On October 8, attorneys for three LGBTQ+ plaintiffs — Aimee Stephens, Donald Zarda, and Gerald Bostock — argued before the Supreme Court that their clients should not have been fired from their jobs for being gay or transgender. Here’s what you missed.
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Marlon Wayans Condemns CA Court Decision to Reopen Cleveland Case
Marlon Wayans is going back under a legal microscope for comparing a man to the “Family Guy” character Cleveland Brown a few years back … and he ain’t happy about it. We ran into the comedian and actor Monday at LAX, where we got his thoughts on…
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Original or Copied? ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Is Back in Court
Who wrote the 1971 song’s opening passage, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant or Randy Wolfe? The music industry is hoping to get an answer on what makes a song original.
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Britney Spears Expected In Court For Conservatorship Battle
Britney Spears is expected to show up in court Wednesday for a conservatorship battle that multiple sources have described as “a fireworks show.” Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … Britney’s mom, Lynne, will ask the judge to terminate Jamie…
Britney Spears’ New Temporary Conservator Confirmed in Court
Britney Spears now has a new temporary conservator … and, as expected, it’s Jodi Montgomery. The appointment was made official Monday in an L.A. courtroom where a judge appointed Jodi after Britney’s father, Jamie Spears, formally requested to…
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Plea deal ends court fight for rapper Meek Mill
Lawrence Krasner, the attorney general for the city of Philadelphia, confirmed Tuesday that Robert Rihmeek Williams, the rapper best known as Meek Mill, pled guilty to a gun charge and will face no further penalities. Rough cut (no reporter narration).
Pied Piper Of R&Pee R. Kelly Will Have Hotel Visits Used Against Him In Court
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As part of his ongoing federal case in New York, troubled R&B singer R. Kelly will have hotel visits used against him as evidence in the sexual abuse and sex trafficking matter. Of note, a 2015 visit to a Florida Walt Disney resort will also be entered as evidence in the trial by prosecutors.
Page Six reports:
Prosecutors in the Eastern District of New York have filed nearly a decade-worth of documents in their sex case against the “I Believe I Can Fly” singer, including flight records, birth certificates and hotel recipients — one of which is for a 2015 stay at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel.
Court records submitted Thursday show that Kelly and “various individuals” stayed at the family-friendly Lake Buena Vista resort for four days, in addition to jaunts to Connecticut’s Foxwoods Resort Casino and the Planet Hollywood hotel in Los Vegas.
It’s not clear from documents if any of those “individuals” were the girls or young women he’s accused of abusing and trafficking across state lines for sex.
Prosecutors have compiled around 10 years worth of documents that reportedly show exchanges between Kelly and at least one underage girl along with potential evidence that he maintained a harem that he flew around the country for sexual favors.
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How The Jersey Shore Cast Reacted When They Heard Mike’s Court Verdict
MTV cameras were there when ‘Jersey Shore: Family Vacation’ cast heard Mike’s court verdict — get the details.
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Rapper Cardi B appears in court, her lawyers confident of ‘positive outcome’
The musician is felony assault charges relating to an alleged fight at a New York City strip club. Rough cut (no reporter narration)
Prosecutor Calls Robert Kraft Attorney an ‘Asshole’ During Court Hearing
[[tmz:video id=”0_6k9xjvli”]] The Robert Kraft case is now at the profanity-laced, name-calling stage … at least according to a prosecutor who’s clearly pissed off at one of Kraft’s attorneys. There’s a pretty heated hearing going down Friday in South…
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Jermaine Jackson’s Ex Runs to Court, He’s Not Paying Spousal Support
Jermaine Jackson is hanging his estranged wife out to dry, financially speaking … refusing to pay her a cent of spousal support … according to new docs she’s filed in court. Halima Rashid, who filed to divorce Jermaine back in 2016, says he’s…
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The Teen Mom 2 Custody Saga Continues: Nathan And Jenelle Are Back In Court
Nathan pursues full custody of son Kaiser after his mother Doris is granted rights as the “intervenor” on a new episode of ‘Teen Mom 2.’
