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MaDalton 01-24-2012 05:39 AM

MegaUpload Loses Top Lawyer After ?Outside? Pressure
 
oooops...

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A few days after top lawyer Robert Bennett announced he would defend MegaUpload vigorously in their upcoming trial, he has been forced to withdraw from the case. A source says that this drastic decision was made because the case conflicts with the interests of another client of Bennett?s law firm Hogan Lovells. It doesn?t take a rocket scientist to conclude that the pressure most likely came from the entertainment industry.
http://torrentfreak.com/megauploads-...essure-120123/

here's the next problem for file locker owners once arrested - find a lawyer that gives a shit about Hollywood :)

GetSCORECash 01-24-2012 05:44 AM

ohh No! :)

lucas131 01-24-2012 05:51 AM

pirate have to defend himself

http://beta.images.theglobeandmail.c...365611cl-8.jpg

"what they want from me? why i am here?"

man, it will be hard ...

Dirty Dane 01-24-2012 05:53 AM

They should hire gideongallery. :2 cents:

Operator 01-24-2012 07:01 AM

Well he is clearly not ready for live sex

xato 01-24-2012 07:26 AM

That for sure is bad news for Mister Megaupload Kim.

cooldude7 01-24-2012 07:29 AM

sucks., now he will be going for long term..

DWB 01-24-2012 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Dirty Dane (Post 18707837)
They should hire gideongallery. :2 cents:

QFT :2 cents:

This is his calling, right now, today. It's now or never for gideon galbladder.

Fletch XXX 01-24-2012 07:49 AM

wait are you people actively going against due process?

just because you dont like him, doesnt mean he doesnt deserve fair trial. sorry to those in other countries but our country has courts.

as i said, witch burners.....

Failed 01-24-2012 07:50 AM

Obviously no one cares what happens to this man, and neither do I. But, are lawyers allowed to quit after they've agreed to represent someone? I know you could fire a lawyer, I was unsure if it was the other way around also.

IllTestYourGirls 01-24-2012 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Failed (Post 18708087)
Obviously no one cares what happens to this man, and neither do I. But, are lawyers allowed to quit after they've agreed to represent someone? I know you could fire a lawyer, I was unsure if it was the other way around also.

Yes they can it is called recusal and it takes place because there is a conflict of interest that arises or the client lied to the lawyer, things like that.

Failed 01-24-2012 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by IllTestYourGirls (Post 18708103)
Yes they can it is called recusal and it takes place because there is a conflict of interest that arises or the client lied to the lawyer, things like that.

Thank you for the information. I learned something new today and it's still before noon. :thumbsup

nico-t 01-24-2012 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fletch XXX (Post 18708082)
wait are you people actively going against due process?

just because you dont like him, doesnt mean he doesnt deserve fair trial. sorry to those in other countries but our country has courts.

as i said, witch burners.....

retards here think this is good but dont realise nobody gives a fuck about porn piracy. It's billion dollar companies who have power everywhere and want to maintain that power. That's what's happening here.

Fletch XXX 01-24-2012 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by nico-t (Post 18708129)
retards here think this is good but dont realise nobody gives a fuck about porn piracy. It's billion dollar companies who have power everywhere and want to maintain that power. That's what's happening here.

exactly. the MPAA is now harming artists who are not even in the US and are not even on record labels and self promote.

I frequent (almost nightly) blogs dedicated to self promotion of bands, and their links are all dead now... the fact is they want to stomp out self promoting bands and force you to buy their crap.

I dont download metallica, but i sure as fuck download metal from russia etc,... and theres absolutely no reason why bands in Norway and the like should be affected by MPAA bullshit. in fact, thats how I find a lot opf bands Id never hear of any other way,... fucking hate hollywood and mainstream music.

i do not listen to it or watch it.

thanksfully many are still up, but will they be in a month? hopefully because they are not breaking laws, fucking witch burners

signupdamnit 01-24-2012 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nico-t (Post 18708129)
retards here think this is good but dont realise nobody gives a fuck about porn piracy. It's billion dollar companies who have power everywhere and want to maintain that power. That's what's happening here.

The MU porn domains went down too. They didn't leave them up. You can say what you want but porn in theory has the same protections. Especially if some big players pushed the matter. Copyrights are copyrights. US law does not work that if someone works in porn it is open season on them and they have no legal protections or rights. Now don't expect Congress to go to bat just for you though.

sperbonzo 01-24-2012 08:17 AM

Even accused murderers and child rapists deserve a fair trial....


I'm not on the side of megaupload at ALL, but I'm just sayin....




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MaDalton 01-24-2012 08:34 AM

who said they dont deserve a fair trial?

the incident only shows how far reaching the interests of some groups are

Tom_PM 01-24-2012 08:36 AM

Thats kind of ironic.. his own lawyer probably represents someone who he is accused if infringing on.

GetSCORECash 01-24-2012 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by PR_Tom (Post 18708228)
Thats kind of ironic.. his own lawyer probably represents someone who he is accused if infringing on.

Conflict of interest.

nico-t 01-24-2012 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by signupdamnit (Post 18708156)
The MU porn domains went down too. They didn't leave them up. You can say what you want but porn in theory has the same protections. Especially if some big players pushed the matter. Copyrights are copyrights. US law does not work that if someone works in porn it is open season on them and they have no legal protections or rights. Now don't expect Congress to go to bat just for you though.

yes ofcourse, im not denying that. But it's not the reason they are doing this, it's a side effect.

