Tag: lawsuit
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Update: Federal Judge Dismisses Class Action Lawsuit Against Adidas Over Failed Kanye West Partnership
In a significant legal update, a federal judge has dismissed a class action lawsuit against Adidas relating to its failed partnership with renowned artist Kanye West. This decision marks a crucial juncture in the high-profile case that has garnered widespread attention since its inception. The class action lawsuit was initiated by a group of disgruntled…
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Exclusive: SiriusXM Retaliates Against SoundExchange’s $150 Million Royalties Lawsuit, Seeks Dismissal and Counterclaim Damages
By Tommy Mac 08-13-24 In an escalating legal battle over music royalties, SiriusXM has fired back against a lawsuit filed by SoundExchange seeking $150 million. Following the lawsuit, SiriusXM is not only seeking dismissal but also pursuing counterclaim damages. This article delves into the key aspects of this high-stakes confrontation, with insights from industry experts…
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French Montana Settles Lawsuit Over Unpaid Sample Clearance for “Blue Chills”
French Montana has resolved a legal dispute regarding his 2022 track “Blue Chills,” which included an unapproved sample of Skylar Gudasz’s song “Femme Fatale.” The settlement was reached on July 31, according to court documents obtained by AllHipHop. The suit was voluntarily dismissed by Gudasz, marking the end of the legal proceedings initiated in 2023.…
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Suno and Udio Respond to RIAA Copyright Lawsuits by Reinforcing Fair Use and Soundalike Output Claims
The ongoing legal tussle between emerging music platforms Suno and Udio and the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has taken a significant turn. Both companies face multiple copyright lawsuits from the RIAA, which claims that Suno and Udio’s use of copyrighted material constitutes violation of intellectual property laws. However, the platforms are firmly standing…
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Hamline Reaches Settlement with Professor Dismissed Over Prophet Muhammad Artworks
In a dramatic turn of events, Hamline University has reached a settlement with a professor who was dismissed earlier this year for displaying artworks of the Prophet Muhammad in an art history class. The incident sparked a heated debate on academic freedom, religious sensitivity, and the balance between these two critical values. This settlement marks…
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Key Points from the Elon Musk vs. OpenAI Lawsuit
These bullet points provide a comprehensive yet simplified understanding of the key issues in the Elon Musk vs. OpenAI lawsuit, focusing on the deviation from the original mission, commercialization, and ethical concerns surrounding AGI development