Trump Campaign Due In Court Twice This Week on Copyright Claims
Two songs. Two presidential campaigns. Two copyright infringement lawsuits. The common element: one Donald J. Trump. Here's the latest.
Chain Reaction: Did the Beastie Boys Sue the Wrong Restaurant?
The Beastie Boys filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Chili’s over a 'Sabotage' parody, but is it a case of mistaken identity?
Amazon Looks Ready to Brawl Over ‘Road House’ Copyright Termination
Amazon and MGM Studios raise the stakes in a copyright termination fight over the "Road House" reboot, claiming that writer Lance Hill's use of a loan-out corporation prevents him from recapturing the copyright in the original screenplay.
State Farm’s Nod to Nostalgia Sparks Copyright Clash With Atari
A botched attempt to target gamers lands the insurance company in court, as Atari sues over a classic console's unauthorized ad appearance. It's a mistake that could have been avoided.
Why the Carlin Estate’s Lawsuit Over Fake Comedy Special May Be DOA
While billed as a groundbreaking move in the battle over unauthorized digital replicas, the George Carlin estate's new lawsuit faces tough challenges in court.
Inside Donald Trump’s Super-Secret Copyright Defense
Trump is actively litigating a copyright infringement lawsuit over the Eddy Grant song "Electric Avenue" while trying to keep relevant deposition testimony in the case permanently under seal.
Court to Revisit Fair Use in Tattoo Infringement Case
Photographer Jeff Sedlik and tattoo artist Kat Von D each claim the Supreme Court’s Warhol decision entitles them to summary judgment their long-running copyright dispute.
Lawsuit Claims Pooping Puppies Puzzle Smells Like Copyright Infringement
A new complaint involving competing pooping puppy puzzles shows why drawing the line between ideas and expression can be difficult business.
Studio Puts Loan-Outs On Blast in Copyright Termination Fight
In a first-of-its-kind lawsuit, Columbia Pictures claims that a writer's use of a loan-out company prevents him from terminating the studio's rights in the film "Bad Boys."
Bad Bunny Wants Out Of Lawsuit He Says Is Trying To Control Reggaetón
Can you copyright a rhythm? The world's biggest pop star says no, and the future of the entire reggaetón industry may hang in the balance.