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Peter Tork, Court Jester of the Monkees, Is Dead at 77
Mr. Tork was an accomplished musician, but he became famous for his comedic role as the goofy member of a made-for-television band.
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50 Cent Granted Court Order To Obtain Teairra Mari’s Financial Records
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If anyone thought for a minute that 50 Cent can’t top his petty, think again. The business mogul and rapper was granted a court order to obtain the financial records of Teairra Mari to move along developments in the $ 30,000 she owes him in legal fees.
The Blast reports:
According to court documents obtained by The Blast, 50 Cent was granted an order for Mari to show up to court and bring her financial records, so he can determine which assets he can seize to collect on the money she owes him.
The rapper wants a financial examination of her income, bank accounts, and property.
The judge signed off on the request and Mari has been ordered to show up on April 22. The court order notes if Mari doesn’t show up to the hearing, she could be punished for contempt and/or arrested.
Mari launched an unsuccessful revenge porn lawsuit against 50 Cent, resulting in the owed legal fees. The pair recently exchanged jabs via social media over the matter but it appears Fif has the upper hand.
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Weinstein back in court to replace legal team
Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein returned to a New York City courtroom on Friday to have a judge sign off on changes to his legal team. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
Kevin Spacey Buys Paparazzi Pizza Ahead of Court Arraignment
[[tmz:video id=”1_0r65uc8c”]] Kevin Spacey tried making peace with paparazzi who’ve been hounding him ahead of his criminal arraignment next week by breaking bread with them … or crust, more like. The disgraced actor was seen delivering a Domino’s…
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Tekashi 6ix9ine’s a Wanted Man in Houston Failing to Appear in Court
Tekashi69 just can’t catch a break … a judge just issued a bench warrant for his arrest because he failed to show up to a hearing even though 6ix9ine’s currently locked up. We’re told Tekashi had a hearing Thursday morning in Houston for his mall…
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Brett Kavanaugh Looking Thrilled Beside Fellow Supreme Court Justices, Including RBG
Brett Kavanaugh is wearing his emotions on his sleeve again … this time the newest member of the United States Supreme Court is looking pretty thrilled to be sitting with other Justices, including Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Kavanaugh popped a squat…
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Court begins hearing as Geoffrey Rush sues publisher over misconduct allegation
Australian actor Geoffrey Rush said on Monday he was distraught when he read newspaper articles accusing him of inappropriate conduct, as a court began a hearing into his lawsuit against the publisher. Rough cut (no reporter narration).
Katt Williams’ Team Chose Emmys Over Court Date, Resulting in Arrest Warrant
Katt Williams’ handlers wanted him to get some shine at the Emmys so badly, they kept him in the dark about a scheduled court date — a decision that blew up in Katt’s face with his weekend arrest. Sources close to the comedian tell TMZ … Williams’…
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Brett Kavanaugh Has Been Confirmed To The Supreme Court
Brett Kavanaugh has been confirmed to the Supreme Court of the United States after weeks of debate within the Senate and weeks of public protests outside of it.
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Walton sets tone as LeBron, Lakers hit the court
LeBron James had “a great first practice” under coach Luke Walton and the Lakers, using the session to focus entirely on the defensive side of the ball.
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Drake Pimps Out Basement with Basketball Court in New Toronto Mansion
Drake loves to sit courtside at basketball games and now he’s bringing that action to his brand new Toronto mansion with a near-NBA-sized basketball court … in the basement! Drake’s under-construction pad will be lavish even by his standards because…
Angelina Jolie says Brad Pitt not paying ‘meaningful’ child support in new court docs
Angelina Jolie is claiming in court documents obtained by CNN that Brad Pitt is not pulling his weight when it comes to child support for their six children.
