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Taylor Swift Escapes Deposition in Lively-Baldoni Legal Drama; Court Denies Extension Request

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New York — Taylor Swift is unlikely to testify in a legal dispute involving actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. U.S. District Judge Lewis J. Liman recently denied Baldoni’s petition for an extension that would have allowed more time to arrange a deposition with the singer before the upcoming discovery deadline on September 30. While Lively received a new deadline of October 10 for her own requests, it appears Swift’s participation will not be necessary. Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, initially sought additional time, claiming in a letter to the judge that Swift was prepared to … Read more

Appeals Court Upholds $83.3 Million Defamation Award Against Trump in E. Jean Carroll Case

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NEW YORK — A federal appeals court on Monday affirmed a jury’s decision that mandates former President Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of sexual assault. The court’s ruling comes after a civil jury found Trump liable for defamation due to his repeated derogatory social media posts and public statements regarding Carroll. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed Trump’s appeal against the jury’s award, deeming the damages imposed as both fair and appropriate. The three-judge panel emphasized the severity of Trump’s actions, stating that the “degree … Read more

Chaos in Court: Perry Farrell Fights Back Against Jane’s Addiction Lawsuit Amid Onstage Altercation

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Los Angeles, California — Perry Farrell, frontman of the iconic rock band Jane’s Addiction, has officially responded to a lawsuit filed by former bandmates Dave Navarro, Eric Avery, and Stephen Perkins. The dispute, ignited by an onstage incident in September 2024 where Farrell allegedly struck Navarro, has escalated into a complex legal battle. In July, Navarro, Avery, and Perkins launched their lawsuit against Farrell, claiming assault, battery, and breach of contract. Following the suit, Farrell swiftly countersued, accusing his former colleagues of assault, battery, bullying, and harassment. In a legal document submitted this week, Farrell … Read more

California Moves to Unmask Law Enforcement Amid Supreme Court Decision on ICE Raids

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The California legislature has passed a bill aimed at preventing law enforcement officers from concealing their identities while on duty. This move comes in response to recent immigration enforcement actions where some federal agents wore masks during operations in the Los Angeles area. The bill, approved on Thursday, is now headed for Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval. If signed into law, it prohibits local and federal law enforcement, including agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), from wearing facial coverings, such as neck gators or ski masks, during official duties. Exceptions exist … Read more