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US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Tory Lanez sues California officials for $100m over prison stabbing

Tory Lanez filed a $100 million lawsuit after being stabbed in prison, alleging negligence by California corrections officials in housing him with a violent inmate.
#defamation-lawsuit
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
19 hours ago

Kash Patel's $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Looks Better With Beer Goggles - Above the Law

FBI Director Kashyap Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
19 hours ago

Patel: I'm No Erratic Drunk, Now Give me $250 Million

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against the Atlantic, claiming false statements about his behavior and capabilities.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
19 hours ago

Kash Patel's $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Looks Better With Beer Goggles - Above the Law

FBI Director Kashyap Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
19 hours ago

Patel: I'm No Erratic Drunk, Now Give me $250 Million

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against the Atlantic, claiming false statements about his behavior and capabilities.
#harvey-weinstein
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 hours ago
NYC LGBT

Jurors set to hear opening statements in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in New York

Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial begins, focusing on a 2013 incident amid ongoing legal battles and the #MeToo movement.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
US news

Harvey Weinstein hires Luigi Mangione's and Sean Diddy' Combs' lawyers as his 3rd NY trial looms

Harvey Weinstein hired prominent defense lawyers Jacob Kaplan, Marc Agnifilo, and Teny Geragos to represent him at his third New York rape trial after rejecting a guilty plea.
NYC LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 hours ago

Jurors set to hear opening statements in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in New York

Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial begins, focusing on a 2013 incident amid ongoing legal battles and the #MeToo movement.
Medicine
fromThe Independent
21 hours ago

Blind Side star found out his wife was married to another man after waking from coma

Quinton Aaron discovered his wife was still legally married to another man while hospitalized after a spinal stroke.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

Enraged Trump appointee sues media for reporting on his drunkeness. His lawyer is a "legal clown." - LGBTQ Nation

Kashyap Patel is suing The Atlantic for defamation over allegations of misconduct, while his lawyer has a history of unsuccessful lawsuits.
fromVulture
14 hours ago

Brianna LaPaglia Says Alex Cooper 'Capitalized' on Breakup with Grace O'Malley

Posting old DMs from 2022-2023 when I didn't know any of these things about you. When you didn't try to poach a vulnerable person, my ex-best friend, and capitalize off of a very real situation between the two of us.
Podcast
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 hours ago

I Respect the Move': Bill Maher Spills on Trump Trying to Block His Kennedy Center Award

Bill Maher admires Trump's serious rivalry, noting attempts to block his Mark Twain prize, but he remains confident about receiving the award on June 28.
NYC music
fromAllHipHop
2 days ago

Danity Kane Internal War Breaks Out Over False Advertising For LA Block Party Show

D. Woods and Aundrea Fimbres booked a show without informing other Danity Kane members, leading to internal conflict and fan confusion.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Survivors of alleged sexual abuse by former owner of Harrods want enablers to face justice

Survivors of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed demand accountability and regulation to prevent future incidents, emphasizing the need for meaningful consequences.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Is Meghan Markle really the most trolled person in the world? | Arwa Mahdawi

The global energy crisis persists despite Iran reopening the strait of Hormuz, with significant damage to power infrastructure and ongoing criticism of Meghan Markle.
Pets
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

'Baywatch' heartthrob accused of Malibu hit-and-run after killing dog: report

David Charvet is accused of hitting and killing a dog with his truck in Malibu and then leaving the scene.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Karen Read, Turtleboy facing defamation lawsuit from witnesses in her murder case

Witnesses in Karen Read's case filed a lawsuit against her and a blogger for defamation and torment over false accusations related to a murder case.
Television
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Will Not Face New Charges

Domestic violence allegations between Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen led to halted production and legal investigations, but no new charges were filed.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A single Epstein email shines a light on myths about American justice and art | Alex Duran

Jes Staley's email reflects a racist view on cultural pacification and the role of hip-hop in society.
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Yolo County Explosion Defendants Make Court Appearance

Six individuals have been indicted in connection with a fireworks explosion in Yolo County, with court appearances scheduled for the defendants, including former sheriff's lieutenant Sam Machado.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Mom of 2 boys killed by LA socialite in hit-and-run crash reveals vile message killer sent from jail

