Sep 21, 2024
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Russell Simmons Accused of Rape by Former Def Jam Exec

Russell Simmons, a notable figure in the rap and hip-hop music scene of the 1990s, is currently facing a federal lawsuit accusing him of rape with the allegations brought forth by a former executive at Def Jam Recordings, the influential label he co-founded with producer Rick Rubin. The plaintiff, known... Read More »

Federal Appeals Court Upholds California's Ammunition Background Check Law
Federal Appeals Court Upholds California's Ammunition Background Check Law

In a significant legal development, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has intervened to maintain California's requirement for background checks on ammunition purchases, pausing a lower court's decision that deemed the law unconstitutional. This move comes after a contentious ruling by U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez of San Diego,... Read More »

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Elon Musk Funds Gina Carano's Lawsuit Against Disney

Actress Gina Carano has filed a lawsuit against Disney and Lucasfilm, alleging wrongful termination and discrimination stemming from her dismissal from the popular series "The Mandalorian." The lawsuit, filed on Tuesday in a California federal court, revolves around Carano's termination following a controversial social media post in which she drew... Read More »

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Appeals Court Rejects Trump's Presidential Immunity Claim

A federal appeals court has unanimously ruled that Donald Trump is not immune from criminal prosecution for his alleged efforts to reverse his loss in the 2020 presidential election. Trump's argument that his status as president at the time of the alleged crimes shielded him from charges was flatly rejected... Read More »

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Judge Denies Lizzo's Dismissal Request in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

The denial of Lizzo's request to dismiss the lawsuit filed by three of her former dancers marks the latest development in the pop star’s ongoing legal battle. Judge Mark H. Epstein's ruling, detailed in a 34-page decision in Los Angeles County Superior Court, highlighted the complexities surrounding Lizzo's argument for... Read More »