An architectural photographer in California has been awarded $6.3 million by a federal jury after it was found that a senior care provider had willfully infringed upon several of his photos. The plaintiff’s attorney described the verdict as a historically high level of statutory damages in a photography copyright infringement case. This outcome, with respects to both its monetary value and nature of infringement, serves as a potent reminder of the critical intricacies of intellectual property rights, their enforcement, and the substantial liabilities involved for corporate entities.
- The federal jury found the senior care provider guilty of willfully infringing on the photographer’s copyrights. The provider not only used the photos without consent but did it in a performative manner which adds up to the damages.
- At $6.3 million, the damages in this case are notably high. It is one of the most substantial payouts in a photography copyright infringement case, according to the plaintiff’s attorney.
Ensuring that corporate practices are compliant with copyright law is an imperative part of any risk management strategy. Companies working in sectors where intellectual properties are actively engaged in their operations must be acutely aware of legal obligations and potential penalties. Given the outcome of this case, it is evermore critical to apply diligent copyright practices.
For additional information regarding this case, you may refer to the original verdict.