Lawsuits: News
01 May 2024
Johnson & JohnsonJ&J proposes to settle talc cancer lawsuits for $6.5 billion
Johnson & Johnson has proposed a $6.475 billion settlement to resolve numerous lawsuits, alleging that its talc-based products, including baby powder, contain asbestos and have caused ovarian cancer in users.
01 May 2024
GoogleGoogle sued for copyright infringement by artists in US
A group of artists, including photographer Jingna Zhang, and illustrators Sarah Andersen, Jessica Fink, and Hope Larson, have initiated legal proceedings against Google.
01 May 2024
Sexual AssaultPaula Abdul's lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe set for 2025 trial
The sexual assault and battery lawsuit filed by Grammy-winning artist Paula Abdul (61) against Nigel Lythgoe (74) is scheduled for trial on July 28, 2025.
28 Apr 2024
YeYe faces lawsuit over 'discrimination, wrongful termination' against Black employee
Controversial rapper Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) is once again in the legal spotlight, this time due to a lawsuit filed by Benjamin Deshon Provo, a former security guard at Donda Academy, Ye's private school.
23 Apr 2024
United KingdomGrindr facing lawsuit for sharing users' HIV status, sexual preference
Grindr, a popular dating app, is currently facing a lawsuit in London, over accusations of sharing users' private data with advertising firms without their consent.
22 Apr 2024
David BeckhamDavid Beckham sues Mark Wahlberg over $10M fitness deal loss
Soccer legend David Beckham has filed a lawsuit against Hollywood actor Mark Wahlberg over an alleged loss of more than $10M.
20 Apr 2024
OpenAIOpenAI denies Elon Musk's lawsuit allegations, seeks dismissal in court
OpenAI has refuted allegations made by one of its initial investors, Elon Musk.
16 Apr 2024
MetaZuckerberg dodges personal liability in Meta addiction lawsuits in US
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., has successfully avoided personal liability in approximately two dozen lawsuits.
12 Apr 2024
Donald TrumpEx-DWAC boss from before Trump Media merger suing new chief
Patrick Orlando, the ex-CEO of Digital World Acquisition (DWAC), has launched a legal battle against his successor, Eric Swider.
03 Apr 2024
Donald TrumpTrump Media sues co-founders of Truth Social: Here's why
Trump Media & Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social and controlled by former President Donald Trump, has registered a lawsuit against co-founders Andy Litinsky and Wes Moss.
28 Mar 2024
Bombay High CourtT-Series slams Reliance Entertainment's non-payment claims; issues statement
T-Series and Reliance Entertainment are at loggerheads over a non-payment dispute.
27 Mar 2024
NetflixNetflix's bid to dismiss 'Inventing Anna' defamation lawsuit rejected
Netflix's attempt to have a defamation lawsuit related to the Shonda Rhimes miniseries, Inventing Anna, dismissed was unsuccessful on Tuesday.
12 Mar 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMidjourney bans Stability AI from using its service: Here's why
Midjourney, a generative AI company, has imposed an indefinite ban on all employees of its rival firm, Stability AI, from using its service.
11 Mar 2024
K-PopATTRAKT CEO cleared of charges filed by ex-FIFTY FIFTY members
The Gangnam Police Station in Seoul has opted not to pursue the breach of trust case filed by former FIFTY FIFTY members Saena, Sio, and Aran against ATTRAKT CEO Jeon Hong-joon.
08 Mar 2024
K-PopEx-LOONA member Chuu wins second trial against BlockBerry Creative
Chuu, a former member of the South Korean K-pop group LOONA, has won the second trial against her previous agency, BlockBerry Creative.
03 Mar 2024
AppleApple faces class action lawsuit over iCloud pricing, backup restrictions
Apple is currently facing a class action lawsuit accusing the tech giant of creating an illegal monopoly by inflating iCloud prices and limiting iPhone backups to its own service.
27 Feb 2024
Music IndustrySean 'Diddy' Combs faces fresh assault allegations from music producer
Music industry titan Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing a fresh sexual assault lawsuit, filed by producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones in a New York court on Monday (local time).
22 Feb 2024
K-dramaHwang Jung-eum files for divorce after reconciliation in 2021
South Korean actor Hwang Jung-eum is ending her marriage and filing for divorce, as confirmed by her agency, Y1 Entertainment.
16 Feb 2024
K-PopFIFTY FIFTY's agency takes ex-producer to prosecutors; crime charges revealed
K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY's ex-producer, Ahn Sung Il, is facing prosecution for alleged crimes, according to their agency ATTRAKT.
15 Feb 2024
Telugu FilmsDistributor files case against 'Ooru Peru Bhairavakona' makers, know reason
Vi Anand's latest film, Ooru Peru Bhairavakona, featuring Sundeep Kishan and Varsha Bollamma, has run into legal issues as distributor Bathula Satyanarayana, also known as Vizag Satish, filed a case against the producers to halt the movie's release.
