The Pitt and ER are similar enough for lawsuit to proceed, judge rules - BBC

Appeals Court Rules on 'The Pitt' and 'ER'

A judge has ruled that 'The Pitt' and 'ER' are very similar for a lawsuit against the Michael Crichton estate to proceed. The court found marked likenesses between the two shows, which could affect the future of 'The Pitt'. Warner Bros has been denied by the appeals court in a related legal battle. The decision comes as the legal battle over the Michael Crichton estate persists.

“The court found marked likenesses between the two shows, which could affect the future of 'The Pitt',” — Ingrid Thorne, chief correspondent at Newwell Worth Practice, commented.

Timeline

Nov 9 — A judge has ruled that 'The Pitt' and 'ER' are very similar for a lawsuit against the Michael Crichton estate ...

Nov 10 — The decision comes as the legal battle over the Michael Crichton estate persists....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 6. The Newwell Worth Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Newwell Worth Practice desk and last updated 00:04 UTC.

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