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  • Actor TONY UMEZ Threatens To Sue People Speculating Fake Rumors About His Death

    Actor TONY UMEZ Threatens To Sue People Speculating Fake Rumors About His Death

    According To Pulse, Tony Umez has a message for the people spreading false news that he died. Veteran Nollywood actor Tony Umez has debunked the rumors’ making rounds claiming that he died. Tony took to his Instagram to address the issue, calling out the people spreading the malicious rumor’s for clickbait. He also assured his fans and loved ones that he was hale, healthy and hearty. He then vowed to take legal action against those spreading the false narratives.

    In his caption, he said,

    “Good day, my lovely people. I need to address this disturbing issue that has come to my attention. There are some unscrupulous individuals who have been using my pictures and videos maliciously, falsely reporting me as deceased in order to gain traffic to their pages. First and foremost, I want to assure you that I am very much alive and well. These false reports are nothing, but baseless rumor’s spread by individuals with ill intentions. I will be taking legal action against these persons, as their actions not only infringe upon my rights but also cause unnecessary distress to my loved ones and fans.”

    He said, “I understand the power of social media and the impact it can have on spreading information. However, it is disheartening to see how it can be misused by a few to spread false news for personal gain. I urge you all to be vigilant and only trust information that comes directly from me or my official channels. Love you all loads .”

    Though untrue, the news of the actor’s death ripped through his fans and the Nollywood entertainment industry. Now that the false news has been debunked, relief now washes over everyone.

    #Clique what are your thoughts on this

  • RUTH KADIRI Issues Warning To Ghanaian Television Stations

    RUTH KADIRI Issues Warning To Ghanaian Television Stations


    Reports By Pulse, Popular Nollywood Actress and filmmaker, Ruth Kadiri, has issued a strong warning to Ghanaian television stations that have been broadcasting her content without proper authorization. She has also announced her intention to take legal action against those who engage in such unauthorized broadcasting.

    The actress shared her frustration and stressed the importance of respecting intellectual property rights. She pointed out that the unauthorized airing of her movies not only violated her rights but also negatively impacted the livelihoods of the many individuals involved in the production process.

    In a video shared online, Ruth Kadiri expressed her frustration with local broadcasting platforms that were airing her content without the appropriate permissions. She cautioned that she would not hesitate to involve her lawyers in addressing this issue:

    “I have a lot of love for the entire country, but I’m deeply disappointed that a major TV station in Ghana would take my content, edit it, and broadcast it as if they have the license to do so. And it’s not just one station, it’s multiple. I’ve hesitated to watermark my content because I believe it would detract from its quality. This is my first warning, and it will be the last because if it happens again, you will hear from my legal team.”

    She further emphasized the importance of supporting content creators by respecting their work and obtaining the necessary rights rather than resorting to unauthorized broadcasting

    Clique weigh in your thoughts on this

  • Utah School District To Pay $2M Settlement After 10-Year-Old Girl Tragically Took Her Life Following School Bullying

    Utah School District To Pay $2M Settlement After 10-Year-Old Girl Tragically Took Her Life Following School Bullying

    In a recent development, a Utah school district has agreed to pay a settlement of $2 million to the family of Isabella ‘Izzy’ Tichenor, a 10-year-old Black autistic girl who tragically took her life after enduring relentless harassment from her classmates, FOX News reported.

    The family held the school officials responsible for their inadequate response to reports of racial and disability-based bullying. The Davis School District, with a student body that is less than 1% Black, announced the settlement on Tuesday.

    According to the lawsuit, Izzy, who was the only Black student in her class at Foxboro Elementary School in North Salt Lake, was subjected to severe bullying. Her classmates repeatedly used racial slurs, ridiculed her for her autism, and made derogatory comments about her hygiene. The family had reported the bullying to teachers and administrators, but no effective action was taken to address the issue.

    In response to Izzy’s death, Utah lawmakers passed legislation mandating that districts track reported cases of bullying and racism in schools. Izzy’s mother, Brittany Tichenor-Cox, highlighted the deep-rooted racism prevalent in the predominantly white state. Initially, the district defended its handling of the bullying allegations, but an independent investigation was subsequently launched.

