Overview

• A California appeals court has granted CBS a temporary stay, allowing it to retain distribution rights for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' for now.
• This decision halts an April 10 ruling by the Los Angeles Superior Court, which had favored Sony's move to take over distribution.
• Sony has until April 28 to file opposition to CBS's petition, with CBS required to reply by May 9, leaving the dispute unresolved for at least a month.
• The legal battle stems from Sony's October lawsuit alleging CBS breached contracts through below-market licensing and unauthorized overseas deals, while CBS claims perpetual distribution rights.
• The shows have been distributed under agreements dating back to 1982, making them among the most lucrative syndicated properties in television.