15 Feb 2024
TinderMatch Group's Tinder, Hinge dating apps are addictive, says lawsuit
Match Group, the company behind popular dating apps like Hinge, Tinder, and the League, is facing a federal lawsuit filed in San Francisco.
12 Feb 2024
South Korea'12.12: The Day' producers seek action against illegal video leak
Plus M Entertainment and Hive Media Corp, the companies behind the hit Korean film 12.12: The Day, have issued a stern warning against the illegal sharing of the film's video files.
07 Feb 2024
HollywoodJonathan Majors's assault case: Sentencing pushed to April
Jonathan Majors, who was found guilty of harassing and assaulting his former girlfriend Grace Jabbari, was scheduled to be sentenced on Tuesday. However, because of the new motion filed by his legal team to set aside the verdict, the sentencing has been postponed to April 8.
05 Feb 2024
Grammy AwardsGrammy awardee Killer Mike gets out of police custody
Rapper Michael Render aka Killer Mike was arrested by the LAPD on Sunday after winning three awards at the 66th Grammy Awards pre-show.
25 Jan 2024
MyanmarWhy was Myanmar filmmaker Shin Daewe given life imprisonment
The International Coalition for Filmmakers at Risk (ICFR) has demanded the immediate release of Shin Daewe, a prominent Myanmar documentary filmmaker sentenced to life imprisonment for possessing a drone.
20 Jan 2024
Alec BaldwinAlec Baldwin indicted for involuntary manslaughter in 'Rust' shooting
Actor-producer Alec Baldwin faces a fresh count of involuntary manslaughter in the tragic on-set death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during the filming of Rust in October 2021.
19 Jan 2024
MadonnaMadonna fans sue pop icon over late start of concert
Live events can be chaotic, and sometimes, it can also land celebrities in legal soups.
16 Jan 2024
K-PopINFINITE's Sungjong seeks contract termination with SPK Entertainment
INFINITE's Sungjong has officially requested to end his contract with SPK Entertainment, citing insufficient support and payment issues, according to a Tuesday report by The Fact.
13 Jan 2024
A24'MaXXXine' star Mia Goth being sued by background actor—here's why
Mia Goth—the star of the upcoming horror film MaXXXine—is facing a lawsuit for allegedly kicking background actor James Hunter in the head during filming.
11 Jan 2024
NayantharaNetflix removes Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani' amid legal soup for religious comments
Lady Superstar Nayanthara's recent release Annapoorani has become the talk of the town after the movie premiered on the OTT giant Netflix.
03 Jan 2024
K-dramaLee Sun-kyun's agency opts for legal action against misinformation
Lee Sun-kyun's sudden demise took the K-drama world by storm. Ever since his death, there have been several media speculations and now his agency HOD&U Entertainment has broken its silence regarding the same.
31 Dec 2023
Sexual AssaultOffensive: 'Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe on Paula Abdul's assault claims
Nigel Lythgoe, a former producer of American Idol, is facing sexual assault allegations leveled by singer-actor-choreographer and former judge Paula Abdul.
20 Dec 2023
Jacqueline FernandezJacqueline Fernandez seeks protection from Sukesh Chandrasekhar; files plea
Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez recently filed a plea in a Delhi court, seeking protection from alleged harassment by imprisoned con artist Sukesh Chandrasekhar.
19 Dec 2023
K-PopBig Bang's G-Dragon cleared of drug charges; case closed
K-pop star G-Dragon has been cleared of all charges in his recent drug case, as reported by Naver News.
29 Nov 2023
Salman KhanSalman Khan-Lawrence Bishnoi saga: Timeline of threats issued by gangster
The murky Salman Khan-Lawrence Bishnoi saga has witnessed another turn.
23 Nov 2023
Tamil CinemaVikram's 'Dhruva Natchathiram' faces legal and financial hurdles before release
Gautham Vasudev Menon's much-awaited Tamil film, Dhruva Natchathiram, starring Chiyaan Vikram, is slated for release on Friday.
03 Nov 2023
Box Office CollectionBox office buzz: 'UT 69' set for lukewarm opening
Entrepreneur Raj Kundra has been a controversial figure in Bollywood. The businessman has managed to stay in the buzz for his masked face looks and now he has made a comeback in cine world with the film UT 69.
17 Oct 2023
OTT releases'Bigg Boss' S17: Jigna Vora keen on reviving her career
Former crime reporter Jigna Vora became a household name after being arrested in connection with the murder of journalist Jyotirmoy Dey after interviewing an underworld figure. She spent nine months in Byculla jail before being acquitted of all charges in 2019.
16 Oct 2023
LGBTQ+Marriage equality: Onir shares heartfelt message ahead of SC verdict
Onir is one of the very few filmmakers in India who has been vocal about LGBTQ+ issues. The director is known for his hard-hitting films and for sharing his constant support for equal rights.
