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Lady Gaga, Producer Withdraw Dueling NY Lawsuits
September 10, 2010 - Legal and Management
They may have had a bad romance, but now there's an amicable professional split between Lady Gaga and a music producer who said he helped launch her career. » Full Story
Daily Variety Sues Vandals Over Logo
September 10, 2010 - Legal and Management
The Hollywood trade newspaper is embroiled in heated litigation with California punk rock band the Vandals - whose bass player happens to be an attorney. » Full Story
Spears' Ex Disputes Abuse Claims
September 09, 2010 - Legal and Management
An attorney for Britney Spears' ex-husband called child abuse claims leveled at the singer by a former bodyguard baseless and motivated by money. » Full Story
John Lennon's Killer Is Again Denied Parole
September 08, 2010 - Legal and Management
A parole board decided not to release Mark David Chapman after interviewing him by teleconference at Attica Correctional Facility in upstate New York. » Full Story
Terra Firma, Citigroup Clash Ahead Of Court Case
September 08, 2010 - Global | Record Labels | Legal and Management
The dispute centers on the potential for a rival bid for EMI in 2007. » Full Story
John Lennon's Killer Up For Parole Again
September 07, 2010 - Legal and Management
Mark Chapman is scheduled to be interviewed at the Attica Correctional Facility in New York this week. » Full Story
Appeals Court Rules For Eminem In Royalty Lawsuit
September 04, 2010 - Legal and Management
A federal appeals court has found Eminem's former production company is entitled to more money from downloads of the rapper's songs and ringtones. » Full Story
Funk Band War Tells PepsiCo They're Not Friends
September 03, 2010 - Legal and Management
They're suing the soft drink maker for more than $10 million, saying it did not negotiate with them to use their song "Why Can't We Be Friends" in a new commercial. » Full Story
Appeals Court Sets Hearing In Jackson Estate Case
September 03, 2010 - Legal and Management
Lawyers for Joe Jackson will argue that he deserves a role in decisions involving his son's multi-million dollar estate. » Full Story
T.I., Wife Arrested On Drug Charges
September 02, 2010 - Legal and Management | RB Hip-Hop
They were detained after police smelled alleged marijuana coming from their car. » Full Story
Analysis: Government Needs To Spur Innovation As Well As Protect
September 02, 2010 - Legal and Management
While even the most innovative business model should not have to compete with free and illegal services, the way forward is through compelling, must-have products and services. » Full Story
NY Ex-employee, 51, Accuses 'Diddy' Of Age Bias
September 02, 2010 - Legal and Management | RB Hip-Hop
A publicist for the rapper-producer denies the claim. » Full Story
LA Sued For Stopping Tiesto Show
August 31, 2010 - Touring | Legal and Management
The concert scheduled for October was canceled following the death of a 15-year-old girl at the Electric Daisy Carnival. » Full Story
Suge Knight, Kanye Can't Mediate Shooting Lawsuit
August 27, 2010 - Legal and Management | RB Hip-Hop
A mediation session meant to resolve a lawsuit filed by rap mogul Marion "Suge" Knight against hip-hop star Kanye West was not successful. » Full Story
Judge: Chris Brown Doing 'Great Job' On Probation
August 27, 2010 - RB Hip-Hop | Legal and Management
She said there have been positive reports from a domestic violence counseling program attended by Brown. » Full Story
GEMA Fails In YouTube Legal Challenge
August 27, 2010 - Global | Legal and Management | Digital and Mobile
The German collection society wanted to get repertoire it represents removed from YouTube immediately after it failed to agree terms for a new licensing deal. » Full Story
Girl Band Star Escapes Jail Over HIV Infection
August 26, 2010 - Global | Legal and Management
Nadja Benaissa from German girl-band No Angels was convicted of grievous bodily harm. » Full Story
Tech Industry Ramps Up FM Chip Opposition
August 25, 2010 - Legal and Management | Digital and Mobile
Putting FM receivers in mobile devices has suddenly become a hot potato on Capitol Hill. » Full Story
Happy Mondays' Bez Jailed For Assault
August 25, 2010 - Global | Legal and Management | Rock and Pop
Happy Mondays dancer and founder member Bez, real name Mark Berry, has received a four week jail sentence for assaulting his former girlfriend. » Full Story
Fernanda Romero On Trial Accused Of Marriage Sham
August 24, 2010 - Global | Legal and Management | Latin
The actress and former member of Mexican pop group Fryzzby and her musician husband face charges of marriage fraud and making false statements. » Full Story
French Anti-Piracy Body Launches Information Campaign
August 24, 2010 - Global | Legal and Management | Digital and Mobile
French families have been targeted with leaflets advising them on the three-strikes system. » Full Story
Warner/Chappell Extends Roger Waters Deal
August 24, 2010 - Global | Publishing
The administration agreement covers his songwriting for Pink Floyd. » Full Story
George Michael Pleads Guilty To Drug Offenses
August 24, 2010 - Global | Legal and Management
He admitted driving under the influence of drugs and possession of cannabis. » Full Story
Faith Evans Arrested On Drunken Driving Charge
August 23, 2010 - RB Hip-Hop | Legal and Management
She was held for a few hours in L.A. and released on bail Sunday morning. » Full Story
Judge Dismisses Promoter's Lawsuit Against Jackson
August 20, 2010 - Touring | Legal and Management
AllGood Entertainment sued Jackson for $40 million over a family reunion show two weeks before he died. » Full Story
 
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