New York Federal Court Upholds $1.65 Million Award for Muhammad Ali’s Ex-Photographer in Copyright Dispute

In a recent ruling, a New York federal judge has determined that Muhammad Ali’s former personal photographer will retain the $1.65 million in statutory copyright damages that a jury awarded against a licensing broker. This decision preserves a substantial portion of the original award. However, the profits award, initially set at $750,000, has been significantly reduced to just under $5,000. This verdict underscores the complexities of copyright law and the challenges inherent in determining rightful financial compensation. For further details on the case, you can read more in the original article.