More sue-jitsu - or a giant suemo maneuver even? Seems like everyone and their uncle has come up with the kung fu panda idea...
California -- For the second time in under a year - see: this earlier blog post - DreamWorks Animation is being sued over the "Kung Fu Panda" movies; this time by an artist named Jayme Gordon.
Mr Gordon is claiming he created the inspiration behind the animated hit movie. A lawsuit alleges that Dreamworks and distributor Paramount copied the film from Gordon's copyrighted works, collectively titled "Kung Fu Panda Power," according to reuters.com.
Showing posts with label lawsuit. Show all posts
Showing posts with label lawsuit. Show all posts
Friday, February 18, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Summer Camp Lawsuit
Oregon -- A child nearly drowned during a children's taekwondo summer camp in 2011, and now the girl's mother is suing the Tigard organizers for "negligence" she claims allowed the incident to happen, according to oregonlive.com.
The incident occurred at a Tigard high school pool August 20, 2010. The woman has named the taekwondo association, the taekwondo school leaders and the Tigard-Tualatin Aquatic District among the responsible defendants.
The mother had reportedly told told a staff member at the school her daughter was a non-swimmer. The mother was allegedly told the activities would include safe options for non-swimmers.
The complaint alleges camp organizers were responsible for the incident after "failing to keep a proper look-out" over the 6-year-old girl while she was in the water. The mother also alleges staff members weren't properly trained to watch over her daughter.
The incident occurred at a Tigard high school pool August 20, 2010. The woman has named the taekwondo association, the taekwondo school leaders and the Tigard-Tualatin Aquatic District among the responsible defendants.
The mother had reportedly told told a staff member at the school her daughter was a non-swimmer. The mother was allegedly told the activities would include safe options for non-swimmers.
The complaint alleges camp organizers were responsible for the incident after "failing to keep a proper look-out" over the 6-year-old girl while she was in the water. The mother also alleges staff members weren't properly trained to watch over her daughter.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Sued: Combat Krav Maga
Florida -- DBA Commando Krava Maga and its founder Moni Aizik have been served with a multi-million dollar class action lawsuit for fraud, misrepresentation, unjust enrichment, fraudulent inducement, or tortious interference with business, according to pr-inside.com.
The plaintiffs claim that all of Mr Aizik's many misrepresentations has been created for the sole purpose of exaggerating his credentials in order to induce prospective students to purchase martial arts training from him.
The plaintiffs, which include his former top student and his former business partner, list a number of these alleged false claims and fake Israeli army credentials given by Mr. Azik.
The plaintiffs claim that all of Mr Aizik's many misrepresentations has been created for the sole purpose of exaggerating his credentials in order to induce prospective students to purchase martial arts training from him.
The plaintiffs, which include his former top student and his former business partner, list a number of these alleged false claims and fake Israeli army credentials given by Mr. Azik.
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
Stolen Kung Fu Panda Idea?
California -- An American tai chi master has reportedly accused the movie company DreamWorks Animation of stealing one of its most lucrative characters - the Kung Fu Panda.
The man describes himself as ... are you ready for this ... a writer-producer-teacher-philosopher, according to abcnews.go.com. He also says ... are you even ready for this ... "he pioneered the practice of tai chi, kung fu and qigong in modern medicine." No sh** Shirley...
The man is reportedly claiming in a lawsuit that he originated the idea for a movie about a "spiritual kung-fu fighting panda bear" and that he contacted the company in November 2001 and had meetings with them before they, months later, decided to make "Kung Fu Panda" without involving him.
The man describes himself as ... are you ready for this ... a writer-producer-teacher-philosopher, according to abcnews.go.com. He also says ... are you even ready for this ... "he pioneered the practice of tai chi, kung fu and qigong in modern medicine." No sh** Shirley...
The man is reportedly claiming in a lawsuit that he originated the idea for a movie about a "spiritual kung-fu fighting panda bear" and that he contacted the company in November 2001 and had meetings with them before they, months later, decided to make "Kung Fu Panda" without involving him.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Injuries, Waivers and Negligence
If you operate a martial arts school or club, and thinks a waiver will automatically protect you against a potential lawsuit if a student is injured, think again.