Episode 127: Oprah, Optimism, North Korea and Supreme Court Picks, Debating Dale
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Michael Cohen Requests Court Order Forcing Stormy Daniels’ Attorney to Shut Up
President Trump’s attorney Michael Cohen’s seen about 120 too many TV appearances by Stormy Daniels’ lawyer, Michael Avenatti… so he’s begging a judge to make him stop talking. Cohen filed for a restraining order Thursday because he says Avenatti is…
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Ex-’24’ Star Eric Balfour’s Neighbor War Lands in Court
Eric Balfour’s neighbors claim the actor’s latest role is peeping tom, but Eric thinks the buzz next door — from a beehive — is killing him … this according to court docs filed in their block war. Eric, who starred in “24” and “Six Feet Under,” is in…
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NFL Wife Begs Court to Punish Husband Roy Miller In Domestic Violence Case
The wife of former NFL lineman Roy Miller says she thought she was “going to die” in front of her children when her husband attacked her in 2017 … and she’s begging the court to throw the book at him. As we previously reported, Miller — who’s…
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Rob Kardashian to Take Blac Chyna to Court Over Custody of Dream
Rob Kardashian is livid at Blac Chyna for putting 1-year-old Dream in harm’s way over the weekend at Six Flags … so he’s taking her back to family court, and this one’s gonna hurt. Sources connected to Rob say he has been watching Blac Chyna’s antics…
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Westbrook shoves fan on court after OKC loss
Russell Westbrook said it was “totally unacceptable” for a fan to walk onto the court Thursday night, moments after the Nuggets’ buzzer-beating victory over the Thunder in Denver.
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Yung Berg’s A Wanted Man Again for Missing Court Date
Yung Berg apparently loves to learn the hard way — not showing up to court is asking for trouble. The ‘Love & Hip Hop’ star is a wanted man in Miami after missing ANOTHER court date following a weed bust. TMZ broke the story … cops were…
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A Boogie Shows Up to Court for Rapper Don Q’s Gun, Weed Arraignment
Rapper Don Q is one lucky son of a gun — one day after getting busted for weapons and drugs, he strolled outta jail, much to the delight of his famous friend. Q was arrested Thursday for felony possession of a .22 caliber Beretta and unlawful…
Court denies motion; Elliott suspension back on
Court denies motion; Elliott suspension back on
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Here’s what is next for Ezekiel Elliott, on the field and in court
Here’s what is next for Ezekiel Elliott, on the field and in court
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Contestant Defies DUI Court Order
An upcoming “RuPaul’s Drag Race” contestant is thumbing his nose at the judge in his DUI case by going to werrrrk in Los Angeles … TMZ has learned. Sources tell us Andrew Bryson — whose drag name is Blair St. Clair — is currently taping in L.A. as a…
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Puddle of Mudd’s Wes Scantlin Gets Two Court Sentences in One Week
Puddle of Mudd’s lead singer, Wes Scantlin, seems to be trapped in a loop of court cases — ending one with a plea deal, and another with jail time … both in the same week. Scantlin copped a plea in his 2016 vandalism case — when he allegedly trashed…
Taylor Swift Cries During Court Case Closing Arguments
Taylor Swift cried during part of closing arguments in her civil trial alleging that a former radio DJ groped her before a 2013 concert.
Sean Kingston Asks Court for Mercy, New Trial in Jewelry Case
Sean Kingston’s begging for mercy — asking a judge to drop a warrant for his arrest and let him try again in a jewelry case … instead of sending him to jail. Here’s the story — Sean was ordered to pay a Florida jeweler $ 44,000 in December but hasn’t…
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Taylor Swift Court Case: Latest
Taylor Swift’s mother cried during opening statements at a civil trial involving her daughter’s claim that she was groped by a former radio disc jockey in Denver.
Dr. Luke’s Legal Team Wants To See Lady Gaga In Court
Dr. Luke’s legal team has subpoenaed Lady Gaga’s exchanged text messages with Kesha and are seeking her deposition in court.
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Durant to visit India for court donations, clinics
Durant to visit India for court donations, clinics
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Lil Wayne — Hit Again With Court Judgment … Stop the Bleeding!!!