Last week, Rebecca Grossman-the woman who killed my two precious boys, Mark and Jacob, by speeding through a crosswalk-made a request that I would go visit her in prison... to 'see the circumstances she is in.' And that she is 'A victim.'
SF parents
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: Jury Finds Live Nation a Harmful Monopoly, Oregon National Guard Members Headed to Middle East, and AI Val Kilmer Still Seems Bad - Portland Mercury

Portland's local news includes ethics complaints, weather updates, and military deployments.
#katy-perry
NYC LGBT
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Katy Perry Under Police Investigation for Alleged Sexual Assault of Ruby Rose

Katy Perry is under police investigation following Ruby Rose's allegations of sexual assault at a Melbourne nightclub in 2010.
NYC LGBT
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Katy Perry Under Police Investigation for Alleged Sexual Assault of Ruby Rose

Katy Perry is under police investigation following Ruby Rose's allegations of sexual assault at a Melbourne nightclub in 2010.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin snag Pelosi LGBTQ+ Ally Award. They warn of 'authoritarian takeover'

Lisa Rinna warns that the U.S. is experiencing an authoritarian takeover, threatening democracy and equality.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Ignores Eric Swalwell Rape Allegations and Resignation, Months After Launching His Gubernatorial Campaign on Show

Jimmy Kimmel ignored Rep. Eric Swalwell's rape allegations and resignation during his show, focusing instead on President Trump and other topics.
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

Joe Eszterhas' Wild Tales, from Writing 'Basic Instinct' on Cocaine and Jack Daniels to an Unhinged Visit with Mel Gibson

Joe Eszterhas, a Hungarian-born former journalist, made a name for himself in Hollywood with provocative screenplays and a flair for controversy, becoming a staple in entertainment news.
Independent films
#fbi
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Media industry

Kash Patel Says He's Suing Over Report Claiming He's Repeatedly Been Intoxicated in Public While FBI Director

Media industry
fromPoynter
3 hours ago

Kash Patel sued The Atlantic. Can he actually win? - Poynter

FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of erratic behavior and excessive drinking.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Kash Patel Says He's Suing Over Report Claiming He's Repeatedly Been Intoxicated in Public While FBI Director

FBI Director Kash Patel plans to sue The Atlantic over a report questioning his fitness for the job and alleging intoxication issues.
Toronto startup
fromFortune
6 days ago

The mystery behind Elizabeth Holmes' tweeting spree from prison | Fortune

Elizabeth Holmes' social media activity is not directly managed by her due to prison restrictions.
Law
fromVulture
12 hours ago

Megan the Stallion Denied a Permanent Injunction Against Milagro Cooper

Megan Thee Stallion was denied a permanent injunction against Milagro Cooper by a federal judge.
#kash-patel
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
23 hours ago

The Atlantic calls Kash Patel's $250 million defamation lawsuit 'meritless'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over claims of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
23 hours ago

The Atlantic calls Kash Patel's $250 million defamation lawsuit 'meritless'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over claims of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
#d4vd
NYC music
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Kanye West Sucker-Punched Diner at Chateau Marmont, New Lawsuit Alleges

Kanye West faces a lawsuit for allegedly assaulting a diner at Chateau Marmont in April 2024.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
fromThe IP Law Blog
3 days ago

The Briefing: Taylor Swift, Trademark Law, and the Fight Over 'Life of a Showgirl'

The case examines whether a phrase can function as a protectable trademark or if it is simply a descriptive title, which has significant legal implications.
Intellectual property law
Film
fromThe Independent
5 days ago

Hunger Games actor Ethan Jamieson arrested for alleged assault with intent to kill

Ethan Jamieson was arrested for felony assault after allegedly firing a gun at a moving vehicle in Raleigh, North Carolina.
#blake-lively
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively Speaks About 'Unfathomably Painful' Lawsuit

Blake Lively expresses gratitude for the court's ruling allowing her case against Justin Baldoni to proceed to trial, emphasizing the importance of speaking up against retaliation.
Law
fromVulture
1 week ago