In B.C., Canada, a case is going to court November 23. It involves a student who was injured during in class when he was 16. Three years later, he reportedly continues to suffer from a permanent disability.
The owner of the martial arts school had sought to have the case thrown out because of a waiver that the student's mother signed when her son enrolled at the center.
However, according to a B.C. Supreme Court Justice ruling, the martial arts school was negligent by "failing to take preventative measures to ensure that injuries did not occur in the course of sparring matches by taking such measures as screening participants, instructing participants, requiring suitable protective gear or carefully supervising matches," according to bclocalnews.com
In B.C., Canada, a case is going to court November 23. It involves a student who was injured during in class when he was 16. Three years later, he reportedly continues to suffer from a permanent disability.
The owner of the martial arts school had sought to have the case thrown out because of a waiver that the student's mother signed when her son enrolled at the center.
However, according to a B.C. Supreme Court Justice ruling, the martial arts school was negligent by "failing to take preventative measures to ensure that injuries did not occur in the course of sparring matches by taking such measures as screening participants, instructing participants, requiring suitable protective gear or carefully supervising matches," according to bclocalnews.com
Friday, October 09, 2009
Brothely Love (Not)
New Zealand -- The 23-year-old taekwondo athlete who was planning to finance his 2012 London Olympics bid with the proceeds from a brothel, has been threatened with legal actions by the New Zealand Olympic Committee, according to reuters.com.
The young athlete reportedly opened a brothel with a friend in Auckland earlier this year - going public with the scheme in July.
The national Olympic Committee of New Zealand had now stated in writing that they demand he cease linking the Olympics to his business or face a lawsuit.
The young athlete reportedly opened a brothel with a friend in Auckland earlier this year - going public with the scheme in July.
The national Olympic Committee of New Zealand had now stated in writing that they demand he cease linking the Olympics to his business or face a lawsuit.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
School District Sued
Missouri -- A high school student in Blue Springs is alleging that school staff allowed MMA-type fighting after a workout with his wrestling team. The student's family is now suing the school district over alleged injuries suffered in a match, according to examiner.net.
"If kids are not trained in this kind of fighting and participate with no head gear or other equipment, serious injuries can happen," said the attorney in the case. "That is what happened here."
"If kids are not trained in this kind of fighting and participate with no head gear or other equipment, serious injuries can happen," said the attorney in the case. "That is what happened here."
Sunday, January 04, 2009
Taekwondo Club Held Responsible
Instructors and school owners beware...
Australia -- A former taekwondo club owner has failed to avoid paying half of $730,850 damages awarded to a former student who was hit by a car while training, according to news.com.au.
The accident occurred October 30, 1989. The student, eight years old at the time, participated in a class at a TKD club in Townsville. The childrens class was on a training run to a park in the suburb of Belgian Gardens.
The case has been watched closely by sports clubs and lawyers throughout Australia because of its ramifications in deciding duty of care, especially in junior sport and by motorists around children.
In 2007, Supreme Court found the victim, contributed to the accident by running on to the road. However, the court also found that even though the driver did not break any traffic rule he should have understood children's propensity to "move suddenly out on the road".
The instructor in charge should also have taken better care of the children in the group close to a busy roadway, the court ruled.
The owner-operator of the club was ruled to be responsible overall for the conduct of the classes and that he failed to ensure reasonable care was taken.
Australia -- A former taekwondo club owner has failed to avoid paying half of $730,850 damages awarded to a former student who was hit by a car while training, according to news.com.au.
The accident occurred October 30, 1989. The student, eight years old at the time, participated in a class at a TKD club in Townsville. The childrens class was on a training run to a park in the suburb of Belgian Gardens.
The case has been watched closely by sports clubs and lawyers throughout Australia because of its ramifications in deciding duty of care, especially in junior sport and by motorists around children.