Lil Wanye is getting pummeled by court judgments … the latest by a pyrotechnics company that wants a pound of the rapper’s flesh. It seems Wayne got a bunch of fireworks from Pyrotek Special Effects for his 2013 tour, including 200 tracer comets, 92…
Hope Solo — Domestic Violence Case Back On … Court Overturns Dismissal
She thought she was off the hook … but Hope Solo’s domestic violence case (which was previously dismissed) is now BACK ON … which means she WILL face charges in municipal court. As we previously reported, Solo was accused of beating up her…
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Jon Jones — Dana White Attends Court Hearing … Supporting Ex-Champ (PHOTO)
Ex-UFC champ Jon Jones has some serious support inside a New Mexico courtroom this morning — UFC honcho Dana White … who’s waiting for Jones to be arraigned stemming from an alleged hit-and-run crash in April. As we previously reported, Jones…
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Gilbert Arenas — I Busted My Ex Blabbing About Me … See Ya in Court, Laura Govan!
Gilbert Arenas caught Laura Govan red-handed leaking their email exchange to a blogger — and now he’s calling her out in front of a judge … according to court docs.
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Cop From Village People to E! — You Can Hang Out with All the Boys … In Court
Young man … Village People are pissed. I said, young man … Victor feels really dissed I said young man, E! has taken our song And they did us so ve-ry wrong Boom boom boom boom boom It’s fun to send them a cease and desist It’s fun to send…
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Adidas: Harden can't wear Nikes, even off court
Adidas: Harden can't wear Nikes, even off court
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New court date set in Richards substance case
New court date set in Richards substance case
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Report: Kane court hearing to be rescheduled
Report: Kane court hearing to be rescheduled
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Following Suit: Tom Brady Shows How to Dress for Court
If you happen to be facing a Federal Judge, here are some lawyers’ tips for looking clean, confident, and respectful.
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Can Jenelle And Barbara Resolve Their ‘Teen Mom 2′ Custody Issues Outside Of Court?
Can Jenelle and Barbara settle their “Teen Mom 2” custody issues outside of court?
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U.S. Open Tennis Star Ana Ivanovic’s Beauty Secrets (On and Off the Court)
Serbian tennis star Ana Ivanovic is serious about sun protection—and with good reason. Because her job takes her outdoors for long stretches, keeping her skin safe is incredibly important to her. So it makes sense…
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Roman Polanski: Polish Court Sets Extradition Hearing Date
U.S. legal documents requested by the court last May finally arrived after the extension of a deadline for receipt of the paperwork.
Roman Polanski: Polish Court Sets Extradition Hearing Date
U.S. legal documents requested by the court last May finally arrived after the extension of a deadline for receipt of the paperwork.
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Woman Suing 2 Chainz For $5 Million To Represent Herself In Court
Christine Chisholm, the woman who is suing 2 Chainz for $ 5 million, will represent herself in court. Chisholm claims that she lost her job as a manager at a barbershop after a video of her in which Chainz calls her a “thot” went viral. “I feel like if I’m just honest with everything that really happened then there’s no reason why I wouldn’t win,” Chisholm said.
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Pakistani Court Bans Bollywood Title ‘Phantom’
The upcoming release is set in the aftermath of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks which India alleged were planned by Pakistan.
O'Reilly's court case continued to Sept. 10
O'Reilly's court case continued to Sept. 10
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Judge orders Brady, Goodell back to court
Judge orders Brady, Goodell back to court
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Roman Polanski Extradition Case: Polish Court Extends Deadline for U.S. Documents
The Oscar-winning director’s lawyers say the legal papers are key to his defense as a U.S. paper urges the Attorney General to “get on the case.”
