Gucci Mane Released From Jail

Having served nearly three weeks in jail for a probation violation, Gucci Mane was released into the free world on Thursday (May 2).
The "First Day Out" rapper was put behind bars on April 13th after allegedly hitting a clubgoer in the head at an Atlanta nightclub on March 25th.

The incident caused the 33-year-old hip-hop star to be charged with aggravated assault in addition to his probation violation. Gucci will return to court later this month.
That isn't the end of his legal woes, however. The alleged victim in the bottling incident, James Lettley, is suing the rapper. According to Lettley, he was at Harlem Nights Ultra Lounge when he came up to Gucci, telling him he was a soldier and a fan. After asking for a photo, the rapper allegedly nailed him with a bottle.
Denying any wrongdoing, Gucci's attorney Drew Findling stated, "The evidence continues to just be only the victim’s statement. In these days if somebody makes an epically prejudicial statement … or commits a violent act, it’s all over YouTube before you can pronounce YouTube. But nothing surfaced in a week after the incident.”

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Justin Bieber & Usher Sued Over Alleged Copyright Infringement

Legal woes in the entertainment industry seem to be what comes with the territory, and now Justin Bieber and Usher are the latest celebs to find themselves under the white hot spotlight.
On Thursday (May 2), performer Devin Copeland, who is also known as De Rico, and songwriter Mareio Overton filed a lawsuit against the Biebs and his mentor for $10 million.

In the documents, Copeland and Overton claim that Usher and Justin violated copyright on the Biebs' hit song, "Somebody To Love," with their same-titled song from 2008.
The suit claims that there are a number of close comparisons between the Copeland/Overton version and the teen superstar's version including chorus hook, use of chords and time signature.
According to The Wrap, the pair are seeking $10 million in damages for contributory infringement, vicarious infringement, and copyright infringement.
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Paris Hilton Drops Lawsuit Against Le Bonitas; Inks New Deal

Proving that she's not one to hold grudges Paris Hilton has dropped a lawsuit against a clothing company and instead inked a deal with them.
Back in 2011, the former reality star sued the lingerie/swimwear company for failing to make progress on a five-year deal for her own line of clothing.

Le Bonitas sued the socialite for $200,000 for allegedly neglecting to fulfill her obligations and Paris fired back, demanding $1.5 million for the company's lack of promotion.
According to TMZ, the parties have now dismissed their suits, agreeing to a brand new deal and claiming the incident is now just "water under the bridge."

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Tim McGraw Sued by Record Label for Copyright Infringement

It seems everyone wants a piece of Tim McGraw, but one recording company doesn't want to share the country crooner.
Curb Records recently filed a lawsuit alleging that the "One of Those Nights" singer and Big Machine Records infringed on its copyright.

Filed in Nashville, Tennessee, the complain claims Curb entered into an exclusive recording contract with the 46-year-old star in 1997 that has not yet expired.
However, on May 21, 2012, Big Machine entered into a recording agreement with the husband of Faith Hill, who recorded twenty songs with them.
Now, Curb is claiming ownership of all of the tunes, becuase they were made during their own contract. According to the suit, "McGraw recorded the Undelivered Masters before the expiration of the term of the Recording Agreement because the fifth Option Period Album has yet to be delivered to Curb Records. Curb Records, therefore, owns, exclusively, the Undelivered Masters, and the copyrights therein."
In addition to ownership of all the masters, the company is asking for punitive and compensatory damages from both Tim and Big Machine Records.

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Farrah Abraham Pleads Not Guilty to DUI

Though she may have just earned close to a million dollars for her sex tape, money won't save her from the law, as Farrah Abraham faces a DUI charge in Nebraska.
Appearing via her attorney on Monday (April 29), the "Teen Mom" star pled not guilty to the allegations, including aggravated DUI, refusal to take a field sobriety test, and disorderly conduct.

Back in March, the budding porn star was arrested after registering a .147 blood alcohol level, which is almost twice the legal limit.
Speaking with Dr. Phil after the incident, Farrah admitted, "Yes, I was drunk," adding, "I was not driving. I was parked...I drove around the corner and parked."
However, in an interview with TMZ Live, she stated that she was "put in a bad situation" by her sister and had a cough and couldn't use the breathalyzer properly. A trial on all charges is scheduled for May 31st.

