All articles tagged with #court dismissal
Originally Published 25 days ago — by KTVU
A federal judge dismissed a civil case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs and others, where Ashley Parham accused them of gang-rape in Orinda in 2018, citing procedural issues and lack of service to defendants, while Combs is currently serving a prison sentence for related charges.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo
Jay-Z's decade-long paternity case with Rymir Satterthwaite has been dismissed with prejudice, ending the legal battle and preventing future claims, amidst ongoing disputes and allegations from both sides.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by LADbible
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and the New York Times has been dismissed after he missed the appeal deadline, resulting in a legal victory for Lively and Reynolds, who seek damages for legal costs and damages related to the case.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Pitchfork
A federal judge dismissed Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's diss track 'Not Like Us,' ruling that the song is opinion-based and not defamatory, and that the accompanying artwork was exaggerated. Drake plans to appeal the decision, while UMG defends its promotion of the track and criticizes the lawsuit as an attack on artistic expression.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by Spencer Elden, who claimed that the naked baby on Nirvana's 'Nevermind' album cover was child sexual abuse imagery, ruling that the cover did not meet the criteria for such imagery.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges related to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson were dismissed by a judge in New York, though he still faces other charges including second-degree murder and weapons offenses. The judge ruled the terrorism charges were legally insufficient, but Mangione's defense continues to contest other evidence and charges. The case will proceed with hearings starting December 1.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Variety
Justin Baldoni plans to continue legal action against Blake Lively after a judge dismissed his $400 million defamation suit, citing protected claims of sexual harassment and allowing amendments to some allegations. The case involves accusations of false claims and smear campaigns related to their film project, with further legal proceedings expected.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NPR
A federal judge in New York dismissed Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively, ruling that Baldoni failed to prove actual malice, effectively vindicating Lively and dismissing the case as a sham.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Traffic citations against Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill were dismissed after a Miami-Dade officer failed to appear in court. Hill had been cited for careless driving and not wearing a seatbelt during a controversial traffic stop in September, where he was handcuffed and placed face down on the road. The absence of the officers involved in the stop led to the dismissal, which Hill's attorney suggests indicates their awareness of wrongdoing. The Miami-Dade Police Department attributed the officer's absence to an oversight.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Traffic citations against Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill were dismissed after the officers involved failed to appear in court. Hill was initially cited for speeding and not wearing a seatbelt, and the incident gained attention due to the aggressive actions of Officer Danny Torres, who was placed on administrative duties. Hill's attorneys suggested the officers' absence indicated wrongdoing, and Hill expressed no ill will towards the police but had previously called for Torres' dismissal. Hill has been involved in several off-field incidents but claims to have matured significantly.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
A New York judge dismissed trespassing charges against 30 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University due to insufficient evidence. Of the 46 initially arrested, 15 still face charges, with some offered deferred prosecution deals. The remaining defendants rejected these deals to present a united front against what they perceive as state repression.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KETV Omaha
The domestic violence case against former Nebraska interim football coach Mickey Joseph was dismissed after his wife, the alleged victim, declined to testify. An out-of-state subpoena was issued for her to appear in court, but she was not able to be served. Joseph denied the allegations of physical assault and choking. The case was dismissed without prejudice, meaning it could be refiled at a later time. Joseph is no longer employed by the university. If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic abuse, call the WCA hotline at 402-345-7273.