Even the Judges Want Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to Settle

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal case may settle out of court, but recent meetings have not resolved the issues.
Law
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively pledges to continue Justin Baldoni lawsuit after harassment setback

Blake Lively will continue her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni despite most claims being dismissed, focusing on retaliation and breach of contract.
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively Speaks About 'Unfathomably Painful' Lawsuit

Blake Lively expresses gratitude for the court's ruling allowing her case against Justin Baldoni to proceed to trial, emphasizing the importance of speaking up against retaliation.
Law
fromVulture
1 week ago

Even the Judges Want Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to Settle

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal case may settle out of court, but recent meetings have not resolved the issues.
Law
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively pledges to continue Justin Baldoni lawsuit after harassment setback

Blake Lively will continue her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni despite most claims being dismissed, focusing on retaliation and breach of contract.
NYC music
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Kanye West sued for battery, emotional distress over 'cowardly' altercation at Chateau Marmont

Ye faces a civil lawsuit for allegedly punching a man in West Hollywood, resulting in serious injuries and medical expenses.
Law
fromABA Journal
4 days ago

Magicians Penn & Teller file Supreme Court brief questioning use of 'investigative hypnosis'

Penn & Teller challenge the validity of 'investigative hypnosis' in criminal cases, arguing it misleads witnesses and lacks scientific support.
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Michael Jackson Estate Spent Up to $15 Million Removing Child Abuse Allegation Scenes

The film, Michael, originally concluded with the singer's 1993 scandal, when a family accused Jackson of sexually abusing their 13-year-old son. That ending was cut when lawyers for the Jackson Estate found a clause in a settlement with the accuser, which prohibits the dramatization of him in a movie.
Independent films
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Hollywood director's son accused of lewd acts in water polo games goes into hiding - as his mom gives arrogant four-word message

The allegations against the water polo star surfaced in the suit filed last month by former teammate Romain, who says Van der Woude subjected him to months of racist harassment and sexual abuse while playing on Harvard-Westlake's elite team.
SF parents
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
Film
fromVulture
5 days ago

Hollywood Really Doesn't Want Paramount and Warner Bros. to Happen

Celebrities are opposing the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger, citing concerns over industry consolidation and its impact on creativity and diversity.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Ruby Rose vs. Katy Perry: Australia police confirm investigation into reported 2010 incident

Ruby Rose accused Katy Perry of sexual assault in a series of social media posts, stating, 'Katy Perry sexual assaulted me at spice market nightclub in Melbourne.' Rose mentioned that the incident occurred when she was in 'my early 20s'.
NYC LGBT
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Former Adult Film Star Passes The Bar Exam - Above the Law

Asia Carrera, whose real name is Jessica Steinhauser, graduated from St. Mary's Law in 2024 and cleared the Texas bar exam after a previous near miss by just two points.
Law
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Celebrity on celebrity: are we losing the art of the big star interview?

Wealthy businesspeople are increasingly held accountable, yet interviews among elites lack critical perspective and often become mutual admiration sessions.
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Live Nation says it will fight monopoly suit loss

The jury found that Ticketmaster overcharged consumers $1.72 per ticket. Live Nation argues the up to $280 million it pledged in its settlement with the Justice Department and a handful of states will ultimately prove larger than the sum based on the jury award.
Law
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Kevin Spacey Avoids His Next Trial

The disgraced actor was due to stand trial again reports the BBC later this year at Britain's High Court. The allegations stemmed from his last criminal trial in the country, which saw Spacey found not guilty of nine charges brought against him by four different men in 2023.
UK news
NYC LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Beverly Hills model accuses Swalwell of rape after drugging her drink in 2018

Lonna Drewes accused congressmember Eric Swalwell of rape, detailing severe mental health impacts and lack of consent during the alleged incident.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Trump Sends DOJ After NFL To Avenge His Own Public Humiliation In The 80s - Above the Law

The DOJ's investigation into the NFL raises concerns about antitrust enforcement and media rights impacting consumer access to games.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

