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Supreme Court Rules on Copyright Fee Shifting
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JUNE 16, 2016
The decision is likely to be cited in most future copyright cases. The Business Business THR Online Copyrightread more. THR, Esq.
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Judge Rules KickassTorrents Founder Properly Charged With Criminal Copyright Conspiracy
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
AUGUST 4, 2017
Artem Vaulin, awaiting extradition from Poland, can't convince the judge he's being charged with something — secondary copyright infringement — that's not a crime.
Beyonce Can't Dodge "Formation" Copyright Lawsuit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JULY 26, 2017
It's premature to rule that Messy Mya's heir doesn't have a plausible claim, the court held. read more. THR, Esq. Music Music THR Online Beyonce
"Blurred Lines" Appeal Brief Says Artists Can't Copyright a Groove
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
APRIL 26, 2017
"A 'groove' or 'feeling' cannot be copyrighted, and inspiration is not copying." read more. THR, Esq. Music Music THR Online
Is copyright getting tougher? – Episode 78
Gordon P. Firemark
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
Is it harder to register a Copyright now? The post Is copyright getting tougher? The Latest episode of my Entertainment Law podcast, Entertainment Law Update , is now available for your enjoyment. Listen here, or subscribe and download in your favorite podcast listening app.
7 big benefits of registering your copyrights early.
Gordon P. Firemark
JANUARY 6, 2015
Copyright Registration should happen within 3 months after a work is first published. These benefits are, in fact, so significant, that we recommend content owners establish a practice of registering copyrights, long before any infringement occurs or litigation is anticipated.
Asked and Answered: Copyright Renewals
Gordon P. Firemark
JANUARY 29, 2015
In this Asked & Answered video, I answer a question about whether you need to renew copyright. A reader wrote in with a question about copyrights needing to be renewed. I’ll answer the renewal question, and explain how copyright duration works, in just a moment.
'Empire' Beats "Gangsta Pimp's" $10M Copyright Suit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JULY 28, 2016
Pimpin' ain't easy, and neither is winning a copyright lawsuit against a major network. read more. THR, Esq. Television Television THR Online Empire
Is Copyright Registration Required Before Licensing – Entertainment Law Asked & Answered
Gordon P. Firemark
FEBRUARY 12, 2016
Does a song have to be registered with the copyright office before you can obtain a license to use it in your film or other project? You don’t need to have a registration to own a copyright, or to do anything with the copyrighted work. AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com.
CBS Beats Lawsuit Over Pre-1972 Songs With Bold Copyright Argument
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JUNE 1, 2016
A judge determines that remastered versions of old songs get copyright — and owners of the originals can't stop the public performance of them. read more. THR, Esq. The Business Music Business THR Online
Spotify Hit With Two Lawsuits Claiming "Staggering" Copyright Infringement
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JULY 17, 2017
The plaintiffs, including a founding member of the group Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, call the streaming giant's recent $43 million settlement with publishers and songwriters an "empty gesture." read more. THR, Esq. Business Music Tech Business THR Online
Learn copyright law basics from a comic book!?
Gordon P. Firemark
DECEMBER 4, 2014
A copyright law comic book? It's a comic book style presentation of copyright law basics, and it's worth a look. After all, reading up on copyright law from the dusty old books may be MY cup of tea, but it's probably not yours.
Failure to Register LeBron James' Tattoo as Copyright Proves Costly
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
AUGUST 2, 2016
The game isn't over, but NBA 2K16 just scored big in a copyright lawsuit over players' tattoos. read more. THR, Esq. Tech Tech THR Online
Ed Sheeran Settles Copyright Lawsuit Over 'Photograph'
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
APRIL 10, 2017
Originally seeking at least $20 million in damages, songwriters Martin Harrington and Thomas Leonard alleged the song derived from their work. read more. THR, Esq. Music Music THR Online
Disney Seeks Dismissal of 'Zootopia' Copyright Lawsuit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MAY 23, 2017
The studio tells a judge that its hit animated film is nothing like the one pitched by the writer of "Total Recall." read more. THR, Esq. Business Movies Business THR Online
Appeals Court Rules Website Moderators Can Potentially Undercut Copyright Defense
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
APRIL 7, 2017
In its latest big decision on the copyright front, the 9th Circuit revives a paparazzi agency's lawsuit over a photo of Beyonce Knowles showing off her baby bump.
Disney Wins Dismissal of 'Zootopia' Copyright Lawsuit (For Now)
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JULY 11, 2017
At this point, a judge doesn't see enough similarity in work from Gary L. Goldman, the writer of "Total Recall." read more. THR, Esq. Business Movies Business THR Online
Hollywood Confronts a Copyright Argument With Potential for Mass Disruption
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2017
Who really owns the CG characters in blockbuster films like 'Avengers' and 'Night at the Museum'? On Monday, a judge was told it's not the studios. read more. THR, Esq. Business Movies Tech Business THR Online
Asked & Answered: should I register multiple copyrights together!
Gordon P. Firemark
OCTOBER 18, 2013
Q: Angel asks about registering his multiple copyrights under a single folio of works. Asked & Answered: should I register multiple copyrights together! This video provides my answer: A: .
When Should You Register Your Copyrights – Entertainment Law Asked & Answered
Gordon P. Firemark
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
When should you register your copyrights? One of the most common questions I get from clients I the business is about when they should register their copyrights. So, here goes… First off, registration is not necessary to perfect the copyrights in a work, but the benefits of registration, especially early registration are so significant, copyright owners should make a practice of registering their copyrights well in advance of any trouble arising.
