Further problems have beset plans by Michael Jackson's mother (and three of his siblings) to hold a tribute concert in Cardiff on 8 October.
Aside from the fact that Jermaine and Randy Jackson are opposed to the event, the executors of Jackson's estate are none too pleased that permission has not been sought from them to use the name "Michael Jackson" in the concert.
The late star's name in it own right carries value, and those who seek to make money out of using it in concerts need permission from the estate.
Monday, August 01, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
Sony Motion
Sony studios have asked Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor (the judge hearing Michael Jackson's manslaughter trial) to throw out a subpoena for footage of Jackson's final rehearsals.
Lawyers working for Sony Pictures Entertainment argue that neither prosecutors nor defence lawyers should be able to show the footage during the trial.
Judge Pastor will review the motion today.
Lawyers working for Sony Pictures Entertainment argue that neither prosecutors nor defence lawyers should be able to show the footage during the trial.
Judge Pastor will review the motion today.
Friday, July 08, 2011
Hearing Postponed
The hearing into the case of Dr Conrad Murray (the late Michael Jackson's doctor) has been postponed from 12 July to 20 July, because lawyers are viewing hundreds of hours of rehearsal footage from Jackson's "This Is It" concert.
Prosecutors want to show jurors clips from the film "This Is It" to prove that Jackson was healthy in the days leading up to his death. The defence, by contrast, wants to show that he was ill.
Prosecutors want to show jurors clips from the film "This Is It" to prove that Jackson was healthy in the days leading up to his death. The defence, by contrast, wants to show that he was ill.
Friday, July 01, 2011
Fulham Scores Own Goal
Fulham Football Club appears to have forgotten that it is primarily a football club. Not content with erecting a statue to Michale Jackson outside its grounds in April 2011, its club shop is now selling Jackson T shirts, mugs and memorabilia with the caption "Michael At The Cottage".
Unsurprisingly, the fans of the club are not particularly impressed with this.
Unsurprisingly, the fans of the club are not particularly impressed with this.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Top Earner
According to Forbes, which knows a thing or two about wealth, Michael Jackson (since his death 2 years ago) has earned $400M.
This is more than any other musician, living or dead, over the last 2 years.
This is more than any other musician, living or dead, over the last 2 years.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Insurer Seeks To Void Policy
The financial fallout and bickering from the death of Michael Jackson in 2009 continues unabated.
The media report that Lloyd's of London underwriter Cathedral Capital Ltd.'s syndicate 2010 is seeking to void a policy covering the risk of Michael Jackson not appearing at performances.
When Jackson died in 2009, AEG Live filed a claim for $17.5M for the nonappearance and cancellation of the concert. However, Cathedral Capital have now sued AEG. They allege that AEG have failed to provide necessary medical information and details about Dr. Conrad Murray (Jackson's doctor); this information would enable Cathedral to determine if the claim was valid.
The media report that Lloyd's of London underwriter Cathedral Capital Ltd.'s syndicate 2010 is seeking to void a policy covering the risk of Michael Jackson not appearing at performances.
When Jackson died in 2009, AEG Live filed a claim for $17.5M for the nonappearance and cancellation of the concert. However, Cathedral Capital have now sued AEG. They allege that AEG have failed to provide necessary medical information and details about Dr. Conrad Murray (Jackson's doctor); this information would enable Cathedral to determine if the claim was valid.
Tuesday, May 03, 2011
Dr Conrad Murray's Trial Postponed
Following a request by lawyers acting for Dr Conrad Murray, Dr Murray's trial for involuntary manslaughter has been postponed until September this year.
The postponement was requested in order to enable the defence to prepare for new prosecution witnesses.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor will dismiss the prospective jurors.
The postponement was requested in order to enable the defence to prepare for new prosecution witnesses.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor will dismiss the prospective jurors.
Monday, April 04, 2011
Go To Hell!
The BBC reports that Mohammed Al Fayed (Chairman for Fulham Football Club) has told fans they can "go to hell" if they do not like the new Michael Jackson statue at Craven Cottage stadium.
Mr Al Fayed unveiled the statue yesterday, Michael Jackson was a friend of Mr Al Fayed.
It was commissioned in 2009 and was due to be erected at Harrods, until Mr Al Fayed sold the store.
Mr Al Fayed is quoted by the BBC:
"Why is it bizarre? Football fans love it."
"If some stupid fans don't understand and appreciate such a gift this guy gave to the world they can go to hell.
If they don't understand and don't believe in things I believe in they can go to Chelsea, they can go to anywhere else."
Mr Al Fayed unveiled the statue yesterday, Michael Jackson was a friend of Mr Al Fayed.
It was commissioned in 2009 and was due to be erected at Harrods, until Mr Al Fayed sold the store.
Mr Al Fayed is quoted by the BBC:
"Why is it bizarre? Football fans love it."
"If some stupid fans don't understand and appreciate such a gift this guy gave to the world they can go to hell.
If they don't understand and don't believe in things I believe in they can go to Chelsea, they can go to anywhere else."
Friday, March 25, 2011
Jury Selection Begins
The jury selection process for the trial in May of Dr Conrad Murray has commenced. Potential jurors who are available for the trial will be asked to fill out a 27 page questionnaire.
Monday, March 07, 2011
Dr Conrad Murray's Trial Delayed
The trial of Dr Conrad Murray for the involuntary manslaughter of Michael Jackson has been delayed from 24 March until 9 May, in order to allow both sides more time to prepare.
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
TV Coverage Dr Conrad Murray's Trial
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge has ruled that the trial of Dr Conrad Murray may be broadcast on TV, if the camera is unobtrusive.
Thursday, February 03, 2011
Yet Another Lawsuit!
Katherine Jackson, the late Michael Jackson's mother, has been given permission to proceed with her civil lawsuit against AEG Live.
Superior Court Judge Yvette M. Palazuelos rejected a motion by AEG Live to dismiss the case, which alleges that AEG Live was responsible for medical decisions made by Dr. Conrad Murray, who has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in Jackson's death.
The lawsuit was filed last September 15 on behalf of Katherine Jackson Michael Jackson's three children.
I don't know about anyone else, but I am beginning to lose track of all the litigation arising since Jackson died.
Superior Court Judge Yvette M. Palazuelos rejected a motion by AEG Live to dismiss the case, which alleges that AEG Live was responsible for medical decisions made by Dr. Conrad Murray, who has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in Jackson's death.
The lawsuit was filed last September 15 on behalf of Katherine Jackson Michael Jackson's three children.
I don't know about anyone else, but I am beginning to lose track of all the litigation arising since Jackson died.
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