The Artful Jurist

Actor Nicolas Cage has suffered a legal setback in his lawsuit against his former business manager, Samuel J. Levin.  Mr. Cage’s suit was dismissed by the court this week.  A counterclaim by Mr. Levin was also dismissed.

An Associated Press story states that the heart of the controversy is Mr. Cage’s claim that Mr. Levin mismanaged the actor’s affairs, leading to a serious financial collapse for Mr. Cage.  The suit sought damages of $20 million.  Mr. Levin countersued for unpaid fees, and, according to the A.P., claims Mr. Cage simply didn’t listen to his business manager’s advice.