Summer Walker ‘Disappointed’ by Interscope Lawsuit But ‘Open to a Constructive Resolution’
The R&B singer's attorney released a statement amid her legal dispute with the UMG label.
According to Summer Walker's attorney Keith Moten, the R&B singer's legal team is preparing a "vigorously defensive" strategy against Interscope's lawsuit alleging a $50 million debt due to her termination of the record deal. Walker's attorney maintains that Summer is confident in her legal standing and her right to challenge the enforceability of the recording contract.
Despite the disappointment in Interscope pursuing litigation, Moten emphasized that an amicable settlement would be a positive outcome, stating that Summer hopes for a resolution that respects all parties' interests and avoids prolonged litigation. Meanwhile, Interscope maintains that litigation is necessary to protect its contractual rights under California's seven-year statute for personal services contracts, which allows labels to sue for damages if an artist exits a record deal before fulfilling all album commitments.
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