The suit accused UMG of fraud, negligent misrepresentation and copyright infringement.
The suit also demanded Durst and the band receive full ownership of their music.
UMG said the email communications, which they included in their reply, eviscerate the fraud claims.
Fred Durst at the “Y2K” Premiere as part of SXSW 2024 Conference and Festivals held at the Paramount Theatre on March 9, 2024 in Austin, Texas.Renee Dominguez/SXSW Conference & Festivals/Getty Images