TMZ reported the following news yesterday accompanied with video footage of Paris Hilton’s arrest: “According to police, Paris was the passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over outside the Wynn Hotel. The driver was …
Mary J. Blige & Keri Hilson Sued for #Copyright Infringement on ‘Take Me As I Am.’
I have covered copyright infringement suits on the blog. Here is a story regarding two celebrities Keri Hilson and Mary J. Blige who have been sued for copyright infringement. Pay attention to the damages sought …
Mos Def and J.Lo Sued for Cancellation of Concerts #Breach of Contract, #Performance Agreements
I predict, very soon, lawsuits in the USA will become a norm within the African community for cancellation of concerts. There are way too many “promoters” trying to do shows in the USA to promote …
T.I Sued for ‘AKOO’ Trademark Infringement
Akoo International, a social music television network, has filed suit against T.I. and his A.K.O.O. Clothing label which T.I says means ‘A King of One Self’ over an alleged trademark infringement. The suit filed in …
IDPPPA: Introducing the Innovative Design Protection and Piracy Prevention Act #Copyright Law
My fashion law colleague Susan Scafidi of Counterfeitchic and also the woman behind the first ever fashion law institute, Fordham Law, in the USA is busy preparing for the inaugural launch party for the law …
#Fantasia Barrino, Legal Woes & Triumps VH1 Special
By now you must have heard of Fantasia Barrino’s attempted suicide. Thankfully, it failed. The music star speaks candidly with VH1 about her life, legal woes and triumphs. The clip is very instructive for those …
Advanced #Social Media Strategies for Retailers Moderated by Staci Riordan
Fashion law colleague Staci Riordan is back from the Magic show and here is the video that emerged from the panel. The principles discussed apply whether you own a fashion, film or music business. Enjoy. …
I Will Host the Red Carpet at the 2010 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, USA
When I returned to the USA in 1991, it used to be a GREAT thing when Americans discovered that I was Nigerian. There would be an initial pause followed by, “Oh my friend, neighbor, brother-in-law, …
About FASHIONENTLAW: Legal Counsel for Fashion, Entertainment, and Creative Industries
UPDATED : June 17, 2025 FASHIONENTLAW is a boutique law firm led by attorney Uduak Oduok, Esq., providing legal representation to fashion, entertainment, and creative industry professionals. Based in Sacramento, California, the firm has earned …
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Testifies in Charles Taylor Blood Diamond Trial #Witness Testimony
My favorite part of the day has got to be the opportunity to de-stress and just get into the legal musings on the current happenings in the fashion and entertainment industry. Love it! Hope you …