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Vail Reaches Resolution with Artist Danielle SeeWalker in Landmark Free-Speech Dispute

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VAIL, Colo. — The city reached a settlement with artist Danielle SeeWalker, concluding a legal dispute that centered on free speech rights. The case raised important questions about artistic expression in public spaces and how municipalities regulate it. SeeWalker, who is known for her advocacy work and distinctive artistic style, faced challenges earlier this year when the city halted her public art contributions. The intervention followed complaints regarding the content of her work, which the city claimed could be considered inappropriate for their intended public spaces. Her paintings, rich in cultural themes and messages, aimed … Read more

Court Battle Looms: Tattoo Artist Kat Von D and Photographer Jeffrey Sedlik Clash Over Miles Davis Portrait in Pivotal Copyright Case

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A federal appeals court in Pasadena, California, is set to address a significant copyright dispute involving photographer Jeffrey Sedlik and renowned tattoo artist Kat Von D. The case, which involves a tattoo recreation of a Miles Davis portrait, has the potential to redefine aspects of artistic interpretation and copyright law in the United States. On Monday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit will livestream oral arguments at 9:30 a.m. from a courtroom on South Grand Avenue. The hearing will review an appeal filed by Sedlik following a jury’s verdict on January 26, … Read more

Artist Kehinde Wiley Faces New Legal Battle: Accused of Sexual Assault in Groundbreaking Lawsuit

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New York, NY — Prominent artist Kehinde Wiley, renowned for his portrait of former President Barack Obama, is facing allegations of sexual assault from Ogechi Chieke, a fellow artist. The lawsuit, filed on February 28 in New York Supreme Court, arrives just under the wire of a legal loophole closure, targeting an alleged 2007 incident at a New York dining establishment. This case marks the first judicial test of a growing list of accusations made primarily via social media against Wiley, with previous claims involving other individuals. Yet, unlike those earlier allegations shared on platforms … Read more

Playboi Carti Hit With Copyright Lawsuit Over ‘Kelly K’ Track by Music Artist Blakk Soul

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Atlanta, GA — Rapper Playboi Carti is currently facing a lawsuit alleging copyright infringement over his 2017 song “Kelly K.” The suit, filed in a federal court, has been brought forward by musician and songwriter Blakk Soul, who claims he significantly contributed to the creation of the track without receiving due credit or compensation. According to court documents, Blakk Soul has asserted that his voice and lyrics were used prominently in “Kelly K” but were never officially acknowledged by Playboi Carti or his production team. The plaintiff is seeking financial damages and a formal recognition … Read more