Here's a comparison. The tax on tobacco constantly gets raised, here in holland every couple of months. The government knows it doesnt prevent people from smoking: It's 100% money related. But the people against smoking think it's a good thing because smoking is bad for you. These people don't (want to) see the fact that the only reason the gov does this is to get more money, they dont give a fuck about health.

It's not a reason, it's a convenient excuse for the masses.

Tom_PM 01-24-2012 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GetSCORECash (Post 18708229)
Conflict of interest.

I understand the conflict. Isn't it also ironic? Or maybe just simple poetic justice. Or like a big fat "I told you so", lol.

Barry-xlovecam 01-24-2012 09:19 AM

I read it was a conflict of interest issue -- Bennett's firm represents clients that might be damaged parties in this case but who knows ...

Due 01-24-2012 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaDalton (Post 18708222)
who said they dont deserve a fair trial?

the incident only shows how far reaching the interests of some groups are

Keep all the top law firms on a retainer and they can't represent anyone you don't like or who fights for other interests than your own. :1orglaugh

If you wanna sue someone, pick a small city with 5 lawyers or so and then hire all of them :winkwink:

pimpmaster9000 01-24-2012 09:46 AM

My advice to the big "file sharing" companies and anybody else who thinks he will keep making $$$ long term from "sharing": Buy a big tub of Vaseline :2 cents:

bronco67 01-24-2012 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by lucas131 (Post 18707830)

"what you in for?"

"murder. How about you?"

"I facilitated the downloading of Twilight movies".

Paul Markham 01-24-2012 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fletch XXX (Post 18708142)
exactly. the MPAA is now harming artists who are not even in the US and are not even on record labels and self promote.

I frequent (almost nightly) blogs dedicated to self promotion of bands, and their links are all dead now... the fact is they want to stomp out self promoting bands and force you to buy their crap.

I dont download metallica, but i sure as fuck download metal from russia etc,... and theres absolutely no reason why bands in Norway and the like should be affected by MPAA bullshit. in fact, thats how I find a lot opf bands Id never hear of any other way,... fucking hate hollywood and mainstream music.

i do not listen to it or watch it.

thanksfully many are still up, but will they be in a month? hopefully because they are not breaking laws, fucking witch burners

So open a site purely for Musicians to upload their music and fans to download it and sell ad space. Golden opportunity here waiting for you.

Once the other 499 pirasites are brought down. :Oh crap

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Originally Posted by sperbonzo (Post 18708175)
Even accused murderers and child rapists deserve a fair trial....

Like OJ? The best lawyers have a better chance. I hope he gets the Public Defender. :thumbsup

http://beta.images.theglobeandmail.c...365611cl-8.jpg

"I'm fucked now"

"It's going to be hard times ahead"

"Bubba said so"

selena 01-24-2012 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sperbonzo (Post 18708175)
Even accused murderers and child rapists deserve a fair trial....


I'm not on the side of megaupload at ALL, but I'm just sayin....




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What does a fair trial have to do with a conflict of interest due to clients his firm is already representing?

L-Pink 01-24-2012 10:24 AM

Why can't he just time shift an attorney?

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selena 01-24-2012 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by L-Pink (Post 18708562)
Why can't he just time shift an attorney?

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:1orglaugh:1orglaugh:1orglaugh

seeandsee 01-24-2012 10:39 AM

he could reupload that attorney :)

Phoenix 01-24-2012 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Due (Post 18708446)
Keep all the top law firms on a retainer and they can't represent anyone you don't like or who fights for other interests than your own. :1orglaugh

If you wanna sue someone, pick a small city with 5 lawyers or so and then hire all of them :winkwink:

this:pimp

INever 01-24-2012 10:51 AM

Bands who want to self promote can host their own MP3, no need for filelockers...

CaptainHowdy 01-24-2012 10:58 AM

I'm stepping down from this thread ...

Biggie Smalls Web Writing 01-24-2012 11:10 AM

Conspiracy man..

Captain Kawaii 01-24-2012 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by L-Pink (Post 18708562)
Why can't he just time shift an attorney?

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He needs to call in "Sliders" - Maybe they can find an attorney from 19th century or something. He'll need to catch up but he'll be a good lawyer. Yeah, sure, sure. lol.

nikki99 01-24-2012 01:43 PM

I hope he lose some weight

jimmy-3-way 01-24-2012 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paul Markham (Post 18708528)

"I'm fucked now"

"It's going to be hard times ahead"

"Bubba said so"

He's 6'7" and 350 lbs. I would love to see the inmate that makes a bitch of this guy.

V_RocKs 01-24-2012 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucas131 (Post 18707830)
pirate have to defend himself

http://beta.images.theglobeandmail.c...365611cl-8.jpg

"what they want from me? why i am here?"

man, it will be hard ...

Important note to all rich people:

If you look like the typical dipshit when taking a booking photo you should probably avoid breaking the law. If you look cool even when wearing a bright orange jumpsuit you can probably beat the rap just because you are... well... cool.

V_RocKs 01-24-2012 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmy-3-way (Post 18709300)
He's 6'7" and 350 lbs. I would love to see the inmate that makes a bitch of this guy.

Have you heard him speak?

SZNY 01-24-2012 05:03 PM

Don't worry too much about MrDotCom, this will be a interesting case, where are the borders. If they are proven guilty then the rest is also fucked


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