The Trump administration is currently in a legal battle to remove Shira Perlmutter, the head of the U.S. Copyright Office, despite an ongoing appeal. This development follows a recent decision by the Supreme Court, which temporarily protected Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The administration contends that this decision does not grant Perlmutter the right to…
The Trump administration has recently pushed the D.C. Circuit to authorize the removal of U.S. Copyright Office leader Shira Perlmutter. This move comes despite the recent Supreme Court decision that temporarily shields Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, aspiring to differentiate Perlmutter’s circumstances from the Cook case. The administration contends that while Cook benefits from protection…
In a significant legal development, the estate of the late Bill Withers has filed a lawsuit against Capitol Records and Universal Music Group, among others, alleging copyright infringement. The claim involves Olivia Dean’s recent release, “I’ve Seen It,” which is accused of borrowing the melody from Withers’ classic “Just the Two of Us” without permission….
In an intriguing legal turn of events, a New York federal judge has weighed in on a dispute between Cooperstown Dreams Park and a YouTube content creator. The judge dismissed several claims of trademark and copyright infringement that the baseball facility filed against the critic, who sarcastically described the venue as a place where young…
The recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in the case involving ROSS Intelligence serves as a reminder that traditional copyright principles remain firmly entrenched, even amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies. The court concluded that the dispute was fundamentally a standard copyright matter, rather than the herald…
A federal court in Michigan has dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by artist Tyrrell Winston against the New Orleans Pelicans, citing a lack of personal jurisdiction. Winston alleged that the NBA team replicated his distinctive art style in their social media posts, particularly during the 2024 Media Day, where players were photographed against backdrops…
The legal landscape of artificial intelligence training faced a pivotal moment as the Third Circuit Court delivered its opinion in what was considered the first appellate challenge in this arena. This case involved Ross Intelligence’s utilization of Westlaw headnotes, owned by Thomson Reuters, to train its competing legal research platform. The court ultimately designated this…
The recent decision by the Third Circuit regarding a legal battle between Thomson Reuters’ Westlaw and Ross Intelligence has underscored the complexities of copyright law in the realm of artificial intelligence. The court labeled the dispute over AI training and fair use as an “ordinary copyright case,” supporting Thomson Reuters’ claim that Ross Intelligence infringed…
In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping industries, a developing copyright theory questions how AI-generated works interact with existing copyright laws. This ongoing debate has significant implications for businesses investing in AI technology, as they navigate the complexities of intellectual property rights. An article from Law360 highlights the concerns over potential copyright dilution…
The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled in favor of Thomson Reuters in its longstanding copyright battle with ROSS Intelligence, a now-defunct AI legal research company. This decision focused on two key legal issues: the copyrightability of Westlaw headnotes and the application of fair use in the context of artificial intelligence training, marking…
The Third Circuit Court delivered a pivotal ruling on Tuesday, reinforcing Thomson Reuters’ legal victory over Ross Intelligence Inc. The case, a significant milestone in the realm of copyright law and technology, affirmed that Ross Intelligence’s use of Westlaw headnotes in developing an AI-powered legal search tool did not constitute fair use. This decision stems…
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is reconsidering the criteria used to evaluate copyright infringement in a case featuring tattoos. This reconsideration involves evaluating the “intrinsic” test presently used to determine substantial similarity, which was a key factor in a legal battle involving a photograph of jazz legend Miles Davis and a tattoo created by…
The Council of the European Union has imposed restrictive measures against ten Russian officials for their involvement in excluding the Yabloko party from Russia’s 2026 legislative elections. Yabloko, known for its anti-war stance, represents one of the last significant opposition forces in Russia. This action is considered a further step in the repression of democratic…
In a recent legal development, Haymarket Media Inc., a business-to-business publishing company, faced a setback when a New York federal judge rejected its attempt to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Playboy Enterprises. The case involves an alleged unauthorized use of a Playboy photograph in an article discussing the magazine’s decision to reintroduce nudity. According to…
The Third Circuit Court’s recent decision brings significant implications for the intersection of artificial intelligence and intellectual property law. Affirming the Delaware federal court’s ruling, the appellate court concluded that Thomson Reuters’ copyright claim against the defunct ROSS Intelligence stands firm, emphasizing the court’s stance on copyright protections even in evolving technological landscapes. This ruling…
The legal community is abuzz with the recent developments in the case between Thomson Reuters and ROSS Intelligence. The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in this protracted copyright dispute, but for now, the court has filed the document under seal. This means that the legal reasoning and conclusions reached by…
In a legal battle unfolding in the California federal courts, Universal City Studios, Illumination Entertainment, and the creator of “White Lotus,” Mike White, are contesting a lawsuit alleging that the 2023 film “Migration” was based on a plagiarized script. The defendants argued that there is no substantial similarity between the film and the unpublished screenplay…
Recent developments in the legal domain have brought the use of copyrighted material in artificial intelligence training to the forefront, as prominent news organizations, including The New York Times, raised concerns about the U.S. Department of Justice’s backing of AI companies’ fair use claims. The controversy centers around a letter of interest filed by the…
In a recent decision, a federal judge in Connecticut allowed copyright claims to move forward in a lawsuit involving the famous toy company Lego. The suit alleges that Lego used the design of a leather jacket by a Connecticut artist without permission. This design had gained significant visibility after being featured on the popular Netflix…
A recent ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware has dismissed patent infringement claims brought by ModoPayments, LLC against Volvo Financial Services LLC, while allowing copyright infringement allegations to proceed. ModoPayments, a Texas-based company specializing in digital payment solutions, initiated legal action against Volvo Financial Services in July 2024. The complaint…
Oracle Corporation’s Chief Legal Officer recently garnered significant attention after receiving nearly $15.5 million in total compensation for fiscal year 2026. This marks an increase of approximately $800,000 compared to the previous year. The details were shared as part of a securities filing by Oracle, highlighting the financial recognition of their legal leadership. This upward…
Oracle Corp. has recently increased the compensation for its legal chief, Dorian Daley, as the company navigates the emerging risks linked to artificial intelligence borrowing. Amid growing concerns over how AI systems utilize and borrow from existing data sets, Daley’s pay raise comes at a strategic time when legal oversight is increasingly critical. The underlying…
In a notable decision, a Georgia federal judge ruled that Cox Enterprises cannot recover more than $15 million in legal costs from its insurers relating to previous litigation with a music publisher. The court found that these expenses fell outside the scope of Cox’s insurance policies, a position supported by both insurers involved in the…
As the U.S. Supreme Court commences a new term, legal professionals are closely monitoring several significant circuit splits that may soon command the Court’s attention. In recent years, the Supreme Court has been addressing fewer cases, with its docket hitting a historical low last term. A key contributor to this trend is the Court’s diminishing…
Nintendo of America Inc. has secured a significant legal victory as a federal judge in Washington awarded the gaming giant a $4.5 million default judgment against an Arizona resident known only by the online pseudonym “archbox.” The defendant, also a Reddit moderator, was accused of making and distributing unauthorized copies of Nintendo Switch video games….