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Timberlake Fights to Keep DWI Bodycam Footage From Going Public
Justin Timberlake has sued Sag Harbor to prevent the public release of bodycam footage from his June 2024 DWI arrest, claiming it would damage his reputation.
Cascio Family Flips Script on Jackson Estate with Abuse Claims
The Cascio family, who defended Michael Jackson for decades as his surrogate family, filed a lawsuit claiming he sexually abused all four siblings as children during the 1990s.
Live Nation Faces Jury as Federal Antitrust Trial Begins
Live Nation's federal antitrust trial began with jury selection after a judge rejected the company's attempts to delay proceedings, while California's attorney general criticized the concert giant's alleged monopolistic practices.
Music Companies Trapped by Legacy Partners Despite Growth Barriers
Music companies struggle to escape underperforming legacy partnerships despite clear growth limitations, with switching costs and operational complexity creating barriers to necessary upgrades.
Jackson Estate Faces Trafficking Lawsuit From Siblings Over Alleged Abuse
The Michael Jackson estate is facing a federal lawsuit from four siblings who allege the pop icon sexually abused them over more than a decade, with claims of trafficking and grooming.
Hybe Doubles Down in NewJeans Fight, Rejects Settlement from Min Hee-jin
Hybe has rejected Min Hee-jin's settlement offer to end their NewJeans dispute and is instead pursuing an appeal of the $20.5 million verdict, signaling a continued legal confrontation.
DDot Washington Fires Back at EVEN Over Lawsuit Claims
Former EVEN employee Damien "DDot" Washington responds to the platform's legal defense with detailed court documents contradicting their claims.
Nicki Minaj Loses Second Lawyer in $10M Defamation Case
Nicki Minaj loses her second attorney in a $10 million defamation lawsuit after the lawyer claims months of communication problems with his client.
Chris Brown's Defamation Suit Against Documentary Subject Moves Forward
Chris Brown's defamation lawsuit against a woman featured in the Investigation Discovery documentary 'Chris Brown: A History of Violence' will proceed to discovery and potentially trial after a judge denied her request to have the claims dismissed.
Wiz Khalifa's Drug Conviction Stands After Romanian Court Rejects Appeal
A Romanian appellate court upheld Wiz Khalifa's nine-month prison sentence for cannabis possession stemming from his 2024 arrest at a music festival.
EVEN Denies Misconduct Claims as UMG Deal Faces Lawsuit Storm
Superfan platform EVEN pushes back against discrimination charges from former executive Damien Washington, citing text messages that undermine his claims just as the company launches a Universal Music Group partnership.
BMI Legal Battle Exposes How Three Groups Dominate U.S. Performance Rights
A court case over BMI's live event rate hike reveals the U.S. performance rights market is dominated by two major players, with BMI at 45.4% and ASCAP at 46.5% market share.
Suno Crosses 2M Users, $300M Annual Revenue Amid Copyright Battles
Suno reaches 2 million subscribers and $300 million in annual revenue while battling multiple copyright lawsuits from major labels, independent artists, and international collection societies.
Irish Music Group Pushes Parliament on AI Safeguards for €1B Industry
Ireland's music industry association briefed parliament on artificial intelligence risks, calling for copyright enforcement and ethical guidelines to protect a €1 billion sector.
Court Hears Claims West Confined Worker During Malibu Demolition
A former employee testified that Kanye West ordered him to remain at his Malibu property during renovation work and refused to let him leave, in an ongoing lawsuit over unpaid wages and injuries.
Federal Court Rejects BMI's Massive Rate Hike Against Major Concert Promoters
A federal appeals court has rejected the Broadcast Music Inc.'s 138% rate increase imposed on Live Nation, AEG, and other concert promoters, calling the pricing structure unreasonable and without industry precedent.
Grand Jury Zeroes In on D4vd in Death of Teen Found in Car Trunk
D4vd becomes subject of Los Angeles County grand jury probe into the death of missing teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were discovered in the singer's Tesla.
Anders Manga Defends Copyright Case Against Stability AI's Dismissal Bid
Musician Anders Manga is pushing back against Stability AI's attempt to have his infringement lawsuit thrown out, arguing the company trained its Stable Audio model on his work without permission through a partnership with AudioSparx.
Min Hee-jin Surrenders $18M Settlement to End NewJeans Legal Battle
Min Hee-jin, former ADOR chief, offers to surrender an $18 million court-ordered payout from HYBE if the company drops all lawsuits against NewJeans members caught in the executive dispute.
R&B Singer Brian McKnight Sues Radio Host Over Ex-Wife Interview
R&B artist Brian McKnight filed a defamation lawsuit against The Rickey Smiley Morning Show and radio host Karen Clark over an interview with his ex-wife that he says misrepresented him as an abusive and neglectful parent.