‘Flowers’ Copyright Case Gets Tangled In Ninth Circuit’s Weeds
Miley Cyrus’s new motion to dismiss the 'Flowers' lawsuit highlights the Ninth Circuit’s flawed approach to copyright standing for co-owners.
‘Eden’ vs. ‘Yellowjackets’: Another Day, Another Absurd Copyright Lawsuit
A recycled plot device sparks a copyright infringement lawsuit against Showtime's 'Yellowjackets,' but this case is destined for a crash landing in court.
Documentary Duel: Lawsuit Claims Netflix Copied Boy Scouts Abuse Film
Two documentaries, one Boy Scouts scandal—a trial lawyer claims Netflix copied his film, but the legal trail ahead looks rocky.
Fleetwood Facts: Art Imitates Life, But Does It Infringe Copyright?
A new lawsuit over Broadway’s 'Stereophonic' tests copyright's limits, as Fleetwood Mac's former sound engineer claims the hit play copies his real-life story about working on the 'Rumours' album.
Why the ‘Flowers’ Copyright Lawsuit Deserves to Wilt
Answer songs face the music: the 'Flowers' lawsuit threatens a long tradition of musical conversation and creative expression.
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.