The Estate of Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Mo3 Wins Big in Jury Verdict for Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Former Sound Engineer
- On May 13, 2025, in Dallas, the Estate of multi-platinum artist Mo3 won a lawsuit against Ray Gene Bollin, Jr., owner of Absolut Production Recording Studios.
- The lawsuit alleged unauthorized use of intellectual property, wrongful possession, and interference with contractual relationships after Bollin claimed joint ownership of Mo3's vocal tracks, but the jury dismissed these assertions.
- The week-long trial ended with a verdict affirming Mo3's sole ownership of his vocal recordings and ordering cancellation of Bollin's copyright registrations.
- The judgment awards monetary damages to the Estate, preserving Mo3's artistic legacy to benefit his three minor children, while highlighting the fight against unauthorized industry claims.
- The Estate credited its trial team and distribution partner Empire Records for their support, vowing to continue honoring Mo3's memory and ensuring his music inspires audiences worldwide.
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The Estate of Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Mo3 Wins Big in Jury Verdict for Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Former Sound Engineer
DALLAS, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Estate of Melvin Noble, Jr., known globally as the multi-platinum recording artist Mo3, secured a significant victory in a lawsuit against former sound engineer, Ray Gene Bollin, Jr., doing business as Absolut Production…
Court Sides with Mo3’s Estate in Copyright Lawsuit Against Sound Engineer
Dallas, May 15, 2025 — The Estate of Mo3 (Melvin Noble, Jr.) emerged victorious in a copyright lawsuit against former collaborator Ray Gene Bollin, Jr., with a jury ruling in favor of the Estate on all claims. Held in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, the trial addressed issues of copyright infringement, conversion, and tortious interference. After only two hours of deliberation, the jury upheld Mo3’s exclusive ownership…
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