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Jury Upholds Rights of Late Dallas Rapper Mo3’s Estate in Music Ownership Dispute

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Dallas, Texas — The estate of Melvin Noble Jr., known in the music world as the rapper Mo3, has secured exclusive ownership of his vocal recordings following a recent jury verdict. U.S. District Judge Amos Mazzant formalized the decision on May 12, confirming the jury’s findings from April 28 that favored Noble’s estate in a contentious legal battle. The lawsuit arose after Noble’s family accused former sound engineer Ray G. Bollin Jr. of copyright infringement and other legal missteps. Filing in August 2023, the estate claimed Bollin refused to return Noble’s music files after his … Read more

Federal Court Pauses Lawsuit Against CFPB as Negotiations Over Credit Card Late Fee Cap Show Promise

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FORT WORTH, Texas — A federal court has temporarily paused legal proceedings in a high-stakes lawsuit over a contentious rule limiting credit card late fees, an issue that pits financial institutions against consumer advocates. The 30-day stay, authorized by U.S. District Court Judge Mark Pittman on March 13, followed optimistic signals from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) about reaching a settlement with challengers, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Consumer Bankers Association. The dispute centers on a CFPB rule established in March 2024, capping credit card late fees at $8, a sharp … Read more

Karnataka State Awards 2020 Honors Late Sanchari Vijay with Prestigious Jury Prize

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Bengaluru, India – In a celebration that brought both joy and poignant remembrance to the Karnataka film fraternity, the late film artist Sanchari Vijay was honored with a posthumous Jury Award at the Karnataka State Awards 2020. Vijay, who tragically lost his life in a road accident in June 2021, was commemorated for his exceptional contributions to Kannada cinema. Sanchari Vijay, renowned for his versatile acting skills, was particularly celebrated for his role in the movie “Naanu Avanalla Avalu,” which previously earned him a National Film Award. His ability to embody complex characters won him … Read more

ASAP Rocky’s Assault Trial Begins: Defense Claims Rapper Used Prop Gun, Prosecution Unveils Late Ballistic Evidence

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Los Angeles – In an unfolding legal drama, rap artist ASAP Rocky, legally known as Rakim Mayers, stands accused of shooting Terrell Ephron, aka ASAP Relli, during a confrontation on a Hollywood street on November 6, 2021. Ephron, a founding member of the Harlem-based ASAP mob – an acronym for “Always Strive and Prosper” – had at one time been a close friend of Mayers. The alleged incident, which could see Mayers facing up to 20 years if convicted, took a dramatic turn during opening arguments of his assault trial in Los Angeles. Mayers’ defense … Read more