Law360, New York (May 04, 2011, 2:01 PM ET) -- The nephew of an Egyptian composer who wrote music allegedly sampled in the rap anthem "Big Pimpin'" has standing to pursue his copyright case against music mogul Jay-Z, Warner Music Inc. and others, a California federal judge ruled Monday.
U.S. District Judge Christina A. Snyder granted in part and denied in part a partial summary judgment bid from plaintiff Osama Ahmed Fahmy, who claims he is a co-owner of the copyright for "Khosara, Khosara," which the plaintiff says his now-deceased uncle Baligh Hamdy composed sometime in...
Composer's Heir Can Sue In 'Big Pimpin'' IP Suit: Judge
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