In a significant decision, the court has denied Jay-Z’s attempt to reinstate extortion and defamation claims against Damon Dash. The rapper, whose legal name is Shawn Carter, had alleged that Dash tried to auction off copyright for an album that Jay-Z created. However, the court determined Carter’s arguments were insufficient to proceed with the claims’…
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has initiated legal proceedings against The L Suite, alleging that the competitor unlawfully utilized ACC’s copyrighted materials to develop and promote its artificial intelligence chatbot, Lloyd. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, accuses The L Suite of both copyright infringement and trademark…
Thomson Reuters recently addressed the Third Circuit regarding Ross Intelligence’s interlocutory appeal, asserting that the Department of Justice’s stance does not bolster Ross’s fair-use argument. This appeal stems from a summary judgment that found Ross had infringed on Westlaw’s headnotes, a pivotal element within legal research provided by Thomson Reuters. The heart of the dispute…
In a pivotal decision, a Washington federal judge has rejected Expedia’s attempt to dismiss a lawsuit that accuses the online travel giant of copyright infringement. The suit, filed by EVOX Productions LLC, centers on allegations that Expedia used hundreds of car images without permission. This legal confrontation highlights significant concerns about intellectual property rights in…
A recent hearing in a California federal court highlighted concerns regarding Meta Platforms Inc.’s disclosure practices in training its artificial intelligence tools. During the proceedings, the presiding judge expressed skepticism over Meta’s claim that it used only nine magazine issues to train its AI over a 17-year period. Such limited disclosure raised questions about the…
In a move highlighting the ongoing tension between branches of the U.S. government, two senior House Democrats have asked the D.C. Circuit Court to deny the Trump administration’s assertion of authority to remove Shira Perlmutter, the head of the U.S. Copyright Office. This request is premised on the claim that only the Librarian of Congress…
In a recent legal move, The Seattle Times and Long Island-based Newsday have initiated lawsuits against OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement. The core of these claims asserts that their articles were utilized without proper authorization in the training of large language models, a growing point of contention within the media landscape. This legal action…
The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has breathed new life into a copyright lawsuit involving the diamond industry, reinstating a case initially dismissed at the district level. The original suit, filed by Rapaport USA Inc., centers around allegations that a competing firm misappropriated content from Rapaport’s proprietary diamond price list for…
Microsoft recently defended its practice of using books and news articles to enhance its AI model, arguing before a Manhattan federal court that this practice is protected under the doctrine of fair use. The company seeks a favorable judgment that would validate its methods in training the large language model behind Copilot. This move has…
Musicians including Jason Isbell are challenging AI music generator Suno in a legal battle that ventures into new territory, focusing on the alleged unauthorized use of their identities and voiceprints rather than traditional copyright infractions. These artists accuse Suno of using their distinctive vocal characteristics and personal likenesses to produce music and related content that…
The rise of employee influencers presents an evolving challenge for corporate legal teams. As companies increasingly leverage their workforce to amplify brand messages on social media, this strategy has introduced new legal considerations and potential liabilities. Employees, empowered by social media platforms, are becoming brand megaphones, blurring lines between personal and professional identities. According to…
The recent decision by the Fifth Circuit to overturn a 2007 copyright precedent has triggered discussions across the legal landscape, potentially affecting entities engaged in embedding third-party content. The court’s ruling moves away from the “server test,” which had previously guided decisions on whether embedding infringed copyrights. This test provided a relatively permissive framework, allowing…
In a recent decision emanating from a California federal court, a judge has revisited the discernment of copyrighted components within a case centered on the origins of reggaeton music. The ruling revolves around the inability of two musicians to distinctly pinpoint the copyrighted work that purportedly contains protected elements, challenging the crux of their legal…
In a noteworthy development in the legal proceedings involving OpenAI, Microsoft, and The New York Times, the Department of Justice has stepped in to support a fair use defense. This litigation in a New York federal court revolves around the use of copyrighted materials in training generative AI tools, raising important questions for the future…
In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to bolstering its intellectual property capabilities, Ashurst Perkins Coie has welcomed a prominent former partner from Dentons into its New York office. The addition strengthens the firm’s trademark, copyright, internet, and advertising practice within the IP division, aligning with the firm’s vision to enhance its prowess in…
Major music publishers are currently engaged in a legal battle to sustain their $3 billion lawsuit against Anthropic PBC, as they aim to protect their intellectual property rights. On Monday, in a California federal court, they urged the court not to dismiss their claims, arguing that Anthropic’s actions amounted to “brazen” mass copyright infringement involving…
In a noteworthy legal development, U.S. Copyright Office leader Shira Perlmutter has urged the D.C. Circuit to reconsider a federal ruling that dismissed her legal challenge against termination by the Trump administration. Perlmutter’s appeal hinges on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in favor of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, arguing this precedent directly discredits…
The D.C. Circuit recently delivered a decision that underscores the applicability of the fair use doctrine within the medical technology sector. On Tuesday, the court ruled that employing copyrighted data and software for repairing medical devices is protected under fair use. This decision came despite objections from two industry groups that sought to compel the…
In a recent legal development, a federal judge in Georgia has pared down the claims made by a gospel musician in a legal battle against his business manager and record label. The musician had alleged that his copyright interests were appropriated and that he was deprived of rightful royalties. This case underscores ongoing disputes in…
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the use of image search technology is stirring fresh debates around copyright law, compelling companies and legal experts to navigate a complex terrain. A case involving Pool World, a retailer of pools, spas, and grills, has underscored the contentious issues at play when images found across the internet are…
In a recent legal development, Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Chappell Music have initiated a lawsuit against Anthropic, claiming that the AI company has systematically infringed on their intellectual property rights. Filed in California federal court, the lawsuit alleges that Anthropic engaged in unauthorized activities such as scraping websites, exploiting datasets, and “destructively scanning” physical…
In a recent development that underscores the growing tension between technology companies and content creators, music publishers such as Sony, EMI, and Warner Chappell have initiated legal action against Anthropic, questioning the adequacy of a $1.5 billion settlement awarded to authors. This settlement followed Anthropic’s admission of pirating over seven million books to train its…
A Colorado federal magistrate judge has recommended a $60,000 statutory damages award to a Romanian publisher in a copyright infringement case concerning two health and wellness books. The recommendation, issued on August 31, 2026, also includes a permanent injunction against the Colorado company responsible for the infringement, highlighting that the conduct was found to be…
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has declined to adopt the “server test,” a legal standard that assesses copyright liability based on the physical location of online content storage. This decision diverges from the Ninth Circuit’s approach, which has traditionally relied on the server test to determine whether embedding content from…
In a recent legal development, a California federal judge dismissed a proposed class action brought forth by a Los Angeles-based 3D artist against Meta Platforms Inc. The crux of the artist’s complaint centered on allegations that Meta removed copyright management information from artworks utilized to train artificial intelligence systems. Although the suit was dismissed, the…