Most lawsuits in the United States follow the American Rule: win or lose, each party pays their own attorney. The Copyright Act is different. The Act allows a “prevailing party” – on either side – to seek recovery of their
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Not a bargain at twice the price: Court awards attorneys’ fees to victorious copyright defendant
Most lawsuits in the United States follow the American Rule: win or lose, each party pays their own attorney. The Copyright Act is different. The Act allows a “prevailing party” – on either side – to seek recovery of their…
Small photo credit removal may result in big damages
Omitting a small print photo credit can get you in big trouble under the copyright laws.
That’s what happened recently when a court affirmed an award of almost $74,000 against BuzzFeed, because its reporter had copied a photo from the…
Small photo credit removal may result in big damages
Omitting a small print photo credit can get you in big trouble under the copyright laws.
That’s what happened recently when a court affirmed an award of almost $74,000 against BuzzFeed, because its reporter had copied a photo from the…
Why potential claimants should take care with DMCA takedown demands
Source: Court Opinion
A recent decision shows why intellectual property owners need to verify the merit of their DMCA takedown notices before making them. Improper DMCA takedown notices can lead to costly litigation and potential liabilities.
The plaintiff in Beyond…
Why potential claimants should take care with DMCA takedown demands
Source: Court Opinion
A recent decision shows why intellectual property owners need to verify the merit of their DMCA takedown notices before making them. Improper DMCA takedown notices can lead to costly litigation and potential liabilities.
The plaintiff in Beyond…