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

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

Final Decision Looms: Jury Weighs Verdict in Davis Serial Stabbing Case

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A jury is currently deliberating the fate of a man accused of committing a series of stabbings in Davis, California, that left victims seriously injured. The case has garnered attention due to its severity and the impacts it has had on the small community. During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence linking the defendant to multiple attacks that occurred between May and July of the previous year. Authorities described the stabbings as random and brutal, instilling fear among residents. The defense has argued that the evidence is circumstantial, insisting there is no direct … Read more

Phil Davis Takes a Stand: Veteran Fighter Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against UFC, Alleges Monopolistic Practices

Las Vegas, Nevada — Mixed martial artist Phil Davis has filed a new lawsuit against the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), alleging that the promotion engages in monopolistic practices that adversely impact fighter compensation and suppress competition in the sport. The lawsuit, submitted on Thursday in the U.S. District Court of Nevada, seeks to hold the UFC accountable for stifling rival promotions and limiting opportunities for fighters. Davis, who competed in the UFC from 2010 to 2015 before joining Bellator MMA, is represented by the law firm Berger Montague. This firm recently achieved a notable victory … Read more

Justice Served: Delon Davis Found Guilty of Murder in High-Stakes Minot Trial

Minot, North Dakota — A jury found Delon Davis guilty on all four charges related to the murder of Mark Ramon McMillan Jr. during a trial that concluded Thursday at the Ward County Courthouse. The incident in question occurred on April 3, 2024, and followed a week of testimonies that wrapped up a day earlier. The charges against Davis included intentional or knowing murder of an adult victim, which is classified as a Class AA felony, as well as tampering with physical evidence, unlawful possession of a firearm due to prior felony status, both classified … Read more