Terrence Howard — What Lucious Would Do in My Court Case (VIDEO)
Terrence Howard can’t talk about Friday’s testimony — that his make-out scene with Jennifer Hudson triggered an insane reaction from then-wife Michelle Ghent — but he was quick to tell us how Lucious Lyon would handle the…
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Courtney Love, Frances Bean Cobain Urge Court Not To Release Kurt’s Death Photos
Kurt Cobain‘s family, Courtney Love and Frances Bean Cobain, are urging a Seattle judge to not authorize the release of his death photos. Seattle Superior Court judge Theresa Doyle will hear arguments from both Love and daughter Frances Bean, as well as from Richard Lee, who runs a local public access television show.
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Judge wants Goodell, Brady in court Aug. 12, 19
Judge wants Goodell, Brady in court Aug. 12, 19
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Minn. court ships Brady, NFLPA lawsuit to NYC
Minn. court ships Brady, NFLPA lawsuit to NYC
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Chad Johnson — MIA from Court … Wanted by Cops (UPDATE)
8:50 AM PT — Chad’s on it. He says he’s dispatched his lawyer to pay the $ 2k bond, so he doesn’t get locked up. Chad Johnson pissed off a judge in South Florida, and now there’s a warrant out for his arrest … TMZ Sports has learned. The warrant…
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NFL in Court to Stop U.S. Super Bowl Ads on Canadian TV
The pro league urges an appeals court to strike down a ban from 2017 on local commercials replacing American spots during the championship game telecast.
Luke Wilson — Bitch Betta Have My Money! Beats Ex-Assistant in Court
Luke Wilson’s ex-assistant tried to act like he forgot, but the actor just scored a huge sum of money from the guy. Like brrap brrap brrap … A judge awarded Wilson $ 438k from Charles Lodi — the former employee he sued for using his credit cards to…
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José Andrés Will Curate Food Court at Landmark Music Festival
The Game — From Champagne Frenzy to Court in 5 Hours (VIDEO)
The Game was dropping tens of thousands of dollars on champagne at 3 AM Monday, and appearing as a defendant in court 5 hours later … and the judge could never tell. Game pled not guilty to felony criminal…
News in Brief: Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Most Buck-Wild Pride Parade Nation’s Ever Seen
WASHINGTON—Following decades of debate over the constitutional right to same-sex marriage, the U.S. Supreme Court today handed down a 5-4 ruling in favor of the most buck-wild, balls-to-the-wall gay pride parade this country has ever seen. “After reviewing the constitutional underpinnings of this case, the court finds that it is discriminatory for states to deny the right to the most out-of-control, bonkers gay pride parade that anyone could possibly imagine,” Justice Anthony M. Kennedy wrote in his majority opinion, which outlined at length the elaborate floats, billowing rainbow flags, and phalanxes of outlandishly dressed participants, barely scratching the surface of how completely bananas things are about to get. “This decision confirms what should be obvious: The government cannot prevent a nonstop bacchanal surging through the streets of every American city. We’re talking half-naked lesbians covered in body paint, rollerblading homosexuals in brightly colored Native American headdresses and …
Andre Iguodala Talks Tech on and off the Court
NBA Finals MVP small forward Andre Iguodala visited WIRED to talk with Mark McClusky, Head of Operations, about the tech, including a card game app, that helped the Golden State Warriors win the 2015 championship.
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Mel Gibson, Oksana Grigorieva in New Court Battle Over Lucia
11:30 PST: We’ve learned Mel walked out of court victorious. The judge is allowing Mel to take Lucia to Australia for 1 month and keep her in L.A. an additional 2 weeks before he leaves the country. We’re also told there was a dispute over…
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Ex Voice of ‘Charlie Brown’ — Goes Berserk in Court … I Hope You Drop Dead, Judge!!
Get ready to hear Charlie Brown curse like a sailor, and wish death on a judge — the former voice of the cartoon character went absolutely NUTS during a San Diego court hearing. Peter Robbins was going to be sentenced for…
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Joe Budden — Blows Off Court … Wanted by Cops
Rapper Joe Budden is so on top of his social media game … he flat out forgot to show up to face charges that he allegedly attacked his gf — which is why there’s now a warrant for his arrest. No joke … Budden went A.W.O.L. for Thursday’s…
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Pats, NFL looking for resolution before court?