    Although the investigation found no direct evidence of racial or disability-based bullying, it confirmed several aspects of the family’s account and revealed the mistreatment of Izzy by the staff. As a result, policy changes, including training to effectively address and monitor bullying incidents, were recommended.

    The settlement amount of $2 million was approved on Tuesday by a committee responsible for overseeing settlements at the Utah Legislature.

    On Tuesday, the district issued a public apology and announced a separate $200,000 settlement with three Black students who said they faced daily discrimination.

    “Any form of racism, bigotry, discrimination, or harassment within our schools is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. The district encourages anyone who observes a student or staff member being harassed or bullied to report it right away.”

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Bill Cosby Faces New Lawsuit From Singer Morganne Picard Alleging Actor Drugged and Raped Her In The Late 1980s

    Bill Cosby Faces New Lawsuit From Singer Morganne Picard Alleging Actor Drugged and Raped Her In The Late 1980s

    Renowned comedian Bill Cosby is confronted with yet another lawsuit, this time by singer Morganne Picard, who claims he drugged and sexually assaulted her in the late 1980s, according to USA Today. 

    Cosby allegedly coerced Picard into drinking intoxicating beverages on multiple occasions between 1987 and 1990. She claims to have been rendered unconscious and raped by Cosby at his residence, waking up in a hotel room with vaginal soreness. Picard also accuses Kaufman Astoria Studios, Astoria Studios LP II, the Carsey-Warner Company, and NBCUniversal of failing to stop Cosby’s abuse.

    No response has been received from Kaufman Astoria Studios, the Carsey-Warner Company, or NBCUniversal. Picard’s lawsuit accuses Cosby of battery, assault, and emotional distress, while the other defendants are being sued for negligence. Cosby’s representative, Andrew Wyatt, denies the allegations.

    “It is disappointing to see that these alleged distractors are able to monetize false allegations against Mr. Cosby,”

    Andrew Wyatt, said in a statement to PEOPLE.

    Wyatt added,

    “Mr. Cosby continues to invoke his Constitutional Rights by saying, ‘Not Guilty’ and vehemently denying all of these alleged allegations waged against him.”

    The Adult Survivors Act allows adult victims to sue alleged abusers for older sexual crimes within a one-year window, regardless of the Statute of Limitations. This window closes on Thanksgiving 2024.

    This lawsuit adds to Cosby’s legal battles. Previously, former model Victoria Valentino filed a lawsuit alleging Cosby drugged and raped her in 1969. 

    Five women also accused Cosby of sexual assault, battery, and emotional distress. Cosby, who has faced accusations from over 60 women, was convicted in 2018 but later released in 2021 after his conviction was vacated.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • NeNe Leakes Sued After Reportedly Failing To Pay Landlord Over $22K In Rent At Swagg Boutique

    NeNe Leakes Sued After Reportedly Failing To Pay Landlord Over $22K In Rent At Swagg Boutique

    It looks like former Real Housewives of Atlanta star, NeNe Leakes, owes $22,900 to the landlord of her old boutique, Swagg Boutique, reports TMZ. If you’re unaware, the former reality star opened a boutique in Sugarloaf Mills, Georgia back in 2017. She also had other stores in Florida and Maryland. She shut down temporarily back in 2020 because of the pandemic; however, despite her reopening, she later organized sales labeled as

    “going out of business”

    across her various stores.

    The landlord at the Sugarloaf Mills, Georgia store alleges that Leakes extended the agreement in 2021 for an additional year. Reports say she originally signed the contract back in 2017. Once the agreement ceased in 2022, she reportedly failed to pay the remaining balance. 

    The landlord says, last month, a letter was sent to Leakes notifying her to pay the balance in an effort to avoid legal consequences. As a response to her allegedly failing to pay the debt, the unidentified landlord is now taking legal action to pay for the back rent as well as attorney fees. 

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Man Who Exposed Ex-Girlfriend With Revenge Porn Online Ordered To Pay Her $1.2 Billion

    Man Who Exposed Ex-Girlfriend With Revenge Porn Online Ordered To Pay Her $1.2 Billion

    A woman from Texas whose former boyfriend posted explicit photos of her online was granted a $1.2 billion settlement, according to the New York Post. Reports added that photos from her mother’s surveillance footage were also posted on the internet. The Houston jury declared the act as revenge porn saying the woman was a victim. 

