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Dolly Parton Estate Battle, Jay-Z Accuser Recants, Sam Smith Ruling & More Top Music Law News

In this week's Legal Beat newsletter, Dolly Parton's estate sues her nephew, Jay-Z gets exonerated, Sam Smith faces a copyright trial and much more.

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Dolly Parton’s estate has filed a lawsuit against her nephew, sparking a family dispute that began a month after the singer’s death. The suit follows Parton’s own remarks about arranging her affairs to avoid post‑death conflicts. In other legal news, Jay‑Z has been cleared of allegations that had previously threatened his reputation. Meanwhile, singer Sam Smith is set to face a copyright trial over disputed songwriting claims. These cases highlight ongoing legal battles within the music industry.

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