11 Oct 2023
Bollywood LifeZareen Khan to sue Kolkata cop in alleged cheating case
Bollywood actor Zareen Khan recently received relief when a Kolkata court canceled an arrest warrant issued against her in an alleged cheating case.
05 Oct 2023
CelebrityActor-model Shiyas Kareem detained in connection with sexual assault allegations
Bigg Boss Malayalam star and model Shiyas Kareem was detained at Chennai airport on Thursday.
04 Oct 2023
K-PopMAMAMOO's Hwasa gets clean chit in public indecency case
Finally! The famous K-pop group MAMAMOO's Hwasa has been given a clean chit after Seongdong Police Station in Seoul decided not to forward her public indecency case to the prosecution.
27 Sep 2023
Humans Of BombayHumans of Bombay case: Amsterdam chapter thanks HONY, Brandon Stanton
Ever since Humans of Bombay and its lawsuit against People of India grabbed the headlines, the former social media page has been facing a lot of flak from netizens.
20 Sep 2023
K-PopLOOSSEMBLE wins lawsuit against BlockBerry Creative; girl-group to retain name
K-pop girl group LOOSSEMBLE's agency, CTD ENM, has emerged victorious in a lawsuit filed by BlockBerry Creative.
20 Sep 2023
Anil KapoorDelhi HC grants protection of Anil Kapoor's personality rights
The Delhi High Court passed an interim John Doe order (orders directed against persons/groups that aren't identifiable) on Wednesday, protecting the personality and publicity rights of Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor.
19 Sep 2023
K-PopTWICE Nayeon's agency to take action against defamation; releases statement
JYP Entertainment has issued a statement regarding the allegations of non-repayment of a loan involving TWICE's Nayeon, clarifying that the ruling has been finalized and has no bearing on her entertainment pursuits.
11 Sep 2023
South KoreaBullying case: Kim Hieora's agency files lawsuit after conversation leak
South Korean actor Kim Hieora has been in a bit of soup after allegations of bullying in middle school were labeled against her.
04 Sep 2023
K-PopPlagiarism case against IU dismissed; EDAM Entertainment shares statement
K-pop stars are always under scrutiny for their actions and fans monitor every minute detail of their favorite stars.
22 Aug 2023
K-PopSM Entertainment calls out NCT Jaehyun's privacy breach
NCT member Jaehyun's hotel room was recently invaded by an unnamed individual who recorded a video that has since gone viral on social media.
22 Aug 2023
HollywoodBaldwin stops 'Rust' crew members lawsuit; armorer trial rescheduled
Special prosecutors are currently weighing the possibility of refiling criminal charges against Alec Baldwin in the tragic shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust.
17 Aug 2023
K-PopLOONA's former member Chuu wins legal case against BlockBerry Creative
Former LOONA member Chuu emerged victorious in her lawsuit against BlockBerry Creative on Thursday.
16 Aug 2023
K-PopFIFTY FIFTY turns down negotiations with Attrakt post first mediation
K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY—renowned for the song Cupid—has decided not to participate in a second mediation session with their agency, Attrakt, after failing to reach an agreement during the first session held on August 9.
04 Aug 2023
CelebrityAndrew Tate, Tristan Tate's house arrest lifted; court conditions inside
Andrew Tate has been in the news for all the wrong reasons and now the controversial influencer has been freed from house arrest by a Bucharest court. He has been facing trial for rape and human trafficking.
31 Jul 2023
TV NewsRahul Mahajan and Natalya Ilina file for divorce: Report
Rahul Mahajan has been in the news on and off for his stints on reality TV shows and his personal life. Reports are rife that the former pilot is heading for divorce with Kazakhstan model Natalya Ilina.
27 Jul 2023
British Royal FamilyPrince Harry can now pursue legal claim against 'The Sun'
The British Royal Family has been under media scrutiny for decades. Prince Harry is known for making the headlines these days for various reasons. Now, reportedly, he got a green signal from London High Court in another legal battle against the British tabloid The Sun.
19 Jul 2023
ChiranjeeviRajasekhar-Jeevitha get bail in Chiranjeevi Blood Bank defamation case
Veteran actors Rajasekhar and Jeevitha have been sentenced to a one-year imprisonment in a defamation case. The actor couple alleged that Chiranjeevi Blood Bank had irregularities and megastar Chiranjeevi's organization sold blood on the black market.
12 Jul 2023
HollywoodKevin Costner asked to pay this much as child support
Hollywood actor Kevin Costner and his estranged wife Christine Baumgartner's divorce has been in the news for some time. As per a recent development, a judge has ruled that the actor must pay $1,29,755 per month as a part of child support to their three children. This verdict comes after Baumgartner appealed for $2,48,000 per month.
