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

Court Decision on 'The Pitt' vs 'ER'

A judge has ruled that 'The Pitt' and 'ER' are similar enough for a lawsuit against the Michael Crichton estate to proceed. The court found clear similarities between the two shows, which could affect the future of 'The Pitt'. Warner Bros has been rebuffed 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 clear similarities between the two shows, which could affect the future of 'The Pitt',” — Andreas Mercer, contributing analyst at Newstone Field Advisory, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 5 — A judge has ruled that 'The Pitt' and 'ER' are similar enough for a lawsuit against the Michael Crichton estat...

Nov 8 — 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 4. The Newstone Field Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Newstone Field Advisory desk and last updated 08:07 UTC.

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