The Beat (And Cher’s Lawsuit) Go On With New Ruling in Bono Copyright Dispute
In a long-awaited decision, the court allows Cher's royalty lawsuit to proceed despite copyright termination notices from Sonny Bono's heirs.
Why Astley’s New Soundalike Lawsuit Should Be Rickrolled Out Of Court
Is Rick Astley's right of publicity claim against Yung Gravy for "vocal impersonation" on a collision course with the federal Copyright Act?
You Got Sued Babe: Breaking Down the Cher-Bono Lawsuit
Does a copyright termination by Sonny Bono's heirs trump Cher's marital settlement agreement? Copyright and family law intersect in Cher v. Bono.
Sacha Baron Cohen Sues For Use of “Borat” on Cannabis Billboard
The actor, who claims he's never used cannabis in his life, objects to Solar Therapeutics' unpermitted use of both the copyrighted Borat character and his own likeness.
Court Tosses “Stuttering John” Lawsuit Based on Copyright Preemption
The judge rejects a claim that SiriusXM violated the right of publicity by broadcasting old Howard Stern shows featuring "Stuttering John" Melendez's name, voice and likeness.
SiriusXM Looks to Preempt “Stuttering John” Lawsuit
In a new motion to dismiss, Sirius argues that the Copyright Act preempts right of publicity claims brought by longtime "Howard Stern Show" personality “Stuttering John" Melendez.
Former Client and Associate Fire Back at Law Firm
In a new motion to dismiss, a law firm's former client and at-will associate argue copyright preemption and remind us that they aren't firm property.
Court Allows Copyright Case Against Hidden Camera Prank Show to Proceed
A judge rules on a motion to dismiss copyright infringement claims brought by the co-creator of "Scare Tactics" against his former business partner and the producer of "Prank Encounters," another hidden camera prank/scare show.
Law Firm Sues Client and Former Associate for Copyright Infringement
Many overworked or underappreciated law firm associates dream of being offered a job by a client. That dream probably doesn't include getting sued for going in-house.