Jay-Z Denies Sexual Assault Allegations in 2000 After-Party Lawsuit with Diddy Involving 13-Year-Old

A woman who previously sued Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging she was raped at an awards show after-party in 2000 when she was 13, amended her lawsuit on Sunday. The amendment includes a new allegation that Jay-Z was also at the party. She claims that Jay-Z participated in the sexual assault. Jay-Z Denies Allegations and Calls…

Bysimone clarkeDecember 9, 20240Comments

Business Culture-n-Politics

Mo’ Money Friday—6 Class Action Settlements No Proof of Purchase Needed!

Ready to cash in? ? These latest class action settlements mean some brands might owe you big! Whether you're into holding brands accountable or just after some extra cash, you’re in the right place. From ice cream to energy drinks, these cases involve popular products that could mean compensation, and most don't even need a…

Bysimone clarkeNovember 1, 20241Comment

Culture-n-Politics Music

Fugees Drama: Pras Accuses Lauryn Hill of “Mythical” Betrayal in Cash Grab Lawsuit

It’s been a minute since we’ve seen the Fugees together, but the latest drama between Pras Michel and Lauryn Hill is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. In a lawsuit filed in early September, Pras is accusing his former bandmate Lauryn Hill of a "mythical" betrayal that sabotaged their highly anticipated reunion tour. What…

Bysimone clarkeOctober 2, 20240Comments

Television

Mo’Nique – The Queen of Comedy Is Shooting Her First Netflix Special Post Lawsuit!

Mo'Nique is finally coming to Netflix! The legendary queen of comedy announced the great news via Strong Black Lead under Netflix's Twitter account on Tuesday, July 19th. In the video message, the Oscar and Golden Globe-winning actress and comedian shares the news that she will be creating a comedy special for Netflix, as well as…

ByNamhla LebonaJuly 20, 20220Comments

Breaking News trending

Jury Awards $4 to Family of Man Killed by Florida Deputy

The family of 30-year-old Gregory Hill, who was shot dead by a US sheriff's deputy have been awarded $4 in damages following a wrongful death lawsuit. Deputy Christopher Newman killed Gregory Hill Jr. on January 14, 2014, after a mother picking up her child at a school across the street called in a noise complaint. Newman…

BySheri-kae McLeodJune 3, 20180Comments

Beauty Fashion

Ulta Beauty is Facing Lawsuits Among Reselling Allegations

Ulta Trouble One of the country’s fastly-growing companies is facing lawsuits for health allegations. ULTA Beauty chain originated in Chicago and has quickly spread over the United States. The makeup and beauty stores sell a variety of products, ranging from bubble baths, perfume, and high-end makeup brands. The Problem Back in January, a Facebook…

ByNaosha GreggFebruary 28, 20180Comments

Business Fashion

Kim Kardashian Faces $110 million Lawsuit over LuMee Phone Case

Another day, another court case. It seems as though the Kardashians and Jenners are getting slapped with lawsuits every day now... Kim Kardashian's company Kimsaprincess is being sued by SnapLight for $110 million dollars. The lawsuit is for alleged patent infringement related to her endorsement of LuMee phone cases. According to the documents, Kim is being…

ByEndíaAugust 8, 20170Comments

Fashion

Forever 21 Slaps Gucci with a Trademark Lawsuit Before Gucci can Get Them!

Forever 21 has become infamous for infringing on major brands' trademarks. This time GUCCI has been flirting with the idea of hitting Forever 21 with a suit for using their blue, red, blue and green, red, green stripe combination which they have trademarked. And lets face it, if you know GUCCI you know they have…

ByMorgan HarrisonJuly 8, 20170Comments

Entertainment

#ICYMI: 11 Black Employees Sue Fox News For Racial Discrimination

Eleven black Fox News employees are expected to stand behind a growing discrimination lawsuit against the cable network. According to the New York Times, the additional employees are joining the suit filed by payroll manager Tichaona Brown and payroll coordinator Tabrese Wright, last month. The suit accuses Fox News comptroller, Judy Slater, of subjecting employees to…

BySheri-kae McLeodMay 3, 20170Comments

Music

Here’s Why We Won’t be Hearing Prince’s “Deliverance” EP Anytime Soon

Prince’s estate has sued, co-producer George Ian Boxill after the “unauthorized” release to new EP music. On Tuesday night, “New undiscovered Prince recordings” between 2006 and 2008 surfaced. A 6 song collection expected to release on Friday under the track title "Deliverance " was in honor of the one-year anniversary of the legendary…

ByKaidian GordonApril 21, 20170Comments

Fashion

PUMA is Suing Forever 21 Over Rihanna Fenty Creeper, Fur and Bow Slide Copycats

Rihanna dropped her new Spring 2017 collection for Fenty X PUMA back in March. Just like her other collections, everyone is completely obsessed. The spring collection includes a new take on the best-selling Fenty Creepers and Fur Slides. Also, adding a new trend we haven't seen before, the Bow Slides. S oon after release, the…

ByShannon HickersonApril 14, 20170Comments

Fashion

#ICYMI: Coachella Is Suing Urban Outfitters Over Festival Collections

Coachella is suing Urban Outfitters for using the event's name to sell apparel. Like most of their fashion competitors, Urban Outfitters and Free People sell tunics, shorts, hats and other clothing both inspired summer music festivals. But a top from Free People — the chain that, along with Anthropologie, is owned by Urban Outfitters — went a step…

BySheri-kae McLeodMarch 24, 20170Comments