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Disney Settles Gender Pay Discrimination Claims for $43 Million, Paving the Way for Future Equity Audits

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LOS ANGELES — Walt Disney Co. has agreed to pay $43 million to resolve pay discrimination allegations from a group of female employees, following a ruling by a California state judge on Monday. The settlement addresses claims that the company paid female employees significantly less than their male colleagues for comparable work. Judge Elihu Berle commended the legal representation for the plaintiffs, awarding $14 million in attorneys’ fees. He described their work as “outstanding” in navigating the complex legal landscape these cases often present. This settlement concludes a protracted legal battle that has unfolded over … Read more

Gina Carano Settles Lawsuit with Disney, Hints at Future Collaboration After ‘Mandalorian’ Controversy

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LOS ANGELES — Gina Carano has reached a settlement in her legal dispute with Disney and Lucasfilm following her termination from the “Star Wars” franchise’s popular series, “The Mandalorian.” The specific details of the settlement remain confidential. Carano, known for her role as Cara Dune in the series, was dismissed in February 2021 after making controversial statements comparing the experience of being a Republican in America to that of Jews during the Holocaust. Lucasfilm responded by denouncing her comments, stating that they “denigrated people based on their cultural and religious identities.” In February 2024, Carano … Read more

Gina Carano Reaches Legal Settlement with Disney and Lucasfilm Over Controversial Firing from ‘The Mandalorian’

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Based on the developments in Hollywood, Lucasfilm and Disney have come to terms with actress Gina Carano, settling a lawsuit that arose following her dismissal from the Disney+ series “The Mandalorian.” Carano’s departure in February 2021 was a result of her social media activity, which garnered widespread controversy and led her to sue the companies for wrongful termination and sex discrimination in early 2024. A spokesperson for Lucasfilm confirmed the resolution of the lawsuit, stating that Carano was regarded with respect by her colleagues and had put in considerable effort to advance her skills while … Read more

Portland Pickles and Disney Settle Trademark Dispute After Three-Month Battle Over ‘Pickles’ Branding

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Portland, Oregon – The Portland Pickles baseball team has finalized a settlement agreement with the Walt Disney Company, almost three months after initiating legal action over trademark infringement. The specific terms of the settlement, including any financial arrangements, remain undisclosed according to recent court filings. The dispute erupted on May 7, 2024, when the Portland Pickles filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for Oregon. The team claimed that Disney infringed their trademark with its animated series “Win or Lose,” which debuted on February 19, 2024. The show features a fictional softball team known … Read more