Broadcast Music, Inc. et al v. O'Malley's Sports Bar, Inc.

Filing 12

ORDER granting 11 Motion for Default Judgment. Signed by Judge Federico A. Moreno on 4/19/2018. (da00) Modified signature date on 4/20/2018 (asl).

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