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Drake Seeks Justice in Court Over Kendrick Lamar’s Controversial Diss Track as Universal Music Group Pushes for Dismissal

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Toronto, Canada – In a recent legal development, Universal Music Group (UMG) has moved to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by Canadian rapper Drake over a contentious track released by fellow artist Kendrick Lamar. The dispute centers around Lamar’s Grammy-winning song “Not Like Us,” which includes lyrics that Drake claims have tarnished his reputation and endangered his personal safety. According to court documents submitted on Monday in Manhattan federal court, UMG defends the song’s lyrics as protected free speech under the First Amendment, describing them as “rhetorical hyperbole” rather than factual statements. The label also … Read more

Governor DeSantis Pushes to End ‘Red Flag’ Gun Laws, Advocates for Increased Involuntary Commitments Instead

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Tallahassee, Fla. — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has sparked controversy with his call to repeal the state’s “red flag” laws, which were implemented to prevent individuals deemed dangerous by courts from possessing firearms. These laws, enacted during Rick Scott’s tenure as governor following the tragic mass shooting at a Parkland high school in February 2018, are now criticized by DeSantis as violations of due process. According to DeSantis, the red flag laws reverse the burden of proof, placing it on the individual to demonstrate they are not a threat, rather than on the government. This … Read more

Trump Pushes for Appointment of Jan. 6 Defense Attorney as Lead Prosecutor in D.C.

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Washington, D.C. – Former President Donald Trump is reportedly aiming to appoint a significant prosecutor in Washington, D.C., who previously served as a defense attorney for individuals charged in the January 6 Capitol riot. This move reflects Trump’s continued influence on the selection and positioning of key legal figures, potentially impacting future prosecutorial decisions in the nation’s capital. The individual at the heart of Trump’s interest once defended clients implicated in the storming of the Capitol on January 6, 2021, an event that has led to numerous investigations and charges across the United States. The … Read more

Justin Baldoni’s Lawyer Requests Blake Lively’s Deposition Amid Legal Tensions, Lively Pushes Back Without Explanation

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Los Angeles — In a recent development in the legal battle between actors Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, is asserting that Lively refuses to be deposed by him, although she has not provided a clear justification for her objection. The dispute comes amidst a series of lawsuits involving both parties, with the latest court filings revealing Lively’s reluctance to have Freedman oversee her deposition. Freedman, who is handling a number of different legal cases for Baldoni, claims that Lively’s legal team has proactively sought to prevent him from being involved in … Read more