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Why was Clint Black involved in lawsuits in 1992?
In March 1992, Black sued his manager, Bill Ham, for breach of contract.
What wast he breach of contract for Clint Black was involved in?
clint Black sought $2 million in damages and requested that Ham return $4 million in royalties
What was the conclusion of the lawsuit for a breach of contract clint black was involved in?
Bill Ham promptly countersued, blaming the initial lawsuit on poor advice Black received from his new personal assistant, his mother-in-law Jonni Hartman
Did Clint Black win the lawsuit?
The litigation dragged on for seven months before reaching an undisclosed settlement.

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