The NHL is seeking to have certain concussion claims brought by wives and next of kin dismissed. A lawsuit seeking compensation from the league for medical and household care was filed on January 15 in U.S. federal court. The NHL has now filed a motion to dismiss for lack of … [Read more...] about It’s a Hard Knock Life for Them: Can Next of Kin File Suit in NHL Concussion Claims?
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NFL Partnering with USADA to Investigate Peyton Manning
While Peyton Manning may have played his last game in the NFL last Sunday as he led the Broncos to a win over the Carolina Panthers in the Super Bowl, he has one more obstacle before he cements his legacy and place in the Football Hall of Fame. The NFL has partnered with the U.S. … [Read more...] about NFL Partnering with USADA to Investigate Peyton Manning
Batmobile Copyright Case Races Towards Supreme Court
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Mark Towle recently petitioned the Supreme Court following an unfavorable decision from the 9th Circuit regarding his dispute with DC Comics. The dispute involves the iconic crime-fighting vehicle, the “Batmobile,” from the 1960s TV Show and … [Read more...] about Batmobile Copyright Case Races Towards Supreme Court
Chinese Censorship Laws: Coming Soon To a Theatre Near You
In an extremely savvy and strategic business move, Wang Jianlin, the richest man in China, is set to purchase a controlling share in American movie studio Legendary Entertainment. Valued at $3.5 billion, the buyout has been described as “China's largest cross-border cultural … [Read more...] about Chinese Censorship Laws: Coming Soon To a Theatre Near You
Call of Duty’s Lawyers Called to Duty in French Court
According to the BBC, the children of late Angolan rebel leader, Jonas Savimbi, are suing the makers of Call of Duty in France for €1 million in damages for his “rather unfavorable” depiction in the best-selling video game. Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, the video game at the heart … [Read more...] about Call of Duty’s Lawyers Called to Duty in French Court