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Legal Beat: Sony Music Wins Copyright Infringment Case Against Rapper Trefuego
On March 27, 2024, a federal court in Texas ruled in favor of Sony Music in a copyright infringement case against 20-year-old rapper Trefuego. The case concerned Trefuego’s Tik Tok ... -
Legal Beat: Earth Wind & Fire Win Trademark Case
On March 4, 2024, a Miami federal judge ruled in favor of legendary R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire (“EWF”) in a trademark infringement case against a tribute band. The ... -
The Legal Beat: BMI BEING SOLD TO SHAREHOLDER GROUP
BMI is being sold to a shareholder group led by a private equity company, New Mountain Capital. A private equity firm is one that manages private equity funds which are ... -
The Legal Beat: Coldplay Counter-Sues Its Manager
In September of 2023 Coldplay’s former manager, David Holmes, sued the rock group in London’s High Court for breach of contract. Holmes claims the band owes him over $12 million ... -
Legal Beat: Dancers Sue Lizzo For Harrassment
Three former dancers (Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams and Noelle Rodriguez) for singer-rapper Lizzo have sued her for harassment. In particular, the dancers accuse Lizzo of sexual harassment, creating a hostile ... -
Legal Beat: Mötley Crüe Guitarist Sues Band
Mötley Crüe guitarist Mick Mars has sued the band, claiming he was thrown out for failing to tour because of health problems. He also claims he has been denied future ... -
Legal Beat: K-Pop Group EXO File Claim Against Label
On June 5, 2023 three members of South Korean K-Pop group EXO announced that they have filed a claim against their label and management company, SM Entertainment Group (“SM”) claiming ... -
Legal Beat: Katy Perry Loses Trademark Infringement Case
Can’t someone use their own name to sell merchandise? The answer is: not always. Pop star Katy Perry has lost a trademark infringement case to an Australian fashion designer with ... -
The Legal Beat: Megan Thee Stallion Defeats Summary Judgment Motion
There has been a new ruling in favor of Megan Thee Stallion (real name Megan Pete) in her lawsuit against her record label, 1501 Certified Entertainment (“1501”). In early 2022 ... -
The Legal Beat: Songwriters Concerned About Their Income
Songwriters have long been concerned about the amount of income they receive for songwriting. The music industry has evolved over the last 10 years or so as revenue streams have ...
