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Rebel Wilson Accused of Discarding Phone to Avoid Producing Messages in Defamation Trial
A lawyer accused Rebel Wilson of intentionally discarding her mobile phone to avoid providing text messages during a defamation hearing in Federal Court. Wilson is being sued by Charlotte MacInnes, the lead actor in her film The Deb, over alleged false statements in social media…
Nbc NewsTaylor Swift Files Trademarks for Voice Clips and Image to Protect Likeness
Taylor Swift's company submitted three trademark applications to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on April 24, 2026, covering audio clips of her voice and a promotional photograph. The filings aim to safeguard her voice and image amid rising AI concerns. Similar protections w…
whatstrending.comSinger Addison Rae Files Copyright Claim Against Department of Homeland Security Over Song Use
Addison Rae has filed a copyright claim against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the use of her song 'Diet Pepsi' in a video related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The claim addresses the unauthorized inclusion of the track in the agency's content. Details of…
The Hollywood ReporterThe Hollywood Reporter Announces Six Attorneys for 2026 Legal Legends Honor
The Hollywood Reporter has named six entertainment lawyers to its 2026 Legal Legends honor, recognizing their contributions to the industry and legal field. The honorees include attorneys from firms such as Loeb & Loeb and Davis Wright Tremaine. The recognition highlights their w…
VarietyPatricia Glaser Named Variety's 2026 Power of Law Award Honoree
Patricia Glaser, a partner at Glaser Weil Fink Howard Jordan & Shapiro, has been selected as Variety's 2026 Power of Law Award recipient. The award recognizes her over 50 years in entertainment law, including representation of clients such as Kirk Kerkorian and Harvey Weinstein.…
LFSHlaw / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Mitch Schuster Elevated to Name Partner at Meister Seelig & Schuster Law Firm
Mitch Schuster, a lawyer involved in the Justin Baldoni case, has been promoted to name partner at his firm, renaming it Meister Seelig & Schuster from Meister Seelig & Fein. Schuster represents clients in entertainment, sports, and business sectors. The promotion recognizes his…