In 2007, Supreme Court found the victim, contributed to the accident by running on to the road. However, the court also found that even though the driver did not break any traffic rule he should have understood children's propensity to "move suddenly out on the road".
The instructor in charge should also have taken better care of the children in the group close to a busy roadway, the court ruled.
The owner-operator of the club was ruled to be responsible overall for the conduct of the classes and that he failed to ensure reasonable care was taken.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Martial Arts Dad Sued
UK -- A brother and sister team, 27 and 30 years old, sued their own ex-Navy officer and "martial arts expert" dad after he was convicted of killing his 55-year-old wife in 2004.
The siblings want nothing to do with their evil father and it is said they have taken legal steps to avoid any further contact.
It was skull fragments found in the washing machine at their family home which eventually proved the man was a wife killer, according to sundaymail.co.uk in November.
The murderer evidently emptied his bank accounts while he was out on bail during an appeal against his jail sentence.
The siblings want nothing to do with their evil father and it is said they have taken legal steps to avoid any further contact.
It was skull fragments found in the washing machine at their family home which eventually proved the man was a wife killer, according to sundaymail.co.uk in November.
The murderer evidently emptied his bank accounts while he was out on bail during an appeal against his jail sentence.
Friday, November 28, 2008
School Owner Sued
Indiana -- Customers claim a martial arts school owner failed to give them refunds after the business closed, and now the owner is facing a civil lawsuit.
The State Attorney General has brought the action forward to the owner of the martial arts business, which had studios in Hamilton and Boone counties, according to indystar.com.
19 former customers are reportedly listed in the lawsuit and the owner is said to have used long-term contracts, ranging from $2,900 to $5,760, with them. Furthermore, many customers paid up to $2,210 in additional program fees.
According to reports, this is not the first time the studio owner has been accused of misleading customers. In 2006, the State Attorney General filed a lawsuit, and the owner agreed to refund $20,000 to Mishawaka customers.
The State Attorney General has brought the action forward to the owner of the martial arts business, which had studios in Hamilton and Boone counties, according to indystar.com.
19 former customers are reportedly listed in the lawsuit and the owner is said to have used long-term contracts, ranging from $2,900 to $5,760, with them. Furthermore, many customers paid up to $2,210 in additional program fees.
According to reports, this is not the first time the studio owner has been accused of misleading customers. In 2006, the State Attorney General filed a lawsuit, and the owner agreed to refund $20,000 to Mishawaka customers.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Liability Waivers Challenged
It seems that the use of liability waivers is being challenged in the Florida Supreme Court, according to news-press.com.
This is probably something you should look into if you are running (or plan to open up) a martial arts facility in the US!
The owner of a kenpo karate school in Fort Myers, says he is concerned with the prospect of going to court.
His dojo serves students from age 4 to adulthood. He has only seen minor bruises and injuries at his business. However, he states that if someone is seriously hurt, he shouldn't automatically become a legal target.
This is probably something you should look into if you are running (or plan to open up) a martial arts facility in the US!
The owner of a kenpo karate school in Fort Myers, says he is concerned with the prospect of going to court.
His dojo serves students from age 4 to adulthood. He has only seen minor bruises and injuries at his business. However, he states that if someone is seriously hurt, he shouldn't automatically become a legal target.
Friday, May 02, 2008
Fraud Claims Fedor
Korea -- A local sambo leader has been indicted by South Korean prosecutors for fraud after allegedly --without rights -- having used the publicity rights of famous Russian MMA fighter Fedor Emelianenko, according to koreatimes.co.kr.
A "shoddy" honey commercial that went on air on Korean cable television featuring his image is said to have triggered the lawsuit. The MMA champion sought $1.6 million in compensation from the president of the (Korean) Sambo Federation and the head of a local agency.
A "shoddy" honey commercial that went on air on Korean cable television featuring his image is said to have triggered the lawsuit. The MMA champion sought $1.6 million in compensation from the president of the (Korean) Sambo Federation and the head of a local agency.