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Katy Perry Countersues Hair Care Company for $6.5 Million

After being slapped with a multi-million dollar lawsuit from a hair care company, Katy Perry is fighting back with her own $6.5 million countersuit.
Jemella Group Limited originally sued the "Firework" singer to try to prevent her from suing them. The company was already aware that the 28-year-old songstress was claiming that they had an oral agreement to extend her original written contract.

However, they seemed to have opened the door for the action, as Katy fired back on Monday, alleging that the company "continues to use Perry's name and image on its website to promote its hair care products. ghd has failed to honor its contractual obligations to Perry, yet it continues to benefit from Perry by using her name and image without compensating her."
According to TMZ, Ms. Perry's rep said, "They're backing out of the deal because of an ownership change, and just throwing shade to hide their bad faith."

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Jenelle Evans Arrested for Assault and Heroin Posession

Perhaps wishing that her only drama was a sex tape, "Teen Mom 2" star Jenelle Evans was arrested for possession of heroin and assault on Tuesday (April 23).
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, police found 12 bindles of heroin in her possession when they showed up to respond to a reported domestic dispute.

After confiscating Percocet and illegal drug paraphernalia, the troubled young mother was arrested for assault, allegedly striking husband Courtland Rogers with furniture during an argument.
Though both denied that the drugs were theirs, both were charged with possession and Rogers was also charged with assault for allegedly hitting Jenelle on her neck and "striking her with a closed fist on her head."
Adding to her growing list of legal woes, Ms. Evans was also served with a warrant for failure to pay child support.

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Chelsea Handler on Reese Witherspoon's Arrest: It's Not a Big Deal

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She's friends with plenty of Hollywood's leading ladies, so it was no surprise that Chelsea Handler was asked for an update on Reese Witherspoon since her public arrest.
While working the media line at the E! network's annual upfronts event, the comedic funny woman told ET, "She's doing fine. She's doing fine, you know? She's just trying to protect her husband, so ... I mean, everybody makes mistakes so it's not a big deal."

Handler was of course referring to the "Sweet Home Alabama" star's recent run-in with the law last Friday (April 19) when her husband Jim Toth was pulled over for suspicion of driving intoxicated.
As previously reported by GossipCenter, Reese later made a public apology which, in part, read, "Out of respect for the ongoing legal situation, I cannot comment on everything that is being reported right now. But I do want to say, I clearly had one drink too many and I am deeply embarrassed about the things I said."

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{PHOTOS} Reese Witherspoon In Handcuffs Outside Atlanta Police Station

New footage of Reese Witherspoon's arrest hit the web this afternoon (April 23), showing the actress in handcuffs.
Just moments after the “Legally Blonde” actress spouted off at patrol officers, she was taken into custody and booked in an Atlanta-area police station for disorderly conduct.

As previously reported by GossipCenter, the 37-year-old star was arrested after her husband Jim Toth was pulled over for an alleged DUI. According to police reports, Reese was worked up and drunkenly told the officers, "You're about to find out who I am ... You are going to be on national news."
When news broke on Saturday evening (April 20), Miss Witherspoon released a statement via her rep the next day explaining her deep embarrassment, adding that she had one too many drinks.
Since the arrest, Reese cancelled multiple late show appearances to promote her new film “Mud,” and her hubby Jim is expected to enter rehab.
Stay tuned to GossipCenter for the latest on this case.


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Kim Kardashian's Divorce Trial Witness List Filed

Hoping to show that Kris Humphries was fully aware and involved in the prenuptial agreement for their marriage, Kim Kardashian lined up several witnesses to testify about it.
According to the reality diva's witness list, six people will be called to show that the NBA star was actively involved in the prenup details.

In addition to the 32-year-old mommy-to-be, Kris Jenner, two managers, one lawyer, and a court reporter who witnessed the signing of the document will all be on hand.
Meanwhile, as previously reported by GossipCenter, the busy Ms. Kardashian will be presenting at the MTV Movie Awards on Sunday, April 14th.

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