A Houston judge has ruled that rapper Travis Scott must face a jury trial concerning the tragic events at the 2021 Astroworld music festival, where a deadly crowd crush during his performance resulted in ten deaths and hundreds of injuries. Judge Kristen Hawkins denied Scott’s motion for dismissal, keeping him... Read More »
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is reportedly gearing up to file an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, alleging the concert behemoth has abused its dominant position in the live music industry to stifle competition, particularly in the ticketing sector. This development, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, comes... Read More »
Casting Networks, a prominent talent listing service, is currently embroiled in a proposed class action lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court. The suit accuses the company of exploiting actors by charging them fees for audition opportunities, a practice alleged to violate a California law aimed at protecting performers from... Read More »
Universal Pictures has reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed by two men, Peter Michael Rosza and Conor Woulfe. The plaintiffs accused Universal of deceptive advertising practices related to the film "Yesterday." The settlement was confirmed on Friday as attorneys for both parties informed the court of their agreement, although... Read More »
In the ongoing legal battle surrounding the 2021 Astroworld music festival tragedy, Travis Scott (Jacques Bermon Webster II) has formally requested to be dismissed from the mass litigation that ensued after the event, which resulted in ten fatalities and numerous injuries. The disaster unfolded during Scott's performance on November 5,... Read More »
Disney is confronting allegations of underpaying maintenance workers at its hotels near the iconic Disneyland Resort in Southern California. A lawsuit filed in Orange County Superior Court accuses the entertainment behemoth of a series of labor law violations, including forcing workers to bear the cost of their own tools, failing... Read More »
U.S. District Judge Dolly Gee ruled that 20th Television must proceed to trial over allegations of religious discrimination against Rockmond Dunbar, a former cast member of the popular TV series "911." Dunbar was terminated after refusing the COVID-19 vaccine on religious grounds, marking a significant moment in the ongoing debate... Read More »
In a decisive move that highlights the escalating scrutiny over TikTok's Chinese ownership, the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee has unanimously approved a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban on the popular short video app. The legislation, which passed with a 50-0 vote, signals a significant step... Read More »
In a swift and decisive verdict on Wednesday, March 6th, jurors have convicted Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the armorer on the set of the Western film “Rust,” of involuntary manslaughter in the tragic shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The conviction, which came after less than three hours of deliberation, highlights... Read More »
In a dramatic turn of events, New York prosecutors have dropped all charges against three collectibles experts previously accused of conspiring to sell stolen handwritten lyrics of the Eagles' iconic song "Hotel California." The decision came unexpectedly in the middle of the trial, following the late disclosure of 6,000 pages... Read More »
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, is under scrutiny for potentially misleading investors about the origins of its market success. In a recent ruling, U.S. District Judge Kenly Kato refused to dismiss a class action lawsuit alleging that Live Nation may have violated securities laws by attributing its financial... Read More »
In a legal battle over rock 'n' roll memorabilia, three men face charges in a New York courtroom for allegedly attempting to sell original manuscripts of the Eagles' iconic song "Hotel California" without proper ownership rights. The defendants, rare-book dealer Glenn Horowitz, former Rock & Roll Hall of Fame curator... Read More »
In a notable copyright infringement case, rapper Cam’ron, legally known as Cameron Giles, and his company Dipset Couture have been ordered by a federal judge to compensate photographer Djamilla Cochran more than $50,000. The legal action stemmed from Cam’ron's unauthorized use of Cochran’s photograph, which captures the iconic image of... Read More »
Performers at Disneyland, who bring iconic characters like Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy to life, are making moves to join the Actors' Equity Association, a prominent labor union that represents live theatrical performers. This push towards unionization aims to secure better pay, benefits, and working conditions for those who... Read More »
In November 1928, Walt Disney revolutionized the animation industry with the release of "Steamboat Willie," a cartoon that showcased synchronized sound and introduced the world to Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Mickey Mouse, in particular, evolved into an emblematic figure for Disney, permeating every facet of its branding, from theme parks... Read More »