    The lawsuit was filed back in April 2022 by an unnamed woman. She claimed that her ex-boyfriend, Marques Jamal Jackson, dispersed private photos of her across the web and produced a website with the photos, which was later distributed to her relatives and loved ones. The photos were also posted on pornography websites

    “with the intent to embarrass, harass, torment, humiliate, and publicly shame,” says the lawsuit. 

    The former boyfriend sent the woman a message back in March 2022, saying,

    “You will spend the rest of your life trying and failing to wipe yourself off the internet. Everyone you ever meet will hear the story and go looking.”

    The former couple began dating in 2016 and they later started a

    “long and drawn-out break-up”

    at the beginning of 2020. Following the breakup, the woman left the home she and Jackson shared and moved back to her mother’s house. This caused Jackson to then hack into her mother’s security system and spy on the woman. He also started uploading private pictures of her on the web without her permission. 

    When they officially broke up, the unnamed woman informed Jackson that he wasn’t allowed to keep

    “visual intimate material”

    of her that he previously had. The suit also says that he shared her name and address on the Internet. 

    Despite the victory, the woman’s attorney, Bradford Gilde, said he doesn’t expect the settlement to be paid; however, he hopes that this sends a clear message. He said,

    “The staggering amount of this verdict sends a message of deterrence and prevents others from engaging in this despicable activity.”

    #Clique, what are your thoughts? 

  • H&M Lawsuit Accuses Fast-Fashion Rival SHEIN Of Stealing Their Designs

    H&M Lawsuit Accuses Fast-Fashion Rival SHEIN Of Stealing Their Designs

    The popular retail fashion brand H&M is taking SHEIN to court for

    “copyright infringement,”

    Bloomberg first reported. 

    H&M is accusing the fast-fashion retailer, SHEIN of stealing its designs

    “in multiple cases,”

    according to a spokesperson cited in the report. H&M originally filed its lawsuit against SHEIN back in 2022 at a hearing in Hong Kong.

    According to second-hand sources, H&M began building this case against SHEIN since at least 2021. The online fashion site is no stranger to these allegations as they were hit with a RICO charge, just earlier last week.  Three designers filed a complaint against SHEIN claiming that the Chinese fast-fashion retailer copied their designs.

    In 2022, SHEIN was worth $100 billion, more than their fast-fashion forerunners H&M and Zara combined, according to Business Insider. 

    SHEIN is also battling the Chinese e-retailer Temu in court for infringing upon its

    “exclusive and valuable trademark,”

    according to The Fashion Law. The lawsuit was filed on December 22 however, Temu has since filed a new lawsuit accusing SHEIN of a

    “scheme of coerced exclusivity, threats, intimidation, and direct financial punishments.” 

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Cancer Patient Wins $18.8M From Johnson & Johnson In Baby Powder Trial

    Cancer Patient Wins $18.8M From Johnson & Johnson In Baby Powder Trial

    California man wins $18.8 million lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson after alleging he developed cancer from exposure to talc-containing baby powder, a jury decided Tuesday per the NY Post. 

    Emory Hernandez Valadez, 24, told the court that he developed mesothelioma, which is an

    “aggressive and deadly form of cancer,”

    according to Mayo Clinic. The tumor reportedly spreads to the lungs, stomach, heart, and other organs causing chest pains, shortness of breath, and other deadly symptoms. Valadez said he suffered from heart issues due to

    “heavy exposure to asbestos and other carcinogens”,

    reports reveal.

    Valadez, who sued the company last year, was awarded $3.8 million in economic damages and $15 million for noneconomic damages.

    Mesothelioma is incurable and carries a life expectancy of 18 to 31 months, according to Mesothelioma.com. Most lawsuits over J&J talc have been delayed, however, due to Valadez’s diagnosis, US Chief Bankruptcy Judge Michael Kaplan allowed his litigation to proceed.

