Fahmy v. Jay-Z et al

  1. December 15, 2011

    Judge Limits Damages In 'Big Pimpin' Copyright Fight

    A California federal judge last week ruled that the nephew of an Egyptian composer whose music Jay-Z sampled in "Big Pimpin'" can only try to recover damages for alleged infringement that occurred within the three years prior to his lawsuit against the rapper.

  2. August 26, 2011

    Jay-Z Seeks To Narrow 'Big Pimpin'' Sample Suit

    The nephew of an Egyptian composer who wrote music allegedly sampled in Jay-Z's hit "Big Pimpin'" should have his claims for recovery narrowed by the statute of limitations, the rapper said Thursday in a California federal court motion.

  3. May 04, 2011

    Composer's Heir Can Sue In 'Big Pimpin'' IP Suit: Judge

    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.

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