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Shell Exits Paramount Skydance With At Least $5 Million Severance
business1 day ago

Shell Exits Paramount Skydance With At Least $5 Million Severance

Jeff Shell, resigning as Paramount Skydance president amid a breach‑of‑contract lawsuit, will receive at least $5 million in cash (based on his $3.5 million base salary plus a $1.5 million target bonus) over 12 months, plus accelerated vesting of certain stock units and a one‑time $75 million RSU grant accelerated vesting, plus up to 12 months of company‑subsidized health coverage, all subject to signing a separation agreement and covenants.

Drummer Chuck Redd seeks dismissal of Kennedy Center breach suit over canceled holiday show
politics13 days ago

Drummer Chuck Redd seeks dismissal of Kennedy Center breach suit over canceled holiday show

Chuck Redd asks a D.C. court to dismiss the Kennedy Center's breach-of-contract suit after he canceled a Christmas Eve performance in protest of President Trump’s influence on the venue, arguing he wasn’t contractually obligated to perform since the center’s contract wasn’t signed and suggesting the suit is an intimidation tactic against dissenters amid leadership changes and renovations at the Kennedy Center.

Drummer seeks dismissal of Kennedy Center lawsuit over canceled Christmas Eve show
entertainment14 days ago

Drummer seeks dismissal of Kennedy Center lawsuit over canceled Christmas Eve show

Chuck Redd, the drummer who canceled a Kennedy Center Christmas Eve Jazz Jam in protest of President Trump’s influence, asked a D.C. Superior Court judge to dismiss the center’s breach-of-contract lawsuit, arguing there was no signed contract. The Kennedy Center asserts it could seek damages (up to $1 million) for the cancellation, while Redd’s lawyers say the suit is an intimidation tactic against artists who dissent.

Cadillac F1 Ad Sparks Michael Bay Lawsuit Over Ambition vs. Amicable Resolve
business2 months ago

Cadillac F1 Ad Sparks Michael Bay Lawsuit Over Ambition vs. Amicable Resolve

Cadillac's Formula 1 debut ad, aired during the Super Bowl and invoking JFK's space-race era, is the subject of a lawsuit by director Michael Bay who says he contributed ideas and would have directed. Cadillac says the creative direction was set before his involvement and expects an amicable resolution. Bay seeks about $1.5 million in fees plus punitive damages, while the team emphasizes the ad's overall success and aims for a settlement.

Gateway Tunnel Funding Fight Triggers Lawsuit Over Withheld $15B
politics2 months ago

Gateway Tunnel Funding Fight Triggers Lawsuit Over Withheld $15B

The Gateway Development Commission filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after it withheld about $15 billion—nearly 90% of the Hudson Tunnel project's funding—alleging breach of contract as federal support remains paused for a DEI-related review. Construction has continued with reserves, but if funding is not resumed soon the project risks shutting down, threatening about 11,000 jobs and delaying the Northeast Corridor's busiest rail line.

Don Lemon's Lawsuit Against Elon Musk and X Allowed to Proceed
legal9 months ago

Don Lemon's Lawsuit Against Elon Musk and X Allowed to Proceed

Don Lemon's lawsuit against Elon Musk and X over the cancellation of their partnership can proceed to trial, with allegations of fraud and implied contract, following Musk's attempts to dismiss the case. The suit stems from the abrupt end of a planned show partnership after Lemon's critical interview with Musk, amid broader content moderation and platform policy issues.

business1 year ago

R&CPMK Sues Former Execs and 2 PM Sharp for Theft and Contract Breach

PR firm R&CPMK has filed lawsuits in New York and Los Angeles against former executives and rival company 2PM Sharp, accusing them of theft and breach of contract. The suits allege that ex-employees downloaded thousands of confidential files to aid 2PM Sharp's launch, potentially causing significant financial losses for R&CPMK. The firm seeks damages and injunctions to prevent further solicitation of its clients and employees by 2PM Sharp and the former staffers.

Kanye West Sued by Ex-Assistant for Sexual Harassment and Wrongful Termination
entertainment1 year ago

Kanye West Sued by Ex-Assistant for Sexual Harassment and Wrongful Termination

Kanye West is being sued by his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, for sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and breach of contract. Pisciotta alleges that West sent her explicit messages, engaged in inappropriate behavior, and failed to pay her agreed severance after firing her. She is seeking compensatory and punitive damages, as well as coverage of legal fees. This is the third lawsuit West has faced this year.

Kanye West Sued for Sexual Harassment by Former Assistant
entertainment1 year ago

Kanye West Sued for Sexual Harassment by Former Assistant

Kanye West is being sued by his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, for sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and breach of contract. Pisciotta alleges that West sent her explicit messages and videos, and engaged in inappropriate behavior during phone calls. She claims she was fired after being promoted and promised a severance package that was never paid.

"UTA and Michael Kassan: Legal Battle Unveils Alleged Fraud and Broken Relationships"
legalentertainment-industry2 years ago

"UTA and Michael Kassan: Legal Battle Unveils Alleged Fraud and Broken Relationships"

MediaLink founder Michael Kassan and UTA are embroiled in a legal battle involving allegations of fraud, breach of contract, and financial impropriety. Kassan filed a $25 million arbitration demand against UTA, accusing CEO Jeremy Zimmer of breach of contract and broken promises, while UTA countersued, alleging Kassan's misuse of corporate funds and resources. The dispute stems from Kassan's resignation from MediaLink and subsequent fallout with UTA following its acquisition of MediaLink. Both parties are pointing fingers and engaging in a heated legal showdown.