Celeb Legal Issues

Hip hop and R&B musician Akon has been going through hard times when it comes to baby mommas and his children. The latest story is interesting because it involves the producer/songwriter actually taking steps that lead to him paying child support.

Actor Edward Walter Furlong, who is perhaps best remembered for his roles as the young John Connor in the sci-fi blockbuster Terminator 2: Judgment Day and as a would-be white supremacist in the Oscar-nominated film American History X, was arrested...

Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee and star running back Orenthal James “O.J.” Simpson was back in a criminal courtroom on May 16th, 2013. This time, O.J.

Lindsay Lohan’s once-estranged father Michael Lohan has had to deal with allegations of being a deadbeat dad for much of his time spent in the spotlight.

Actor Terrence Howard has finally ended his 15-month-long divorce proceedings, during which he and his wife, Michelle Ghent, leveled outrageous accusations against one another and were engaged in a bitter dispute over property division, support...

Being a celebrity definitely has its perks. Many of America’s favorite stars live in opulent homes, eat the best food and buy the best clothing. However, not even their celebrity status can save some stars from judgment day.

A noted Bone Thugs-N-Harmony rapper, Layzie Bone was arrested on May 7 for failing to attend court hearings for traffic violations he received for driving without a valid license.

When it comes to real estate deals, some celebrities are more savvy than others. The following property transfers show celebrities approaching the housing market with a lot of style.
Lauren Conrad buys new mansion in upscale Brentwood, CA.

The founder of the Girls Gone Wild media empire could serve yet another stint in prison. Joseph R.

Lauryn Hill, former star of the hiphop group Fugees and famed solo artist, recently received a three-month prison sentence for tax evasion.

Life in the limelight might look glamorous, but it’s not always what it seems. Even the most treasured of celebrities can become the targets of top-dollar lawsuits and career-ending legal troubles.

After three years of marriage, actors Anna Camp and Michael Mosley are seeking a divorce. Mosley filed the petition with a Los Angeles Superior Court on April 23, 2013, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the couple’s separation.

After a disheartening season plagued by quarterback problems, the New York Jets have been busy in the 2013 off-season strengthening their offense.

On any given day, dozens of stories about America’s favorite celebrities are published in newspapers, blogs and tabloids. Unfortunately, not all of these stories are positive.

Wes Scantlin, lead singer of alternative metal band Puddle of Mudd, has been booked by law enforcement for the second time this month.

Tim Lambesis, the singer for Christian heavy metal rock group As I Lay Dying, was arrested for allegedly paying an undercover agent to kill his wife.

Lisa Bonet, who played Denise Huxtable on The Cosby Show, filed a lawsuit late last week against a Burbank, CA driver who struck her vehicle in 2011.

Celebrities tend to lead charmed lives. Yet despite their fabulous mansions and globetrotting lives, many celebrities still have to deal with high-risk lawsuits and legal problems. Here’s the roundup of last week’s celebrity lawsuit news.

Wes Scantlin, the singer and frontman for rock band Puddle of Mudd, was pulled over on May 7 for speeding through Hollywood.

Dancer and choreographer Wade Robson has declared his intent to sue the estate of Michael Jackson, saying he was molested over the course of seven years by the pop star.

Best known for her crazy relationship with Charlie Sheen and various run-ins with the law, socialite Brooke Mueller made tabloid headlines yet again this past week.

Being a celebrity isn’t always as wonderful as it seems. Each year, dozens of big-name stars are sentenced to probation or jail time. Not even fame can protect these stars from the judge’s gavel.

Two recent events in the tumultuous life of Hollywood starlet Lindsay Lohan have managed to surprise even the most jaded tabloid media outlets.

While their separation dates back to 2011, Suburgatory actress Jane Levy waited until April 16th of this year to file divorce paperwork to end her marriage to Jaime Freitas.