In Court - Page 37

January 2, 2026

Paramount wins major legal victory over 'Top Gun: Maverick' copyright claims from writer's family

Federal appeals court dismisses copyright lawsuit concerning "Top Gun: Maverick," ruling the $160M blockbuster wasn't substantially similar to 1983 article.

January 2, 2026

'90210' star Ian Ziering allegedly used celebrity status to dodge blame in 2023 street fight: lawsuit

Ian Ziering has been sued over a 2023 New Year’s Eve clash in Hollywood. A rider claims Ziering shoved him, then spun a story that led to his arrest before charges were dropped.

January 1, 2026

Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, accused of 'deliberately grooming' tour violinist

Will Smith faces sexual harassment allegations from professional violinist Brian King Joseph, who found disturbing items in a hotel room during the rapper's tour.

January 1, 2026

Mickey Rourke faces eviction over $59K unpaid rent debt from Los Angeles bungalow property

"The Wrestler" star Mickey Rourke reportedly owes $59,100 in rent on a Los Angeles home near the LA County Museum of Art, his landlord claims in a court filing.

December 31, 2025

Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt come up short in bowl game as star QB's NCAA eligibility lawsuit ramps up

Vanderbilt Commodores star quarterback Diego Pavia came up short in his pursuit of a bowl game win as his lawsuit against the NCAA has ramped up.

December 31, 2025

Ex-police officer given prison time in case prosecuted under Soros DA sees conviction overturned a year later

A court has overturned the conviction of a former Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor, acquitting him of all charges in connection to a 2019 shooting.

December 30, 2025

Judge orders Denise Richards, estranged husband evicted from luxury home after $84K rent dispute

Denise Richards and estranged husband Aaron Phypers lose their Calabasas home after allegedly failing to pay $84,000 in rent, court documents reveal.

December 29, 2025

Tyler Perry hit with new $77M sexual assault lawsuit from male model

Tyler Perry faces new $77 million sexual assault lawsuit from model Mario Rodriguez, who appeared in "Boo! A Madea Halloween." Perry has denied all allegations.

December 29, 2025

Rob Reiner’s son charged with murder, Diddy sentenced to prison: 2 high-profile cases that defined 2025

2025 brought shocking celebrity legal battles including Nick Reiner charged with murdering parents Rob and Michele, plus Sean "Diddy" Combs' conviction.

December 27, 2025

Tupac Shakur murder suspect challenges Las Vegas police search as 'unlawful' nighttime raid

Duane "Keffe D" Davis' lawyers seek to dismiss evidence in the Tupac murder trial, arguing Las Vegas police misled a judge about the defendant's status.