Artists Attack AI: Why The New Lawsuit Goes Too Far
A group of artists has filed a first-of-its-kind copyright infringement lawsuit against the developers of popular AI art tools, but did they paint themselves into a corner?
The Copyright Legacy of Martin Luther King
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had a dream—and a copyright. Both still live on today.
The 5 Worst Copyright Decisions of 2022
Remembering another lousy year with a countdown of the most ill-considered, unsatisfying and wrongly-decided copyright rulings of 2022.
Inside 2 Live Crew’s Latest Legal Battle: Copyright Termination
Copyright termination and bankruptcy law collide as members of 2 Live Crew attempt to recapture rights in the group's most notorious albums.
Public Domain Day 2023 is Coming: Here’s What to Know
A new crop of copyrighted works (including rights in a certain famous British detective) will enter the public domain in the United States on January 1, 2023. Here's what it all means.
Using AI Artwork to Avoid Copyright Infringement
AI-generated art isn’t perfect, but it’s become a viable option for license-free set decoration in motion pictures and other commercial productions. Here’s what you need to know.
13 Spooky Copyright Cases, Just in Time for Halloween
The only thing scarier than a slasher flick is a lawsuit. Here are some of the greatest copyright horror stories, featuring such classics as "Nightmare on Elm Street," "Halloween," "Dracula," "Ghostbusters" and ... a creepy McDonalds character?
Tattoo Artist’s Trial Win is a Loss for Bodily Autonomy, Free Speech
An Illinois federal jury awarded Catherine Alexander only $3,750 in damages for Take-Two Interactive and WWE's use of tattoos she made for Randy Orton in their video games, but the implications of the ruling go much further.
Take-Two Tattoo Trial Begins: What You Need to Know
In a first-of-its-kind copyright trial, a jury will decide whether tattoo artist Catherine Alexander can effectively control the use of Randy Orton's likeness in video games.
Deadly Dolls and a Forgotten Copyright Exception
Exploring Section 113(c) of the Copyright Act, an underutilized defense that could have changed the outcome of a recent infringement case.
Why Netflix’s “Bridgerton” Lawsuit is Good for Fan Fiction
The full story behind Netflix's copyright infringement lawsuit against Barlow & Bear, and why it's actually a win for the fan fiction community.