Michael Jackson's Legal Issues

After Michael Jackson settled his legal issues with Prince Abdullah, I can CONFIRM that the King of Pop has NO MORE major ongoing court cases!

Two cases out of the five left are already dismissed, but Jackson's lawyer filed his briefs. One case had no updates in the past one year, the two others are harmless.

Michael Jackson is a wealthy and famous person, and will be the target of such cases as other celebrities are. But Jackson's recent court cases are far from dangerous, especially if we compare them to previous years.

Below you may see an overview of Jackson's ongoing court cases:

Plaintiff: Ola Ray
Defendant: Michael Joe Jackson, Optimum Productions Inc., Marshall Gelfand, John Branca
Filing date: 14/04/2008
Last hearing on 10/02/2008
Case type: Alleged breach of contract.

Plaintiff: Marc F. Schaffel
Defendant: Michael Joe Jackson, Fire Mountain Services LLC, MJJ Productions Inc.
Filing date: 11/16/2004
Status: Already dismissed, but Michael's lawyer filed his brief, next hearing on 12/22/2008
Case type: Alleged breach of contract.

Plaintiff: Ayscough & Marrar
Defendant: Michael Joe Jackson, MJJ Productions Inc., Fire Mountain Services LLC
Filing date: 02/21/2006
Status: Already dismissed, but Michael's lawyer filed his brief, next hearing on 12/10/2008
Case type: Alleged unpaid bills.

Plaintiff: Sylvester Johnson
Defendant: Michael Joe Jackson, Will Smith, Tupac Shakur, etc
Filing date: n/a
Next hearing: n/a
Case type: Alleged copyright infrigment.

Plaintiff: Roberto Hernandez
Defendant: Michael Joe Jackson, Muhammad Basheer, Jackson International LLC
Filing date: 08/22/2007
Next hearing: Nothing happened since 08/27/2007
Case type: Alleged assault and battery.

Jackson Repaid Another Loan

Despite his recent legal issues with the Bahrain Prince, Michael Jackson just repaid a $2.5 million loan to City National Bank (CA).

Jackson took the money in 1993 right after the first allegations. The two parties agreed to enter into a copyright and mortage security agreement.

Since Jackson just repaid the loan the agreement has been terminated, and the titles of 1503 songs from the MiJac catalouge been transferred back to the star.

New Official Megaposter?

This item has been released several days ago in the UK:

"This amazing, and extremely noble poster (almost 1 meter high!) is pure pop majesty! It features the biggest selling albums in music history, and probably the best pop music albums ever - everybody knows Michael Jackson and his music, and this is the poster to accompany the 50th birthday of Michael Jackson and the ultimate restrospective of a remarkable career and music history. Great quality, glossy, a must have!! A true eye-catcher!"

Al-Khalifa v Jackson Case Still Active

The next hearing in the Al-Khalifa v Jackson case will be held on November 17, 2008.

Rare The Jacksons Footage

Rare footage from this year's BMI Music Awards about The Jacksons:
http://www.itnsource.com/shotlist//RTV/2008/09/11/RTV3061408/?s=michael+jackson

Helen-Harris Scott's Case Closed Down

According to the official court papers, Helen-Harris Scott's case has been closed down last week.

No more information is available at the moment.

New King Of Pop Website

Read more about the Polish King of Pop album on their new official website:
www.kingofpop.pl

As well you may check out the new Swedish TV AD for the album:
www.kingofpop.se

Michael Jackson Receiving $25.000

A Las Vegas judge ordered to release the trust bond both for Michael ($25.000) and Janet ($500) Jackson this week.

As well the Jacksons received their remaining properties.

Michael Jackson in "Numéro Tokyo"

"Numéro Tokyo" magazine will celebrate it's 20th anniversary next month. The special issue will pay tribute to Michael Jackson as well for his 50th birthday.

In other news:
It's been announced that the Janapese "King of Pop" album has been sold in more then 50.000 copies!

Michael Jackson In BMR Again

Michael Jackson will appear in the November issue of the famous Japanese music magazine "BMR". Above you may see the related pages:

Prince Abdullah Case Update

Recent updates about the Bahrain case:

David Waldron was recently instructed to defend Michael Jackson in this significant case brought by a member of the Bahrain royal family.

New Official Michael Jackson Calendar for 2009

New Official Michael Jackson Calendar for 2009:

Another New Jackson Company

Michael Jackson just established another company. This new entity has been registered in Nevada under the "MJJ Legacy LLC" name.

Katherine Jackson is in the company as well. Based on the other Jackson company structures, it seems that MJJL will more likely handle the pop legend's business and financial affairs.

New Dangerous Box Set

Sony BMG will release a new Michael Jackson box set this September. The brand new release will contain the original Dangerous album plus the "Dangerous - The Short Films" DVD.

More Japanese Merchandises

More surprises for the Japanase fans: offivial T-shirt, accessories, badges, etc.

Neverland Updates On The Way

There are some recent updates around Neverland Valley Ranch related to Michael Jackson's $24 million loan.

No further details are known yet.

First Michael Jackson Phone Pictures

The new Michael Jackson phones has been finally revealed! Above you may see the first pictures.

The device is available in Japan only.

New Michael Jackson Company

Michael Jackson has established a new entity this August called MJJ Kingdom LLC.

This new company is related to his musical activities.

No further information is available at the moment.

New Michael Jackson Christmas Box Set

Another exclusive information:

A new Michael Jackson "Christmas Box Set" will be released this October accross Europe!

More information to come soon...

Ola Ray sued Michael Jackson

Again.

In a pro se claim in Sacramento Federal Court, Ola Ray claims Michael Jackson, Optimum Productions and others owe her money for appearing as Jackson's girlfriend in the video for "Thriller."

Other defendants are: John G. Branca and Marshall Gelfan.

Ray once lost her case against Jackson.