
Sumner Redstone’s Ex-Companion Moves for New Trial in Healthcare Dispute
Manuela Herzer says the recent business decisions Shari Redstone has made in her father’s name prove he is the victim of elder abuse and financial fraud.
CBS Beats Lawsuit Over Pre-1972 Songs With Bold Copyright Argument
A judge determines that remastered versions of old songs get copyright — and owners of the originals can’t stop the public performance of them.
Robert Kirkman Battles Contention ‘Walking Dead’ Isn’t Distinctive Enough
The creator of the zombie series is asserting trademark rights to stop a restaurateur.
Eddie Money’s Drummer Ramps Up Discrimination Lawsuit With Sexual Harassment Claims
Glenn Symmonds sued for wrongful termination in October, and now his fiancee is joining the suit claiming Money sexually harrassed her.
L.A. County Sheriff Investigating Claims of Illegal Drug Use on ‘The Biggest Loser’
The reality weight loss series is also facing a potential lawsuit from a former contestant.
UTA Rips “Whining” CAA’s Poaching Tactics in Lawsuit Response
In new court papers, UTA frames CAA’s lawsuit as being hypocritical.
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