Category Archives: Trademark And Copyright
Open AI Ordered to Cease Sora 2 Copyright Infringement
Artificial intelligence (AI) is at it again. Many people use AI in their everyday lives and many companies are even requiring employees to use it in their work tasks. However, AI use has become controversial in the past few months due to potential copyright issues. This has been the case for many companies, including… Read More »
What to Do if You Are Sued for Copyright Infringement
With use of artificial intelligence (AI) in high gear and companies becoming more aggressive about protecting their content, it is possible that you could be accused of copyright infringement as you try to grow your business. When you receive a copyright infringement notice, which is also often labeled a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)… Read More »
Anthropic Sued For Copyright Infringement
Artificial intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm, but it’s not without its downsides. Like humans, this innovative technology can also engage in immoral activities such as infringing upon the works of others. In a landmark development that could redefine the legal and ethical landscape of artificial intelligence, Anthropic, the company behind the… Read More »
DSW Faces Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
Copyright infringement has become common in recent years as people enhance their social media posts with music and other audio. On August 6, Sony Music Entertainment (SME) filed a federal copyright infringement lawsuit against Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW), accusing the national footwear retailer of using copyrighted music recordings in its social media marketing campaigns… Read More »
Eminem’s Publisher Sues Meta for Copyright Infringement
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is a company worth more than $1 trillion. Companies of this size often think they can do whatever they want, but that is not the case. The laws still apply to them, and copyright infringement is no exception. Eight Mile Style, which is the publisher for rapper Eminem, is… Read More »
Florida Pub Sued for Playing Songs Without License
The music you hear in grocery stores, restaurants, pubs, and offices often requires a license. While you can listen to music in the comfort of your own home without paying, playing music for commercial use needs to be done with permission. Those who do not follow this law can be sued. In early April,… Read More »
Woman Files Subsequent Lawsuit Against Taylor Swift
A Florida woman is at it again. The woman, Kimberly Marasco, filed a lawsuit against Taylor Swift last year, alleging copyright infringement on various songs. The woman filed yet another lawsuit on February 28 with another copyright infringement allegation, claiming even more similarities between her songs and Swift’s songs. She claims that the pop… Read More »
Taylor Swift Sued for Copyright Infringement in Florida Court
A lot of lesser-known people seem to think that pop stars are stealing their work. While it is possible, is it really copyright infringement if someone has never heard of the song or creative work? Could pop megastar Taylor Swift be stealing the work of others? That’s what a Florida woman is alleging. She… Read More »
Miley Cyrus Sued for Copyright Infringement Over “Flowers”
If you’ve ever heard Miley Cyrus’ pop hit “Flowers,” which recently won a Grammy award, you may notice that some of the lyrics are similar. Cyrus released the song in January 2023 after divorcing her husband, Liam Hemsworth. However, some of the words, particularly in the chorus, have similarities to the Bruno Mars song… Read More »
Disney Prevails in Lawsuit Surrounding Fake Merchandise
Disneyland and Disney World are some of the most popular attractions in the world. Combined, these parks bring in tens of billions of dollars in revenue every year. Disney is a powerful brand. You can bet that virtually everyone on the planet has heard of Mickey Mouse and company. You don’t mess with Disney…. Read More »