Pats, NFL looking for resolution before court?
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Appeals Court Agrees to Review SiriusXM’s Challenge Over Pre-1972 Music
The 2nd Circuit will take up the issue of whether New York protects the public performance of older songs — and whether that violates the U.S. Constitution.
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Appeals Court Agrees to Review Sirius XM’s Challenge Over Pre-1972 Music
The 2nd Circuit will take up the issue of whether New York protects the public performance of older songs — and whether that violates the U.S. Constitution.
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Robin Williams — Judge Tells Widow & Kids … Squash Property Beef Out of Court
Robin Williams’ children and his widow have 11 days to settle their war over his personal items … before a judge weighs in on the dispute. During a hearing in San Francisco today … the judge urged both parties to meet outside court — possibly with…
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Killer Mike: Rap Lyrics Being Manipulated in Court to Land Convictions
Last December, Killer Mike and author Erik Nielson teamed to pen an op-ed examining how the criminal justice system often employs rap lyrics as a means to convict suspects. The Run the Jewels rapper’s first column focused on the case of Anthony Elonis, and now in their latest op-ed for Vox that examines hip-hop’s “poetic (in)justice,”…
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In Kony Hunt, US Uses Pop Music to Court Defectors
Three and a half years after President Barack Obama sent 100 special operations troops to Africa to help root out Lord’s Resistance Army leader Joseph Kony – so far unsuccessfully – the broader U.S.-supported international anti-LRA team has resorted to using a truly unstoppable force against the alleged war criminal: pop music. Chameleone composed the song in 2013 at the behest of U.S. embassy officers who were looking for innovative ways to reach would-be defectors, according to Marty Regan, a field representative for the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations in Uganda. “I am simply waiting for my brothers in the LRA to come home.
The Saga Is Over: Amanda Knox Acquitted Of Murder By Italy’s Highest Court
Amanda Knox and ex-boyfriend acquitted of murder by Italy’s highest court.
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U.S. Court Halts Labor Department Protection For Same-Sex Couples
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By Jon Herskovitz
AUSTIN, Texas, March 26 (Reuters) – A U.S. district judge in Texas on Thursday issued a stay to halt the U.S. Labor Department from implementing a rule that would expand medical leave protections for same-sex couples, saying the move impinges on the rights of states that ban gay marriage.
The state of Texas, which has a state constitutional amendment banning gay marriage, last week sued the Labor Department over the rule that would grant family medical leave protections to all married same-sex couples.
“The public maintains an abiding interest in preserving the rule of law and enforcing the states’ duly enacted laws from federal encroachment,” wrote Reed O’Connor, a district judge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas.
Texas was the first challenge to the department’s rule, which is set to take effect on Friday. Arkansas, Louisiana and Nebraska also joined the suit.
The rule requires companies to follow the marriage laws of the states in which their employees were wed, rather than where they reside, for the purpose of applying the federal Family and Medical Leave Act. That law requires employers to grant workers unpaid leave after giving birth or to care for sick family members.
“We are pleased that the Department of Labor’s effort to override our laws via federal rule-making has been halted, and we will continue to defend our sovereignty in this case,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a statement.
The rule has been hailed by gay rights groups and attorneys who represent workers and has divided employers. Some companies say it will impose a hefty burden on them to know the relevant laws and employees’ personal information. Others say the opposite, that a uniform policy will ease the financial stress of complying with a patchwork of laws.
The U.S. Supreme Court next month is scheduled to consider for the first time whether there is a constitutional right to marry. A ruling in favor of same-sex couples would likely moot the family leave issue.
