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Former Label Sues Tim McGraw for Copyright Infringement

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:00:04 +0000

In the latest round of a bitter legal battle stretching back several years, Curb Records has filed a new legal complaint against Tim McGraw for copyright infringement. According to the Tennessean, the action — which was filed Monday (April 29) — claims that McGraw was still under contract to Curb when he recorded the songs [...]

Garth Brooks Receives $1 Million in Hospital Case

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:36:10 +0000

Garth Brooks was awarded $1 million in his lawsuit against a hospital in his native Oklahoma. The lawsuit came about to due a dispute over a donation in exchange for naming a wing of the facility after his late mother. Even though Brooks likely doesn’t need the money as one of the most successful country stars ever, it was a matter of principle for him — and the jury agreed. The $1 million includes his original donation, plus punitive damages, according to Reuters.

Passenger Sues Continental Airlines for Severely Turbulent Flight [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:48:12 +0000

A Texas woman has decided to sue Continental Airlines and three other air carriers for mental trauma she endured during a particularly hellish flight. What, did she have to sit through ‘The Smurfs’ on the in-flight movie? Colleen O’Neal alleges that a flight to Houston took off despite reports of severe weather. During the 20-minute trip, [...]

Tim McGraw and Curb Records Schedule Court Date

Billy Dukes — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:36:08 +0000

While the dispute between Tim McGraw and his record label, Curb Records, won’t be settled until next summer at the earliest, a November hearing will decide if the singer can record new music in the interim. The November 29 hearing will “first make a final determination on whether or not Curb is entitled to prevent [...]

Tim McGraw Sued For Breach Of Contract By His Record Company

Danny Merrell — Tue, 17 May 2011 20:47:14 +0000

I don't think anyone in the music industry is surprised by this one.

It's been long known that Tim McGraw has no love loss for Curb Records. Even though he signed a contract with them many moons ago, Tim has stated in no uncertain terms that he doesn't feel like he nor his fans are getting a fair deal from them.

McGraw has said that he just wants to fulfill his obligation to Curb and then move on to a new company -- that may have just gotten a little tougher.