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Real Estate Mogul Hisham Talaat Moustafa Prevails in London Court, Waving Off Kickboxer’s Bill for Emotional Damages Tied to Pop Star’s Murder

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LONDON, United Kingdom — Hisham Talaat Moustafa, a prominent Egyptian real estate mogul, successfully defended against a lawsuit in London, where a former kickboxing champion accused him of orchestrating the murder of a Lebanese pop star in 2008. The ruling marks a significant moment in a case that has drawn considerable public interest due to its high-profile nature and complex legal background. Talaat Moustafa, who leads the Talaat Moustafa Group, was previously convicted in Egypt for his role in the murder of Suzanne Tamim, who was 30 at the time of her death. The incident … Read more

Toy Maker MGA Ordered to Pay $71.5 Million in Doll Dispute Victory for Pop Group OMG Girlz and Stars Tiny and T.I.

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New York — In a significant legal decision, MGA Entertainment, a prominent toy manufacturer, has been ordered to pay $71.5 million in damages for infringing on the intellectual property of the teen pop group OMG Girlz. The federal jury’s verdict concluded that MGA’s line of “L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G.” dolls unlawfully utilized the name, likeness, and stylistic elements associated with the music group. The lawsuit, which marks the climax of a prolonged legal struggle between the California-based toy company and the pop group, was decided in favor of OMG Girlz, alongside Tameka “Tiny” Harris, a member … Read more

$71.5 Million Verdict Against Toy Giant for Infringing on Pop Group OMG Girlz’s Image

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New York – In a significant legal victory, teen pop group OMG Girlz along with celebrity figures Tameka “Tiny” Harris and Chris “T.I.” Harris have won a $71.5 million lawsuit against toy manufacturer MGA Entertainment for infringement of intellectual property. The ruling, delivered by a federal jury on Monday, concluded that MGA’s “L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G.” dolls unlawfully leveraged the look and branding synonymous with OMG Girlz. The case spotlighted the dolls’ names and outfits, which jurors found notably resembled the visuals associated with the all-girl music band, resulting in an awarded sum of $17.9 million … Read more

Mariah Carey’s Holiday Hit Lawsuit Likely to Be Dismissed, Judge Leans Toward Ruling in Pop Star’s Favor

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Los Angeles, California — A judge in California is leaning towards dismissing the lawsuit filed against Mariah Carey over her iconic holiday song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” The suit, rekindled in November 2023, implicates Carey in a copyright dispute with Mississippi artist Vince Vance, credited as Andy Stone, who claims Carey’s hit mirrors his 1989 composition bearing the same title. The case, which began in 2022, saw Vance initially seek $20 million in damages. However, he dropped his lawsuit later that year only to refile it with additional details and a co-plaintiff, … Read more