(Reporting by Jon Herskovitz; Additional reporting by Daniel Wiessner in New York; Editing by Eric Beech)
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Chris Brown Court Hearing — He WON’T Be Thrown in Jail
2:15 PM PT — The judge just signed off, and Chris is officially off probation … and out of the legal system. It’s been 6 years and 1 month since he beat Rihanna on the night before the Grammys. IM OFF PROBATION!!!!!!!! Thank the Lord!!!!!! —…
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Suge Knight — Collapses in Court Nailed with $25 MILLION Bail
Attorney Matt Fletcher threw a Hail Mary, accusing the prosecutor of watching too much “Empire.” Fletcher, said, “It’s like she watches “Empire” and comes in and says, ‘He was an unrepentant and shameless criminal. Prosecute him.'” As you know ……
Suge Knight Collapses in Court After Bail Set at $25 Million
Moments after a Los Angeles judge ruled that Suge Knight be held on $ 25 million bail stemming from murder charges, the Death Row mogul collapsed in the courthouse. The unconscious Knight was rushed to a jail hospital ward, the Los Angeles Times reports.
While Knight has allegedly suffered health problems throughout…
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Sean Kingston — Diamond Guy Cuts Him Down to Size in Court
Sean Kingston just bought some expensive jewelry … against his will. Let’s just say it’s a court-ordered purchase. Sean skated off with $ 226k worth of jewelry from 2008-2013 but never paid a dime … this according to Avi Da Jeweler who filed a…
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Lawyer in India Takes Retailers to Court for ‘Abetting Gay Sex’
An attorney in India has filed a criminal complaint against two retail websites that sell sex toys and novelties — SnapDeal.com and OhMySecret.com.
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Tyga Faces Heavy Fines For Missed Court Date
Tyga ha a new quandary to deal with.
This time the rapper has to contend with a former business partner than alleges the rapper used his clothing line designs without compensating him.
Tyga faces a $ 10,000 dollar fine because he skipped a court ordered mediation to settle the dispute.
Glennon Marrero, Tyga’s former partner, charges that he was never paid for his designs with th Last Kings clothing line.
sued the rapper last year over inappropriate usage over graphic design work. Marrero believes that Tyga used his designs for the clothing line Last Kings without proper compensation.
Tyga has maintained in public records the he gave Marrero a piece of the company, not necessarily monies derived from the work. Tyga also maintains that his former business partner left Last Kings in 2012.
In legal documents, Marrero outlines his case, charging that Tyga must pay up $ 10,900 in penalties.
Lil Wayne — Warns Birdman … My Next Rant’s Gonna Be in Court!
Lil Wayne is ready to take his feud with Birdman to the next level … threatening to drag him and Cash Money into court if they don’t drop his album NOW. Sources very close to the feud tell TMZ … Wayne has issued a simple…
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High Court Rules Nagging Constitutional
What will be the effect on marriage of the recent ruling by the state’s highest court that according to the Times struck “down a statute that made it a felony to communicate with someone ‘in a manner likely to cause annoyance or harm.'”(“Top Court Champions Freedom to Annoy,” NYT, 5/13/14)?
The Times went on to point out that,
“Ronald L. Kuby, one of the lawyers involved in the original case, called the decision a victory for ‘the demented and dissident, the crazies and the critical, the malcontents and the maladjusted–amen.'”
The ruling came in response to the case of Raphael Golb who according to the Times, “waged a yearslong campaign against academic rivals of his father, Norman Golb, a Dead Sea Scrolls scholar.” First of all Raphael is plainly the kind of kid that every academic dreams of having. Dogs will die for you, but children these days rarely fight their parents’ intellectual turf wars. However, more importantly, what the New York State’s Court of Appeals has done in one fell swoop is to turn something that was considered problematic into socially acceptable behavior. In so doing experts in the field of matrimony predict that the decision will ring a death knell for the marriage counseling industry which has thrived on the attempt to curb nagging among both married and unmarried couples. In some circles the decision by the court has been compared to the repeal of the Volstead Act, which originally ushered in prohibition. With the repeal of both The Volstead Act and the statute prohibiting annoying behavior a couple can now come home after a hard day’s work, mix a few martinis and spend the evening fighting.
{This was originally posted to The Screaming Pope, Francis Levy’s blog of rant and reactions to contemporary politics, art and culture}
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