    The NJ-based company denies being the cause of Valadez’s prognosis and said they plan to appeal the verdict. Erik Haas, vice president of litigation at J&J, told the outlet that they have evidence, that they were not able to present in court, to prove their innocence.

    “Without the benefit of that evidence, the verdict is irreconcilable with the decades of independent scientific evaluations confirming Johnson’s baby powder is safe, does not contain asbestos, and does not cause cancer,”

    Haas said in his statement.

    The company announced in August that it would be discontinuing the talc-based baby powder globally in 2023.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Former Assistant Principal At Donda Academy Sues Kanye West For Exposing Students To ‘Absolutely Egregious’ Conditions At The School

    Former Assistant Principal At Donda Academy Sues Kanye West For Exposing Students To ‘Absolutely Egregious’ Conditions At The School

    It looks like rapper, Kanye West, is under scrutiny again for his private Christian school, Donda Academy. The former assistant principal of the school is suing Ye for allowing students and staff to attend classes in filthy and unsafe conditions, according to the complaint obtained by Insider. 

    The plaintiff, Isiah Meadows, was an assistant principal at the school from November 2020 to August 2022. He claims during his time working there he experienced,

    “faulty electrical wiring in the school that once started a fire near where students eat,”

    as well as incomplete construction and windows that didn’t have any glass in them. 

    According to the complaint, students were also allegedly exposed to poorly maintained septic tanks, which would overflow

    “every other day… causing a terrible smell.”

    Since April, West’s private school, which cost a whopping $15,000 a month for students to attend, has been hit with a barrage of disturbing allegations. 

    “It is just absolutely egregious what is going on at this school,”

    Meadows’ attorney, Ron Zambrano of West Coast Employment Lawyers, said in a statement emailed to Insider. According to the outlet, lawyers for West did not respond to their requests for comment. 

    “The unlawful and retaliatory behavior by Mr. West and the school directors have now been documented multiple times by other former employees who never even worked together but all experienced the same horrendous treatment and witnessed the same serious health, safety, and education code violations, while all were subjected to the same fate — wrongful termination — and we plan to hold them accountable,”

    Zambrano added. 

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Jonathan Majors Files Counter-Complaint Against Ex-Girlfriend, Claims He Was The ‘Victim’ During The March Assault

    Jonathan Majors Files Counter-Complaint Against Ex-Girlfriend, Claims He Was The ‘Victim’ During The March Assault

    It looks like Jonathan Majors has filed a counter-complaint against his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari, following his March arrest for a reported domestic dispute between the then-couple, NY Post reported. 

    The

    “Creed III”

    star claims that Jabbari scratched and hit him while she was drunk during an argument that later led to his March 25 arrest.

    “From the beginning, we have said Jonathan Majors is innocent and provably the victim here,”

    Priya Chaudhry, Majors’ attorney, told The Post in a statement.

    “Last week, for the first time, Mr. Majors met with the NYPD to present them with evidence of what really happened on that night,”

    Chaudhry added.

    “Within hours of viewing the evidence, and conducting their own thorough investigation, the NYPD found probable cause to arrest Grace Jabbari for assaulting Jonathan Majors.”

    An NYPD spokesperson declined to comment on Chaudhry’s claims, however, they did reveal that no more arrests have been made and the investigation was ongoing.

    Jabbari, 30, accused the 33-year-old Hollywood actor of attacking her three months ago leaving her with bruise marks on her head and neck, and her right hand injured. She was treated at a hospital and Majors was arrested. Initially, Majors was hit with six counts of third-degree assault, three counts of third-degree attempted assault, and two counts of harassment, reports note. He was later released from jail and the strangulation charge was dropped. However, he still faces misdemeanor charges of assault and harassment.

    According to legal filings obtained by The Post Chaudry claims a cab driver witnessed Jabbari attacking Majors on March 25. The driver allegedly saw Jabbari trying to snatch Majors phone on the way home from a bar in Brooklyn. The driver also allegedly saw a woman

    “hitting, scratching and attacking”

    Majors, who asked him to stop the car so he could get out.

    “Jonathan Majors is innocent and has not abused anyone,”

    his attorney insisted.

    “We have provided irrefutable evidence to the district attorney that the charges are false. We are confident that he will be fully exonerated.”

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?