Nabokov heir fights Lolita sequel parody case
Dmitri Nabokov sues over Pia Pera’s Lo's Diary claiming copyright and trademark infringement. The suit argues the Italian British edition mimics Lolita’s characters while transforming the tale, with fair use cited by the defense and Nabokov's estate seeking court action in New York federal court.
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Washington tribes reach partial gaming accord in Washington
A dozen tribes and the state reached an agreement to allow certain electronic gambling forms at tribal casinos while excluding slot machines. The proposal, submitted to the state Gambling Commission, seeks public comment before possible approval by Gov. Gary Locke. The plan does not cover card rooms or non tribal casinos.
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Family sues Swissair for 1.25 billion over Flight 111
The family of Chronoula Ikonomopoulou sues Swissair in Brooklyn federal court seeking 1.25 billion dollars, alleging the MD-11 wiring flaws caused the Nova Scotia crash that killed 229 aboard after departing JFK. Attorney says neglect and willful misconduct led to in-flight fire and deaths.
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