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Judge Rules Against Trump in Copyright Infringement Case Over Unauthorized Use of Eddy Grant’s ‘Electric Avenue’

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NEW YORK — In a recent legal decision, former President Donald Trump was found to have violated copyrights by using the song “Electric Avenue” by Eddy Grant in a 2020 campaign video without the artist’s permission. The ruling, delivered by Federal Judge John G. Koeltl, dismissed Trump’s claim that his use of the song fell under the fair use provisions, marking a significant setback for Trump amid ongoing copyright disputes with various artists. Eddy Grant initiated legal action against Trump after the latter utilized the 1982 hit to underscore a social media campaign video that … Read more

Apple Moves to Withdraw Lawsuit Against Israeli Spyware Maker NSO

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Cupertino, California – Apple Inc. has announced its decision to withdraw a lawsuit it previously initiated against NSO Group, an Israeli company known for developing spyware. This legal battle highlighted concerns about privacy and cybersecurity across the globe. In its lawsuit, filed last year, Apple targeted the controversial Pegasus software, which is reportedly used by governments to surveil journalists, activists, and political leaders worldwide. Apple had claimed that the deployment of this software on iPhones represented a dire threat to user privacy. The decision to drop the lawsuit comes amid ongoing debates about the implications … Read more

Man Accused in Music Promoter’s Killing Claims Self-Defense in Court Testimony

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Tampa, Florida – In a dramatic courtroom revelation, a man accused of the fatal shooting of a local music promoter testified that he acted in self-defense. The defendant, whose trial has gripped the local community, claims the shooting was a necessary response to an imminent threat posed by the victim during a heated argument last year. During his testimony, the accused detailed the events leading up to the altercation, describing a rapidly escalating situation in which he felt his life was in danger. According to him, the confrontation spiraled out of control after a disagreement … Read more

Global Law Firms Bolster Ranks with Strategic New Partners Across the US and UK

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Washington, D.C. — As summer draws to a close, the legal industry is witnessing significant personnel changes, with a flurry of high-profile partner moves and mergers in the United Kingdom and the United States marking a bustling start to the fall season. Among the notable shifts, arbitration expert Alexandre de Gramont has made a strategic move to Womble Bond Dickinson’s office in Washington, D.C., where he will spearhead the firm’s international disputes practice. This transition comes just ahead of the firm’s January 2025 merger with Louis Roca. De Gramont, previously with Dechert for over nine … Read more