Judge Dismisses Madonna Late Concert Lawsuit as Live Nation Seeks Legal Fees and Sanctions
A federal judge has officially dismissed a lawsuit against Madonna and Live Nation regarding late concert start times, though the case may have additional consequences for the plaintiffs.
The dismissal comes after a series of legal exchanges between the parties. While the plaintiffs initially filed a notice claiming a settlement had been reached, Live Nation's legal team quickly contested this claim, stating no such agreement existed.
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The plaintiffs subsequently submitted a notice of voluntary dismissal with prejudice, suggesting each party would "bear its own fees and costs." However, Live Nation's attorneys strongly opposed this position, characterizing the lawsuit as a "frivolous strike suit" designed to force unnecessary legal expenses.
In their response, Live Nation's legal team explicitly reserved "the right to move for sanctions, attorneys' fees, and costs." The judge's final dismissal order notably retained the court's right to impose sanctions on the plaintiffs.
A similar lawsuit involving related attorneys continues in Washington, D.C., though this primary case has now concluded. The outcome emphasizes the potential risks of filing lawsuits that could be deemed frivolous, as plaintiffs may face significant financial consequences even after voluntary dismissal.
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