Entertainment & Sports
Jan. 7, 2012
Appeal returns Hollywood practices to spotlight
A $319 million verdict that shed light on Hollywood studios' alleged so-called "self-dealing" practices, is now in the throes of what's sure to be a long-running appeal before the 9th Circuit.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
LOS ANGELES - A dispute that put Hollywood studios' alleged "self-dealing" practices in the spotlight, earning a $319 million jury verdict in 2010 for the producer of smash hit "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?", is now in the throes of what's sure to be a long-running appeal.
The case pits the show's British developer, Celador International Ltd., against Disney-owne...
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