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17 July 2020
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Publishers Sue For Copyright Infringement

17 July 2020
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Publishers Filed a Lawsuit Against Internet Archive In a lawsuit filed in New York City a group of large publishing companies accuses the Internet Archive of massive copyright infringement. According to the complaint, plaintiffs John Wiley & Sons, Hachette Book Group, HarperCollins Publishers and Penguin Random House, accuse the Internet Archive of creating an "astonishing" scheme of "willful digital piracy" along with intentional and systematic copyright infringement. Publishers Dispute Legitimacy of Internet Archive "Library" The Internet Archive ("IA") describes itself as a nonprofit library that lends digital copies of books to the public. Historically, according to NPR.org, IA has implemented...

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15 July 2020
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Copyright Lawyers Protecting You

15 July 2020
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Author's Estate is Suing Netflix For Copyright Infringement The estate of legendary writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is suing Netflix for copyright and trademark infringement. Netflix is releasing a movie called "Enola Holmes," a film about the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes, who is also a skilled detective. Doyle was the exclusive author of all of the Sherlock Holmes stories. On June 25, 2020, Fox News reported that the estate filed a 19-page complaint in federal court in New Mexico. In addition to Netflix, the estate is also suing, "the author, writer and director of the Millie Bobby Brown-led film...

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14 July 2020
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Nike Sued Copyright Infringement

14 July 2020
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Fashion Brand Files Multi-Million-Dollar Lawsuit Against Nike and Michael Jordan for Copyright Infringement and More In an article posted on June 30, 2020, on thefashionlaw.com, (TFL) Faded Royalty has filed a multi-million-dollar lawsuit against Nike and Michael Jordan for copyright and trademark infringement. The lawsuit was filed in New York Federal Court on June 29 also contains allegations of unfair competition, deceptive practices, and unjust enrichment. Court documents request injunctive relief and damages in the amount of $30 million. Lawsuit Alleges Nike Uses "Copycat" Logo on Michael Jordan Items Faded Royalty, an independent fashion brand, and its founder Rocco Giordano...

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29 June 2020
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Lawyers Enforcing Photographers’ Copyright

29 June 2020
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Social Media Complicates Copyright Enforcement The general rule under US copyright laws is that you control your own creative, original work. When you post your work on social media, however, you might be losing some of your control. You don't have to lose your copyright when you upload something to a website or social media platform. But you might be granting a license. You should find out what the terms and conditions are of each website to which you post photographs, music, or other creative, original work. By posting, you are agreeing to whatever those terms are. If you are...

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23 June 2020
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Copyright Lawyers Protect Photographers’ Rights

23 June 2020
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US Copyright Law Reflects The Beliefs of Our Founding Fathers In the 1700s, the Constitution gave Congress the following authority: To "promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries." As far back as the creation of our country, our founding fathers believed that creators of original work should have the exclusive right to control that work, even if for a limited time. Historians tell us that this provision intended to encourage creativity and innovation by giving creators an opportunity to benefit from...

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15 June 2020
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Photographer Sues Volvo For Copyright Infringement

15 June 2020
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Photographer Is Suing Volvo For Willful Copyright Infringement The photography and camera news website PetaPixel.com reported on June 15, 2020, that a professional photographer and his model subject are suing Volvo. In a complaint filed in California on June 9, 2020, automotive photographer Jack Schroeder and model Britni Sumida allege that Volvo committed "willful and wanton" copyright infringement. The complaint also contains claims of misappropriation of a likeness and unfair competition. Photographer Denied Volvo's Request to Use His Pictures For Free Schroeder photographed Sumida in the California desert during the "super bloom." The pictures feature Sumida, leaning on a Volvo...

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08 June 2020
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Celebrity Photographer Lawyers – Photographers Must Beware Aware of Copyright Infringements

08 June 2020
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Celebrity Photographers Must Understand Their Rights Under Copyright Law If you are a photographer who makes a living by photographing actors, models, and other celebrities, you must understand your rights. Too often, people are taking advantage of photographers, using their pictures without permission or compensation. US copyright law exists to protect the creative work of artists and other creative professionals, like photographers. The minute you take a picture, it receives copyright protection. This means that using that image requires your permission, should you decide to give it. The terms of that permission are usually contained in a license agreement. License...

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25 May 2020
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How Copyright Lawyers Help Photographer Protect Copyrights

25 May 2020
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Our Lawyers Help Photographers Understand The Basics About Licensing Rights Before entering into a licensing agreement, photographers should consult with experienced copyright lawyers. At , our lawyers are dedicated to protecting photographers from copyright infringement. We want to make sure that you get paid what you deserve and that your licensing agreements provide you with terms that reflect your wishes. If a business or individual the terms of a licensing agreement, our copyright lawyers have the resources, experience, and determination to seek accountability and compensation. What Purposes Do Licensing Agreements Serve? For photographers, licensing is often the best way to...

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18 May 2020
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Copyright Lawyers Help Photographers Secure Lucrative Licensing Agreements

18 May 2020
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Our Copyright Lawyers Hels Photographers Protect Their Rights With Licensing Agreements As a professional photographer, you understand the importance of granting licenses to others in exchange for appropriate compensation. Licensing agreements ensure that you get paid and maintain control over how, when, and where your photographs get used. Licensing agreements are an essential part of any successful photography business. You should not leave the terms of your licensing agreements to chance. Despite US Copyright Laws, which grant exclusive rights to photographers, there are few ways to control where your photographs end up. With today's technology, it has become easy for...

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11 May 2020
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Copyright Victory Against Local Bank for Photograph Use

11 May 2020
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Indiana Lawyer-Photographer Wins Copyright Infringement Victory Against Bank A copyright lawyer and photographer in Indiana was victorious in his copyright infringement lawsuit against a local business. Richard Bell, according to The Indiana Lawyer, sued "after discovering in late 2017" that Merchants Bank of Indiana "was using a photo he had taken of the nighttime Indianapolis skyline." Indiana Southern District Judge James Patrick Hanlon ruled that the bank infringed on Bell's copyright but that the infringement was not willful. In court documents, Bell established that the photo, used on the bank's website, was registered with the US Copyright Office. He claimed...

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