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Victims Sue City
In New Hampshire, a civil lawsuit has been filed against the town of Newmarket, its School District and its Police Department, according to seacoastonline.com.
The law suit alleges they neglected to protect two young girls from being victimized by a sexual predator over a period of at least five years.
Both girl were reportedly victimized by their 56-year-old karate instructor, formerly of Newmarket. The man is currently serving prison time on his conviction for aggravated felonious sexual assault and child pornography.
The law suit alleges they neglected to protect two young girls from being victimized by a sexual predator over a period of at least five years.
Both girl were reportedly victimized by their 56-year-old karate instructor, formerly of Newmarket. The man is currently serving prison time on his conviction for aggravated felonious sexual assault and child pornography.
Monday, January 07, 2008
Truth Book a Lie
According to heraldtribune.com, Chuck Norris allegedly is taking on this new book titled "The Truth About Chuck Norris."
The actor claims it's a big lie (Noooo...! Are you guys saying it was all for laughs?) and that he wants to stop its distribution.
Just recently, Norris sued the publisher (Penguin Group Inc.) along with the book's creator. The lawsuit claims the good image of Chuck Norris is being spoiled by a book that depicts him as callous and unlawful, stating the book includes false "facts" that are sometimes racist and lewd.
The actor claims it's a big lie (Noooo...! Are you guys saying it was all for laughs?) and that he wants to stop its distribution.
Just recently, Norris sued the publisher (Penguin Group Inc.) along with the book's creator. The lawsuit claims the good image of Chuck Norris is being spoiled by a book that depicts him as callous and unlawful, stating the book includes false "facts" that are sometimes racist and lewd.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Teacher Sued
Canada -- A man who sued his martial arts teacher after his knee was injured while the teacher was demonstrating a move has been awarded damages of more than $155,000, according to canadianpress.google.com.
Court was told that the Campbell River man suffered a ligament tear and damage to the cartilage of his right knee as a result of pressure applied by the teacher on January 23, 2003.
Court was told that the Campbell River man suffered a ligament tear and damage to the cartilage of his right knee as a result of pressure applied by the teacher on January 23, 2003.
Monday, February 05, 2007
Brazilian sue-jitsu
For 20 years, Wallid Ismail was a winner in the brutal, fast-growing sport of mixed martial arts, building a worldwide reputation as an aggressive fighter and able businessman.
Now, he is squaring off against four former business associates in a U.S. District Court in Newark.
The Brazilian jujitsu fighter has filed suit against Pro Elite Inc., a New Jersey corporation formed to promote the sport, claiming the company's three principals and another partner broke a multimillion-dollar deal with him to mass market the sport.
Source
Now, he is squaring off against four former business associates in a U.S. District Court in Newark.
The Brazilian jujitsu fighter has filed suit against Pro Elite Inc., a New Jersey corporation formed to promote the sport, claiming the company's three principals and another partner broke a multimillion-dollar deal with him to mass market the sport.
Source
Sunday, January 14, 2007
Lawsuit lost
The grandson of Kungfu master Huo Yuanjia has lost a lawsuit against producers and distributors of Jet Li's biographical film at the Beijing First Intermediate People's Court, where the case was heard on Tuesday.
The court ruled that the film "Huo Yuanjia", or "Fearless", was an exaggerated and fictitious portrait of the late Huo, one of China's most revered martial arts masters, but contained no defamatory or libelous depictions.
Huo Shoujin, 81, Huo Yuanjia's only surviving grandson on the Chinese mainland, had said the film contained fabrications of his grandfather's life and character, and it besmirched his reputation.
Huo filed a lawsuit in March, seeking a halt to the worldwide release of the film, and a written public apology.
Source
The court ruled that the film "Huo Yuanjia", or "Fearless", was an exaggerated and fictitious portrait of the late Huo, one of China's most revered martial arts masters, but contained no defamatory or libelous depictions.
Huo Shoujin, 81, Huo Yuanjia's only surviving grandson on the Chinese mainland, had said the film contained fabrications of his grandfather's life and character, and it besmirched his reputation.
