Tag Archives: Legal

Round 2: Tony Moore Suing for Co-Ownership of ‘The Walking Dead’ and Other Works

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Heather Toshiko

It’s sad when things go wrong, especially when the people in question were childhood friends and former friendly collaborators. Sadly, that’s just what’s happening between Tony Moore and his former colleague Robert Kirkman. And this isn’t the first time. According … Continue reading →

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GameStop Takes Blow From California Courts, Might Have to Change Used Pricing Structure

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

Game Stop has always been an interesting force in the world of video game retailers. They are fabulous in the sense that they are major players in the used game market, really refining a trade-in infrastructure that allows people to get … Continue reading →

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Starz To Discontinue Content Partnership with Netflix

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Matt Raub

If you’re as addicted to Instant Netflix as the rest of us, you’re probably glued to the New Releases feed to see what the benevolent Netflix gods will bring you to enjoy from the comfort of your bed/couch every night. … Continue reading →

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The Battle Continues: Kirby Estate Sues Marvel Over Copyright Termination and Profits

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Jennifer Tomooka

Marvel fans who have been dreaming about future sequels to Iron Man, X-Men, The Incredible Hulk and Spider-Man might be entering into a creative nightmare. According to The Hollywood Reporter the children of comic book icon Jack Kirby have officially … Continue reading →

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Apple Sues Google Nexus One Maker HTC

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Chris Ullrich

It’s Tuesday so that must mean it’s a day for lawsuits, at least where Apple, Inc. is concerned. Case in point, our favorite fruit flavored technology company is suing hardware maker HTC for infringement of 20 patents concerning the iPhone … Continue reading →

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Jack Kirby’s Family Sues Marvel

Posted on September 24, 2009 by Bob Starr

It would seem the children of legendary comic book creator Jack Kirby want some of that four billion dollars that changed hands between Marvel and Disney a few weeks back. Earlier this week, The Kirby estate issued 45 notices of termination of … Continue reading →

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Courtney Love Threatens Legal Action Over Cobain Avatar

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Cortney Zamm

Looks like the fans aren’t the only one pissed about Kurt Cobain’s likeness being used for an avatar in Guitar Hero 5. Cobain’s widow, Courtney Love is pretty mad too. But she signed the contract allowing it, according to Kotaku. … Continue reading →

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