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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

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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.

Tesla and driver sued over fatal Texas crash

The family of a woman killed in a Texas crash has sued Tesla and the driver of a Model 3. The suit alleges negligence and a design defect. Tesla maintains the driver overrode the vehicle's automated systems.

Lizzo refuses to settle backup dancers' lawsuit

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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.

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Kylie Jenner sued by ex-housekeeper over harassment claims

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Cardi B seeks sanctions against Tasha K for NDA violations

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Karl Jobst sues Billy Mitchell for defamation in Florida court

Merch Traffic sues to stop Springsteen tour knockoffs

Merch Traffic, the official merchandise supplier for Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, has filed a lawsuit seeking a nationwide injunction against counterfeit sellers. The action targets bootleggers outside tour venues, starting with Springsteen's upcoming show in New Jersey. The company aims to seize infringing products through the end of the tour in May.

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

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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.

Georgia judge awards $56.5 million to family of student killed in wrong-way crash

A judge in Georgia has awarded more than $56 million to the family of Beth Buchanan, a 23-year-old Ph.D. student killed by an alleged drunk driver in 2023. Buchanan died while driving her mother to the Atlanta airport when Cesar Raudales Macias allegedly drove the wrong way on a highway and crashed head-on into her car. The family described the judgment as symbolic, not expecting payment from the fugitive defendant.

ESPN seeks to intervene in WWE class action lawsuit

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ESPN has filed a motion to intervene in a class action lawsuit against WWE over access to Premium Live Events. The network aims to compel arbitration, even though it was not originally named as a defendant. The move was first noted by wrestling journalist Brandon Thurston.

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