Tiny

Judge Declares $53.6 Million Punitive Award ‘Unsupported,’ T.I. and Tiny Weigh Options for New Trial Against MGA Entertainment

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A California jury previously awarded rapper T.I. and his wife, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, $71 million in a legal battle against toy maker MGA Entertainment over claims of intellectual property infringement. However, recent developments in the case have introduced the possibility of a retrial, following a ruling by U.S. District Court Judge James V. Selna stating that a significant portion of the award, specifically $53.6 million in punitive damages, lacked proper evidential support. Judge Selna indicated that the maximum punitive damages that could be reasonably supported by the evidence is merely $1. This ruling has opened … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Harris Prepare for Round Four in Ongoing Battle Over $71 Million Doll Infringement Lawsuit

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A California jury awarded hip-hop artist T.I. and his wife, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, a staggering $71.4 million in a civil case against MGA Entertainment, the company behind the popular L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls. The couple’s pop group, the OMG Girlz, claimed MGA copied their distinctive name, hairstyles, and fashion styles for its doll line, and jurors concluded that the infringement was willful. Tiny expressed her astonishment at the ruling, stating it exceeded her expectations. Just weeks later, T.I., whose real name is Clifford Harris, announced his retirement from live performances, indicating he no longer needed … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Triumph with $53M Victory in OMG Girlz Legal Battle, Judge Upholds Jury’s Ruling

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In a recent judicial announcement in Atlanta, Georgia, the music power couple T.I. and Tameka “Tiny” Harris were awarded a substantial $53 million in a legal battle concerning the girl group OMG Girlz. The lawsuit revolved around financial disputes and contractual obligations, which the jury found in favor of the Harrises. The group, originally managed and created by Tameka Harris and formed in 2009, was intended to be a vibrant addition to the music scene, featuring young female artists. The suit alleged mismanagement and financial discrepancies that affected the earnings and career progression of the … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Harris Win $71.5 Million in Copyright Lawsuit Over OMG Girlz Doll Likeness

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In a decisive turn of legal events, rapper T.I. and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Harris, along with the OMG Girlz—a girl group founded by Tiny—have won a significant lawsuit against toy giant MGA Entertainment. The couple and the girl group have been awarded a whopping $71.5 million in combined punitive and actual damages by a federal judge. This ruling marks a major milestone in a contentious legal battle over the unauthorized use of the OMG Girlz’s likeness to create MGA’s O.M.G. Dolls. The case, which captured public attention, highlighted issues around copyright infringement and the … Read more