Huo filed a lawsuit in March, seeking a halt to the worldwide release of the film, and a written public apology.
Source
Monday, December 25, 2006
Kongfu doctor
Kongfu? They must be referring to King-Kong Fu - a huge gorilla style of kung fu :-)
Story:
China -- Each morning some people practice kongfu in front of a hospital in Sanmenxia, Henan Province. Not the slow-motion qigong, but martial arts. They are hospital medical staff.
As doctor-patient confrontations become more violent and bloodier, these doctors and nurses hope that being better physically prepared can help them protect themselves if necessary.
Among these people, those most in need of such training are probably the obstetrics staff, probably the most understaffed, overworked, and most vulnerable to litigation.
Source
Story:
China -- Each morning some people practice kongfu in front of a hospital in Sanmenxia, Henan Province. Not the slow-motion qigong, but martial arts. They are hospital medical staff.
As doctor-patient confrontations become more violent and bloodier, these doctors and nurses hope that being better physically prepared can help them protect themselves if necessary.
Among these people, those most in need of such training are probably the obstetrics staff, probably the most understaffed, overworked, and most vulnerable to litigation.
Source
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Failed suedo
Only in the 'Land of the great Suemo' (tip: it's not Japan), can stupid cases like this be brought to trial.
What's next - someone getting sued for making a student sweat, or messing up a student's hair? "Terrible folks, they even sweat in there - yuck!"
Story:
A woman whose nose was broken during a sparring match at a Long Island, N.Y., karate school was an experienced practitioner of the sport and had assumed the inherent risk of injury or "even death," a state judge has concluded in dismissing her lawsuit against the school and its owner.
Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice Robert W. Doyle granted summary judgment to Empire State Karate of Smithtown and its president, Joyce Santamaria, dismissing a lawsuit filed against them by Carolyn Martezian.
In his decision, the judge denied a motion for summary judgment filed by a third defendant, Ralph Bertelle.
Bertelle, an employee of the school, struck Martezian in the face during a sparring match on Sept. 25, 2003. The injury required reconstructive surgery.
Source
What's next - someone getting sued for making a student sweat, or messing up a student's hair? "Terrible folks, they even sweat in there - yuck!"
Story:
A woman whose nose was broken during a sparring match at a Long Island, N.Y., karate school was an experienced practitioner of the sport and had assumed the inherent risk of injury or "even death," a state judge has concluded in dismissing her lawsuit against the school and its owner.
Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice Robert W. Doyle granted summary judgment to Empire State Karate of Smithtown and its president, Joyce Santamaria, dismissing a lawsuit filed against them by Carolyn Martezian.
In his decision, the judge denied a motion for summary judgment filed by a third defendant, Ralph Bertelle.
Bertelle, an employee of the school, struck Martezian in the face during a sparring match on Sept. 25, 2003. The injury required reconstructive surgery.
Source
Thursday, September 21, 2006
More 'sue-do'
The case of a 56-year-old martial arts instructor convicted of sexually assaulting one of his students now has legal implications for both the town and its school district.
Both have received notices of intent to sue on behalf of the victim of the man, who taught at both the community center and at Newmarket Junior/Senior High School before he was charged last year with felonious sexual assault and child pornography involving a then-14-year-old girl.
The crimes for which he's already been sentenced occurred in the course of about a year, according to court documents, beginning in May 2004, about two weeks after the victim confided in him about some family issues. It continued until May 26, 2005, a day before the victim's mother discovered sexually explicit text messages from the man on her daughter's cell phone and notified police.
Source
Both have received notices of intent to sue on behalf of the victim of the man, who taught at both the community center and at Newmarket Junior/Senior High School before he was charged last year with felonious sexual assault and child pornography involving a then-14-year-old girl.
The crimes for which he's already been sentenced occurred in the course of about a year, according to court documents, beginning in May 2004, about two weeks after the victim confided in him about some family issues. It continued until May 26, 2005, a day before the victim's mother discovered sexually explicit text messages from the man on her daughter's cell phone and notified police.
Source
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