Atari’s Copyright Claim Against State Farm Survives Challenge
Atari’s copyright infringement lawsuit against State Farm advances, underscoring the importance of careful clearance in advertising.
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.
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.
In Defense of Copyright’s De Minimis Defense
The Ninth Circuit took a overly minimalist view of copyright's de minimis defense, finding that a photo stored on an inaccessible web server doesn't qualify.
Tattoo Feud: Artist’s Copyright Case (Inexplicably) Sent to Trial
In a decision with frightening implications, a court in Illinois holds that a jury will decide whether Randy Orton's tattoo artist can control the use of the wrestler’s image in video games.
Social Media Reposting and the “De Minimis Defense”
Fashion designer Elie Tahari was found liable for copyright infringement after reposting a street style photo of one of its outfits on social media. It's a common practice, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's legal.