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Universal Music Group fires off at Drake in petition dismissal request
Drake’s legal dispute with Universal Music Group (UMG) continues to intensify. In a 144-page document submitted to Bexar County, Texas, on Thursday (Jan. 23), the music giant asked a court to dismiss the pre-action petition the rapper filed against them in November 2024.
Universal Music Group Wants Drake’s Second Pre-Action Petition To Be Tossed Out
Universal Music Group is looking to have Drake’s pre-action petition in Texas dismissed. On Thursday (Jan. 23), the record company submitted a 144-page motion to throw out the case, which they claim was filed in the wrong state in the first place.
Universal Music claims 'lack of evidence' amid Drake's petition
Universal Music Group claims that Drake has a "lack of evidence" to support his claim that the company botch "Not Like Us" streams.
Drake files federal lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar diss
Drake suing Universal Music Group in federal court after accusing the music label of a "scheme" around Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us."
Drake Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Universal Music Group for Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us”
Not only are these claims untrue, but the notion that we would seek to harm the reputation of any artist — let alone Drake — is illogical."
Jim Jones Defends Drake’s Lawsuit Against Universal Music Group
We are not even a month into 2025 and Jim Jones keeps going viral. He says he sees nothing wrong with Drake suing Universal Music Group.
Universal Music hits back; files motion to dismiss Drake’s Texas petition over ‘Not Like Us’ claims
Universal Music Group (UMG) has filed a motion to dismiss Drake’s petition for a pre-suit deposition in Bexar County, Texas.
Drake Officially Sues Universal Music Group Over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us”
One day after dropping his pre-action petition against Universal Music Group, Drake has officially sued the label over Kendrick Lamar diss record, “Not Like Us.”
Universal Music Files Motion To dismiss Drake’s ‘Not Like Us’ Petition, Citing Insufficient Evidence
Drake made some serious legal moves last year, hitting Universal Music Group and Spotify with one petition, then going solo on another just against UMG in Texas. He pulled back on the first petition to gear up for a full-on lawsuit,
UMG seeks dismissal of Drake’s pre-suit filing in Texas
Univeral Music Group (UMG) has filed a counterclaim against its biggest star, Drake, seeking to dismiss Drizzy's pre-suit deposition in Texas.
UMG Demands Dismissal Of Drake’s “Not Like Us” Legal Petition In Texas
UMG’s motion to dismiss argues that Drake’s lack of direct evidence towards his “Not Like Us” defamation and payola claims warrant a dismissal of the petition. “Because [Drake’s] petition is related to and was filed in response to UMG’s protected free speech,
Spotify, Universal Music Group Strike Multi-Year Deal
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Universal Music Group Slams Drake’s Lawsuit ‘Illogical’ and Calls Out His Rap Battle History
According to TMZ Hip-Hop, the suit addresses Universal releasing and promoting Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” The suit ...
Universal Music Slams Drake’s ‘Illogical’ Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’
Universal Music Group has posted a fiery response to Drake’s lawsuit around Kendrick Lamar’s brutal diss track, “Not Like Us, ...