'All Eyez on Me' Producers Say Suing Journalist Lacked Copyright Registration
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
AUGUST 8, 2017
Lionsgate and Morgan Creek demand dismissal of Kevin Powell's copyright lawsuit targeting their Tupac Shakur biopic. read more. THR, Esq. Business Movies Business THR Online
Producer vs. Director. 2nd Circuit: “No director copyright”
Gordon P. Firemark
JULY 6, 2015
He also registered the film’s copyright in his own name. Google, over an actress’ claimed copyright in her contribution to the controversial film Innocence of Muslims. In most instances, the participants have signed agreements clarifying issues of ownership and copyright.
Jay Z Wins Copyright Trial Over Egyptian "Big Pimpin'" Sample
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
OCTOBER 21, 2015
The judge found the plaintiff lacked standing for his copyright lawsuit against the rapper and producer Timbaland. read more. THR, Esq. Earshot The Business Music Culture Business THR Online Jay Z Timbaland
NBC's 'Timeless' Hit With Copyright Lawsuit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
The suit claims the show is a ripoff of a Spanish series. read more. THR, Esq. Television Television THR Online Timeless
Bob Marley's "War" Sparks Copyright Fight
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 16, 2016
Allan Cole says he wrote "War" and "Natty Dread" but just recently discovered he doesn't own the copyrights. read more. THR, Esq. Music Music THR Online Bob Marley
Duran Duran Loses Case, Brought In Britain, Over American Copyrights
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
DECEMBER 2, 2016
Judge Richard Arnold found, "not without hesitation," that "any termination notices filed by the band were voided by these provisions in their contract." read more. THR, Esq. THR, Esq. Music Music Billboard
Blind Melon Settles 'Insane' Copyright Lawsuit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
The dispute veered from a possible discussion of cover songs to differing interpretations of what happened in licensing negotiations. read more. THR, Esq. The Business Music Business THR Online
Tom Brady MVP Joke Gets Copyright Protection After Reconsideration
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
The man behind the quip is Robert "Alex" Kaseberg, who's currently suing Conan O'Brien for allegedly stealing the joke. read more. THR, Esq. Culture Culture THR Online Conan O'Brien
Judge Rules "We Shall Overcome" Verse Not Under Valid Copyright
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017
The win goes to the legal team that prevailed over "Happy Birthday to You." read more. THR, Esq. Business Movies Music Business THR Online
Judge Wants to Know If 'Happy Birthday' Copyright Was Abandoned
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MAY 18, 2015
An order today might give Warner/Chappell reason to be optimistic in defending the validity of its copyright to the English language's most popular song.
LMFAO Bombshell? Rick Ross' 'Hustlin' Copyright Under Examination
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MARCH 1, 2016
Copyright Office says it shouldn't have registered the hip-hop artist's smash hit. The U.S. As a result, a high-profile lawsuit gets cloudy. read more. THR, Esq. The Business Music Business THR Online
YouTube Again Beats Viacom's Massive Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
APRIL 18, 2013
After an appellate court revived Viacom''s claims that YouTube hosted copyright infringing work, U.S. District judge Louis Stanton has again given the defendant a victory. read more. The Business THR, Esq. Television Tech Business
Footage of Dr. Phil Allegedly Imprisoning Woman Leads to Novel Copyright Decision
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 1, 2017
A judge concludes it wasn't a fair use of copyright. Leah Rothman, a former director on his show, used her iPhone to record nine seconds of outtakes to aid herself in a legal battle. read more. THR, Esq. Television Television Business THR Online
Broadcasters Settle Copyright Dispute With FilmOn
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MAY 15, 2017
The development occurs after CBS, Fox, and NBC score a March victory at one appellate circuit with other decisions loomings. read more. THR, Esq. Business Television Tech Business THR Online
Taxing Dead Celebs, Fee Shifting in Copyright Cases and Red Flag Knowledge – ELU 75
Gordon P. Firemark
JUNE 26, 2016
State Ownership of Copyrights – more news. Georgia Copyrighting its laws (relate to Butts/CA statute from last ep). More on California’s move to copyright it’s works.
U.S. Supreme Court Wants Government's Take on Copyright Takedown Case
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
OCTOBER 31, 2016
The high court is considering whether to grant review of a dispute triggered when Universal Music ordered the takedown of YouTube video showing a cute baby dancing to Prince's song. read more. THR, Esq. The Business Movies Television Music Tech Business THR Online
Copyright Runs Amok in Comic Case
The Legal Satyricon
APRIL 27, 2015
Marvel: Copyright in the Three-Point Landing? I love copyright law, usually. Originally, copyright protected works for 14 years, with a renewal period of 14 […]. copyrightHorizon v. Why is it there? It is there to ensure that authors and artists can profit from their work. Great idea. Unfortunately, somewhere along the line, the concept got polluted.
The Trump Admin's Advice to Supreme Court in Copyright Case Is a True Mind-Bender
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MAY 5, 2017
Although a "significant legal error" has supposedly been made — copyright holders must consider fair use before sending takedown notices — the Acting Solicitor General tells the high court to reject a review of baby-dancing-to-Prince.
Judge Knocks Out 'Iron Man' Copyright Lawsuit
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
The complaint alleged that the superhero's body armor was derived from another comic book. read more. THR, Esq. The Business Movies Business THR Online
Supreme Court Turns Down "Dancing Baby" Copyright Case
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JUNE 19, 2017
The justices decide not to review a dispute triggered when Universal Music ordered the takedown of a YouTube video showing a cute baby dancing to Prince's "Let's Go Crazy." read more. THR, Esq. Business Tech THR Online
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