Lawsuit

Minnesota Deer Farmers Challenge State Regulations in Lawsuit Over New Farm Moratorium

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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota deer farmers have filed a lawsuit against the state over a moratorium on new deer farms. In the case of Minnesota Deer Farmers Association, Et Al. v. The State of Minnesota, Et Al., the plaintiffs are seeking relief from new regulations enforced by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Deer farmers breed deer for various purposes, such as selling venison, antlers, or even the deer themselves. According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there are currently 3,325 deer spread across 125 farms in the state. However, this number … Read more

Aritzia Wins Landmark Lawsuit Dismissing Claims of Artistic Plagiarism Over Pink Sculptures

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VANCOUVER, CANADA – A federal lawsuit accusing Vancouver-based retailer Aritzia of copyright infringement has been dismissed by a judge in the United States. The lawsuit claimed that Aritzia copied an artist’s work with hot pink, squiggle-shaped sculptures that were displayed in stores in early 2023. However, Judge Jeffrey White ruled that the artist, Richard X. Zawitz, was seeking to protect the style of his art, known as Tangle sculptures, rather than a specific product protected under copyright law. In his decision, Judge White stated that “style, no matter how creative, is an idea, and is … Read more

Fulton County Election Workers Awarded $148 Million in Defamation Lawsuit Against Rudy Giuliani

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ATLANTA (AP) – A jury has awarded $148 million in damages to two former Fulton County election workers in a defamation suite against Rudy Giuliani, the former personal attorney to President Donald Trump. The verdict came after emotional testimony from Wandrea “Shaye” Moss and her mother, Ruby Freeman, who were falsely accused by Giuliani of participating in a ballot fraud conspiracy. The trial revealed that Giuliani had already been found liable in the case and had admitted to falsely accusing the women. Despite this, he continued to spread baseless claims against them even as the … Read more

Nigel Lythgoe Takes a Step Back from ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Amid Lawsuit, New Judges and Format Announced

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Los Angeles, CA – Nigel Lythgoe, the co-creator and long-time judge of the popular TV show “So You Think You Can Dance,” has decided to step back from participating in this year’s series. In a statement to Variety magazine, Lythgoe expressed his voluntary decision, acknowledging that the program’s focus should remain on dance and dancers. However, he also stated that he is dedicated to clearing his name and restoring his reputation. The upcoming season of “So You Think You Can Dance,” which premieres on March 4, 2024, will feature a new documentary style format and … Read more