دعوى قضائية

Federal judge approving $7.85M Sony PlayStation antitrust settlement in courtroom, with PS5 console, controllers, and store credits on bench.

US court preliminarily approves $7.85 million Sony PlayStation digital games antitrust settlement

2 مايو، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي صورة مولدة بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي

A federal judge in the Northern District of California has granted preliminary approval to a $7.85 million class-action settlement against Sony Interactive Entertainment over alleged anticompetitive practices on the PlayStation Store. Eligible US PlayStation Network users who bought certain digital games or vouchers from April 1, 2019, to December 31, 2023, could receive automatic store credits or refunds, even if accounts are inactive (contact lawyers if former user). A final fairness hearing is set for October 15, 2026.

Lizzo refuses to settle backup dancers' lawsuit

Lizzo has stated she will not settle a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by three former backup dancers, despite the option to do so. In a recent CBS Mornings interview, the singer affirmed her readiness to testify at trial if necessary. The case, ongoing for nearly three years, stems from allegations during her 2023 world tour.

Maverick City Music secures injunction against co-founder Tony Brown

1 مايو، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

A New York judge has granted Maverick City Music a preliminary injunction blocking estranged co-founder Tony Brown from releasing new music during an ongoing lawsuit. The order halts Brown's competing project, God Aura, amid a dispute over his 2023 buyout. Brown must remove his December 2025 album from streaming services.

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ألعاب

Karl Jobst sues Billy Mitchell for defamation in Florida court

ترفيه

Merch Traffic sues to stop Springsteen tour knockoffs

Maren Wade seeks injunction to halt Taylor Swift 'Life of a Showgirl' merchandise sales

In her ongoing trademark lawsuit against Taylor Swift, Las Vegas performer Maren Wade has filed for a preliminary injunction to stop sales of merchandise tied to Swift's album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' citing consumer confusion with her 'Confessions of a Showgirl' brand. A hearing is set for May 27 in Los Angeles federal court.

Trump administration withdraws appeal in IMLS lawsuit

7 أبريل، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

The Trump administration has dropped its appeal in Rhode Island v. Trump, upholding a federal judge's order to halt the dismantling of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Judge John J. McConnell issued a permanent injunction in November, requiring the restoration of grant funding after the agency lost more than half its staff. The decision preserves operations for the federal agency supporting public libraries and museums.

شبكة ESPN تسعى للتدخل في دعوى قضائية جماعية ضد WWE

قدمت شبكة ESPN طلباً للتدخل في دعوى قضائية جماعية ضد اتحاد WWE تتعلق بالوصول إلى أحداث البث المباشر المميزة (Premium Live Events). وتهدف الشبكة إلى إجبار الأطراف على اللجوء للتحكيم، على الرغم من أنها لم تُدرج كمدعى عليها في الأصل. وقد رصد الصحفي المتخصص في المصارعة براندون ثورستون هذه الخطوة لأول مرة.

Cutty Ranks sues Payday Publishing over 'Dame Tu Cosita' royalties

25 مارس، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Jamaican dancehall singer Cutty Ranks has filed a lawsuit against Payday Publishing, alleging the company underpaid him at least $3 million in royalties from El Chombo's 2018 hit 'Dame Tu Cosita.' Ranks claims Payday failed to deliver on licensing agreements promising him at least 75% of the song's composition royalties. The suit seeks damages and legal fees.

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