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Bad Bunny Scores Huge Win as Judge Reverses Ruling in Historic Reggaeton Lawsuit
The judge rejected a sweeping copyright claim over reggaeton’s dembow rhythm, shielding more than 150 artists and nearly 2,000 songs.
Busta Rhymes Settles Former Assistant’s $6 Million Lawsuit for $25,000
The rapper denied his former assistant’s allegations, and neither side admitted wrongdoing in the deal.
C+C Music Factory Co-Founder Robert Clivillés Sues Freedom Williams for $30 Million
The DJ and producer filed a nine-count federal lawsuit against his former collaborator alleging 30 years of unauthorized use of the C+C Music Factory name.
Bad Bunny's Ex Wins Key Ruling in $40M 'Bad Bunny, Baby' Lawsuit
The Puerto Rico Supreme Court revives Carliz De La Cruz Hernández's $40M battle over the iconic 'Bad Bunny, baby' tag and who really owns that sound.
Jermaine Dupri Sues Sony, Says They've Been Underpaying Him Since the '90s
The So So Def head alleges that he's owed millions in unpaid royalties from releases he worked on dating all the way back to Kriss Kross.
Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment Beats ‘Alien Superstar’ Lawsuit on Wild Technicality
A judge tossed the 'Alien Superstar' lawsuit over a bizarre technicality, but the company suing Beyoncé’s team says the copyright war isn’t over yet.
Landmark Reggaeton Copyright Case to Be Decided by Jury, Judge Rules
A 1989 Jamaican riddim, hits like 'Despacito' and 'Tití Me Preguntó' and the future of reggaeton collide in one of music’s biggest copyright battles.