A Vegas showgirl just sued Taylor Swift-and Swifties are not having it

"Over the course of a decade, CONFESSIONS OF A SHOWGIRL grew into a brand encompassing performances, writing, and digital media-built by one person, city by city, and show by show."
NYC music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Kevin Spacey Will Soft-shoe Another Day

Kevin Spacey's accusers, two out of three of whom met the actor in the London theater world between 2000 and 2013, reached an undisclosed settlement, and any further court proceedings are frozen.
Europe news
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments include disbarments, antitrust rulings, and labor agreements impacting various sectors.
Music production
fromDefector
1 month ago

Let's Catch Up On The Hilarious Afroman Defamation Trial | Defector

Afroman sued by Adams County police for defamation after releasing songs mocking their failed 2022 raid on his home, which found no evidence and resulted in property damage and alleged theft.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Look Who's Back! Former Lawyer Of The Year Out Of Prison And Back In Hollywood. - Above the Law

Michael Avenatti, once a prominent lawyer, is now in a halfway house after serving time for multiple crimes including extortion and embezzlement.
Media industry
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

The O.J. Simpson trial ushered in the era of infotainment - Poynter

The O.J. Simpson case transformed media coverage, merging crime and celebrity, and significantly influenced public perception of justice and race relations.
Podcast
fromVulture
1 month ago

Kim Kardashian Denies Ray J's Claims She Lied Under Oath About Their Sex Tape

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner deny Ray J's allegations that they orchestrated the release of a 2007 sex tape and lied under oath in their ongoing defamation lawsuit.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Justin Baldoni's lawyer says defendants are very good people' as Blake Lively lawsuit narrows

Most of Blake Lively's claims against Justin Baldoni were dismissed by a federal judge, affirming the defendants' innocence regarding sexual harassment allegations.
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

It Ends With Disappointment in the Legal System

The trial isn't going forward, not because the defendants did nothing wrong but because the court determined Blake Lively was an independent contractor, not an employee.
Law
Law
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Judge Dismisses Blake Lively's Sexual Harassment Claims in Upcoming Trial

Judge Liman dismissed most of Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni, allowing only a few retaliation claims to proceed to trial.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
1 month ago

Bill Cosby's Los Angeles Civil Trial, Explained

Bill Cosby, 88, faces trial in Santa Monica civil court for allegedly raping a woman in 1964, with the accuser claiming he drugged her to facilitate the assault.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Afroman And Elon Had Very Different Trial Experiences - Above the Law

Afroman's music response to a police raid led to a jury rejecting officers' $3.9 million lawsuit against him.
Television
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

12 Explosive Celebrity Family Dramas That Played Out In Front Of The World

High-profile families publicly reveal painful conflicts including substance relapse, emotional absence, estrangement, and public airing of grievances.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Almost Half of Jury Pool in Musk Trial Tossed After So Many' Said They Hate' Him

Prospective jurors' strong negative opinions about Elon Musk forced dismissal of nearly half the pool, complicating a securities class-action over his Twitter purchase.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Hollywood heir' levied horrific abuse claims against four industry titans. How did he end up in prison?

Rovier Carrington admitted to altering evidence in his 2018 lawsuit alleging rape and blacklisting by Hollywood producers, ultimately undermining his claims against major industry figures.
Film
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

Amber Heard Makes Rare Comments About Brutal Legal Battle With Ex Johnny Depp

Amber Heard appears in Silenced, saying she has lost her ability to speak and highlighting how defamation laws can silence abuse survivors.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Zac Efron party photo becomes flashpoint at Alexander bros' trial as first rape accuser clashes with the defense

An accuser testified that she was drugged and raped after an NBA Finals party at Zac Efron's penthouse; the Alexander brothers deny the charges.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Lindsey Halligan Flames Out in Spectacular Fashion

Lindsey Halligan resigned as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia after courts found her appointment invalid and judges ordered the position vacated.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni appear in court together for first time amid legal battle

Blake Lively sued Justin Baldoni for alleged sexual harassment, reputational harm, and nearly $500 million; Baldoni counter-sued for $400 million alleging extortion and defamation.
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