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Gordon Firemark no Copyright 2011 - 2013 by Gordon P Firemark Monthly entertainment, law, show business, media, copyright, film, television, music, trademark <img+src="http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/wp-content/uploads/rss.png" http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com TV-G monthly http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/05/episode-40-areo-redigi-veoh-imdb/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/05/episode-40-areo-redigi-veoh-imdb/#comments Fri, 03 May 2013 23:23:50 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=1021 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/05/episode-40-areo-redigi-veoh-imdb/feed/ 0 firemark, tamera, lawyer, entertainment, film, television, theatre, copyright, fair use, veoh, youtube Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode:  YouTube wins again  Photographer can sell reprints  IMDB Prevails over actress in age disclosure case  Veoh service is legal and more…       Hosts:  Website:   http://firemark. Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode:  YouTube wins again  Photographer can sell reprints  IMDB Prevails over actress in age disclosure case  Veoh service is legal and more…       Hosts:  Website:   http://firemark.com  http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremark   Website:   http://createprotect.com  Twitter: @tamerabennett     Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Show Notes YouTube Again Beats Viacom's Massive Copyright Infringement Lawsuit: (Last discussed in ELU039, March 29, 2013) LA Times: http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/envelope/cotown/la-et-ct-youtube-prevails-copyright-suit-viacom-20130418,0,5832848.story THResq: www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/youtube-again-beats-viacoms-massive-442233   Viacom Intl., et. al. v. YouTube, Inc., et. al. - S.D.N.Y. Decision for YouTube - Apr. 18, 2013   Judge Rules William Eggleston Can Clone His Own Work, Rebuffing Angry Collector: (Last discussed in ELU030, April 29, 2012) Blouin Art Info: http://www.blouinartinfo.com/news/story/885054/judge-rules-william-eggleston-can-clone-his-own-work-rebuffing Center for Art Law: http://www.itsartlaw.com/2013/04/in-sobel-v-eggleston-limited-edition-is.html   Sobel v. Eggleston - S.D.N.Y. decision for Eggleston - March 28, 2013     Appropriation art alive and well after Second Circuit ruling in Cariou v. Prince: (Last discussed in ELU019, April 8, 2011) IP Intelligence Report: http://www.ipintelligencereport.com/2013/04/25/appropriation-art-alive-and-well-after-second-circuit-ruling-in-cariou-v-prince/ Decision: http://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/isysquery/5da8dc66-179e-4dc0-94cc-09e213bfffe3/1/doc/11-1197_complete_opn.pdf#xml=http://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/isysquery/5da8dc66-179e-4dc0-94cc-09e213bfffe3/1/hilite/   Cariou v. Prince - 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals upholds the denial of an injunction against Aereo - April 1, 2013       Patrick Cariou’s photograph from Yes Rasta on left, Prince’s version on the right.   Personal Audio LLC Podcast Patent Suit filed Against CBS Corp. and NBC Universal Media: (Last discussed in ELU038, February 19, 2013) Mandour & Associates: http://www.californiapatentattorney.pro/2013/04/cbs-and-nbc-sued-in-podcasting-patent-infringement-cases.html PRWeb: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/4/prweb10655478.htm CBS Complaint: http://www.scribd.com/doc/135451057/Personal-Audio-v-CBS   Personal Audio, LLC v. CBS Corp.; Personal Audio, LLC v. NBC Universal - E.D.T.X. - Filed April 11, 2013   The Georgia Supreme Court recognizes a claim for misappropriation of likeness: Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=ce014723-1152-474a-806f-a6248ff431d8   Bullard v. MRA Holding, LLC - Supreme Court of Georgia decision for Bullard - March 28, 2013   Joe Francis Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in February so Joe Francis can avoid 2 Million debt to vegas mogul Steve Wynn http://blogs.wsj.com/bankruptcy/2013/02/28/girls-gone-wild-files-for-bankruptcy/   Julie Taymor and 'Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark' Producers Finally Reach Settlement: (Last discussed in ELU038, February 19, 2013) THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/julie-taymor-spider-man-turn-436846   Taymor v. Eight Legged Productions - Settlement - April 10, 2013     Universal Music Asks Court To Rehear Veoh Case Yet Again: (Last discussed in ELU039, March 29, 2013) Techdirt: http://www.techdirt.com/articles/20130405/16085022605/veoh-still-not-dead-enough-universal-music-asks-court-to-rehear-case-yet-again.shtml Petition for Rehearing: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/681152-veohpetition4rehearing.html   UMG Recordings, et. al. v. Gordon Firemark no 1:03:34 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/03/episode-39-holmes-zorro-and-the-tin-man-walk-into-a-bar/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/03/episode-39-holmes-zorro-and-the-tin-man-walk-into-a-bar/#comments Fri, 29 Mar 2013 20:41:19 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=1011 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/03/episode-39-holmes-zorro-and-the-tin-man-walk-into-a-bar/feed/ 1 Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Ed Sullivan intro of Jersey Boys is fair use Kirtsaeng – First Sale has extraterritorial effect Sherlock Holmes copyright questions and more… Hosts:  Website:   http://firemark. Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Ed Sullivan intro of Jersey Boys is fair use Kirtsaeng – First Sale has extraterritorial effect Sherlock Holmes copyright questions and more… Hosts:  Website:   http://firemark.com http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremark         Website:   http://createprotect.com Twitter: @tamerabennett  Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Ed Sullivan intro of Jersey Boys is fair use Kirtsaeng – First Sale has extraterritorial effect Sherlock Holmes copyright questions and more… Show Notes      Appeals Court: 'Ed Sullivan' Clip in 'Jersey Boys' is Fair Use: (Last discussed in ELU 013, August 2010) THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/appeals-court-ed-sullivan-clip-427260 Justia (Decision): http://docs.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/10-56535/10-56535-2013-03-11.pdf     Sofa Entertainment, Inc. v. Dodger Prod. - 9th Circuit decision for Dodger Prod. - March 11, 2013         Appellate Court Clears Veoh in UMG Copyright Suit: (Last discussed in ELU032, July 2012) Variety: http://variety.com/2013/digital/news/appellate-court-clears-veoh-in-umg-copyright-suit-1200194954/ THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/appeals-court-hands-veoh-win-428588     UMG Recordings v. Veoh - 9th Circuit decision for Veoh - March 14, 2012 - superseding opinion       Supreme Court upholds first-sale doctrine in textbook resale case: http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2013/03/thai-student-protected-by-first-sale-supreme-court-rules/ http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/supreme-court-rules-entertainment-industry-429695 http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/12pdf/11-697_d1o2.pdf     Kirtsaeng v. John Wiley & Sons - U.S. Supreme Court decision for Kirtsaeng - March 19, 2013       Judge Bans Airing of Lifetime TV's Chris Porco Movie, Injunction Stayed by Appeals Court: THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/lifetimes-chris-porco-movie-banned-429988 THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/lifetime-wins-right-air-chris-430286     Christopher Porco v. Lifetime - Appeal to NY Supreme Ct., Appellate Division - March 20, 2013       Current paparazzi cases/issues: AP: http://www.statesman.com/ap/ap/california/hawaii-senate-to-vote-on-steven-tyler-act/nWhN9/ Justia: http://verdict.justia.com/2013/03/19/is-hawaiis-steven-tyler-act-consistent-with-the-first-amendment Text of the Bill: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2013/bills/SB465_.htm           California Judge Shoots Down Challenge to Talent Agencies Act: THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/california-judge-dismisses-talent-managers-426263 (They plan to appeal - see press release pasted in this doc) - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dcYiiAS4f7oEcv6guxJl4uPYxR49C_MNBzvNtsC9yQk/edit?usp=sharing     National Conference of Personal Managers, Inc. v. Edmund G. Brown, Jr - Nov. 9, 2012 - Central District of California       Is Sherlock Holmes Still in Copyright?: THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/book-editor-doyle-estate-is-421918 Mark Litwak: http://marklitwak.blogspot.com/2013/03/sherlock-holmes-and-case-of-public.html Create Protect: http://ipandentertainmentlaw.wordpress.com/2013/02/18/sherlock-holmes-elementary-copyright-protection-and-trademarks/       Klinger v. Conan Doyle Estate - Complaint for Declaratory Judgment in N.D. Illinois - February 14, 2013         “Zorro” Rights Challenged as Invalid and Fraudulent: THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/zorro-rights-challenged-as-invalid-428561     Cabell v. Gordon Firemark no 1:16:19 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/02/episode-38-when-a-foot-is-only-11-inches-and-a-batmobile-is-a-character/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/02/episode-38-when-a-foot-is-only-11-inches-and-a-batmobile-is-a-character/#comments Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:17:35 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=983 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/02/episode-38-when-a-foot-is-only-11-inches-and-a-batmobile-is-a-character/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Subway's footlong subs aren't Bikram yoga isn't too hot on court ruling Soundalikes strike dissonant chord for the Black Keys Podcast Patent lawsuit Batmobile is a character, not just a prop,  Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Subway's footlong subs aren't Bikram yoga isn't too hot on court ruling Soundalikes strike dissonant chord for the Black Keys Podcast Patent lawsuit Batmobile is a character, not just a prop, ... Gordon Firemark no 1:07:29 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/02/dont-panic-no-january-2013-episode/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/02/dont-panic-no-january-2013-episode/#comments Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:30:58 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=978 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2013/02/dont-panic-no-january-2013-episode/feed/ 0 Due to scheduling conflicts, we were not able to record an episode in January.Stay Tuned for our next episode in late February. Due to scheduling conflicts, we were not able to record an episode in January.Stay Tuned for our next episode in late February. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/12/episode-37-top-ten-for-2012/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/12/episode-37-top-ten-for-2012/#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2012 07:00:40 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=1001 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/12/episode-37-top-ten-for-2012/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231In this Episode:Our 2012 Wrap up and totally unscientific Top Ten Cases.Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231In this Episode:Our 2012 Wrap up and totally unscientific Top Ten Cases.Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clioHosts: Website:   http://firemark.com http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremarkWebsite:   http://createprotect.com Twitter: @tamerabennettEntertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio   FOLLOW-UPS AND QUICK TAKES 'Indiana Jones' Lawsuit Seeks Hollywood Profits from Alleged Crystal Skull Theft: THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/indiana-jones-lawsuit-seeks-hollywood-399236The Complaint: https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B7c_uKsEeLrwUUtINFFsTnI0ZlU In 1924, Crystal Skull was found in Belize by Anna Mitchell-Hedges and her father.  Mitchell-Hedges recently passed away and left the skull to a man named William Homann.Before she passed away, Mitchell-Hedges appeared on a SciFi channel documentary about the skullswhich aired in 2008, disclosing that she was in possession of the skull.The complaint alleges that various laws passed in Belize prior to the skull being taken out of the country made it illegal to do so, and that the archaeological expedition itself was undertaken outside of the required approval of the government.Dr. Jaime Awe, Director of the Institute of Archaeology in Belize, is suing Homann and the Mitchell-Hedges estate for replevin, accounting for profits, and tortious interference with Prospective Economic Advantage.Awe is ALSO suing Lucasfilm, Paramount Pictures, and the Walt Disney Company, alleging that they have profited off of the use of the Mitchell-Hedges skull (referred to in the film Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull as the “Mitchell-Hedges skull,” but said to be from Peru)Awe is seeking injunctive relief, accounting for profits, and is accusing the film defendants of Tortious Interference with Prospective Economic Advantage and Civil Conspiracy The actual Mitchell-Hedges skull: The Indiana Jones version:  Shahs of Sunset - “Persian Barbie” Trademark DisputeTHResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/hollywood-docket-john-travolta-wins-legal-fees-sex-life-author-399316TMZ.com: http://www.tmz.com/2012/12/02/shahs-of-sunset-bravo-niki-ghazian-lily-ghalichi-cease-desist-letter/  Model Niki Ghazian has sent a cease and desist letter to Bravo TV Network and the producers of the show “Shahs of Sunset” over their use of the term “Persian Barbie” to describe one of the cast members of that show.Ms. Ghazian claims that she has been using that term to describe herself since 2005 and is the “common law” owner of the mark (she has never applied for a trademark).She is demanding that Bravo stop using the term in their advertising for the show, on their website, or on any press releases.Niki Ghazian (left), Lilly Ghalichi (right) “Age of the Hobbits” Gets New Title, Still On Sale Despite Injunction:THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/age-hobbits-is-clash-empires-401897THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/age-hobbits-gets-new-title-401217THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/age-hobbits-sale-court-order-403685 Warner Bros. and producer Saul Zaentz have filed suit against production company The Asylum over the “mockbuster” film Age of the Hobbits, Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/12/gordon-firemark-on-this-week-in-law-twil-episode-190/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/12/gordon-firemark-on-this-week-in-law-twil-episode-190/#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:21:13 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=960 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/12/gordon-firemark-on-this-week-in-law-twil-episode-190/feed/ 0 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/11/episode-36-faulkner-einstein-superman-and-talent-managers/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/11/episode-36-faulkner-einstein-superman-and-talent-managers/#comments Fri, 16 Nov 2012 20:24:51 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=944 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/11/episode-36-faulkner-einstein-superman-and-talent-managers/feed/ 0 attorney,copyright,entertainment,law,lawyer,media,podcast,privacy,publicity         Hosts:   Gordon FiremarkWebsite:   http://firemark.com http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremark         Tamera Bennett Website:   http://createprotect.com Twitter: @tamerabennett   Show Notes Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231         Hosts:   Gordon FiremarkWebsite:   http://firemark.com http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremark         Tamera Bennett Website:   http://createprotect.com Twitter: @tamerabennett   Show Notes Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: William Faulkner’s suit against Sony Pictures and Woody Allen;   Warner Brothers has won an important victory in the Superman litigation, Albert Einstein’s likeness is now in the public domain, and a group representing talent managers is suing California officials over the state’s licensing statute for agents and much more...   Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio  Same-Sex Couple Sues Anti-Gay Rights Organization for Misappropriation of Their PhotographEntertainment Law Matters: http://www.entertainmentlawmatters.com/?p=2262 (Follow up from ELU33) Link to Complaint:  http://www.fkks.com/blog/Hill%20Complaint.pdf Judge denies Fox's request to stop Dish's commercial-skipping service THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/judge-denies-injunction-dish-autohop-387458 (Follow up from ELU31) UMG Reaches Settlement in Trendsetting Suit Over Digital Revenue from Eminem Songs THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/umg-reaches-settlement-trendsetting-lawsuit-384381 (Follow up from ELU32, among others) Sony Sued Over William Faulkner Quote in 'Midnight in Paris' THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/sony-sued-william-faulkner-quote-383228 CNN: http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/06/showbiz/movies/faulkner-midnight-paris-allen-lawsuit/index.html Soldier's Widow Sues Fox Over TV Images of Military Families THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/soldiers-widow-sues-fox-tv-385923 Complaint: http://ftpcontent.worldnow.com/kltv/PDF/roberts_suit_11092012.pdf News Flash: Beating Client with A Baseball Bat is Unethical Lawyerist: http://lawyerist.com/beating-client-with-a-baseball-bat-is-unethical/ Appeals Court Rules 'Twin Peaks' Author Didn't Give Up Film Rights to Book THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/appeals-court-rules-twin-peaks-387785Warner Bros. Wins Big Court Ruling in Fight Over SupermanTHResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/warner-bros-wins-big-court-379770Ruling: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/sites/default/files/custom/Documents/ESQ/Superman.pdfBytes and Pieces: http://www.medialawbytesandpieces.com/2012/10/29/pocket-full-of-kryptonite-california-court-rules-that-superman-heirs-forfeited-termination-rights/?goback=%2Egde_84443_member_181273644'The Bachelor' Racial Discrimination Lawsuit DismissedTHResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/bachelor-racial-discrimination-lawsuit-dismissed-379100Federal Court Rejects Albert Einstein Right of Publicity ClaimEntertainment Law Matters: http://www.entertainmentlawmatters.com/?p=2278Netflix Gets an Earful and Settles Suit with Deaf ViewersLawyers.com: http://blogs.lawyers.com/2012/10/netflix-gets-an-earful-and-settles-suit-with-deaf-viewers/Ruling on Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings: http://dredf.org/captioning/MJP-DENIED-JUDGE-PONSOR-ORDER-6-19-12.pdf'Dog' Chapman Scores Big Legal Victory Against 'Bounty Hunter' Producer THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/dog-chapman-scores-big-legal-387379National Conference of Personal Managers Sues California Officials to Enjoin Enforcement of the Talent Agencies ActTHResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/personal-managers-group-sues-stop-389786Complaint: http://www.scribd.com/doc/113104861/Ncopm-Complaint-v-Aglc-of-CAFor our next episode, we’ll be talking about some of the biggest cases of the year, Gordon Firemark no 1:09:37 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/09/episode-34-publicity-politicians-new-sec-rules-and-more/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/09/episode-34-publicity-politicians-new-sec-rules-and-more/#comments Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:27:11 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=910 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/09/episode-34-publicity-politicians-new-sec-rules-and-more/feed/ 0 Brando,copyright,Entertainment law,publicity Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode:  James Taylor sues WB Records  Gamblers prevail Using Brando's likeness isn't in "Vogue" for Madonna Copyright Term Extension - Again? Innocence of Muslims suit by actress Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode:  James Taylor sues WB Records  Gamblers prevail Using Brando's likeness isn't in "Vogue" for Madonna Copyright Term Extension - Again? Innocence of Muslims suit by actress "Fran... Gordon Firemark no 1:08:37 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/09/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-34-publiciity-politicians-godfathers-and-more/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/09/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-34-publiciity-politicians-godfathers-and-more/#comments Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:40:58 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=939 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/09/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-34-publiciity-politicians-godfathers-and-more/feed/ 0 copyright,entertainment lawyer,marilyn monroe,podcast,privacy,publicity,trademarks Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Burberry/Bogart case settled Marilyn Monroe Estate loses Right of Publicity Political Campaigns use of music at rallies Desparate Housewife Sheridan still desperate  Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Burberry/Bogart case settled Marilyn Monroe Estate loses Right of Publicity Political Campaigns use of music at rallies Desparate Housewife Sheridan still desperate  SEC Rulemaking to relax ban on general solicitations North Face Butt Face/South Butt contempt claim Paramount/Puzo Case over Godfather prequel novel Resale Royalties Act unconstitutional .. and more. GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio   Show Notes     FOLLOW-UPS AND QUICK TAKES Burberry Drops Lawsuit Against Humphrey Bogart HeirsBusiness Week: http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-08-01/burberry-drops-lawsuit-against-humphrey-bogart-heirsDigiLaw Blog: http://digilaw.edwardswildman.com/?entry=4143Discussed previously in ELU031 In May, Burberry sought a declaratory judgment against the heirs of Humphrey Bogart, claiming that their use of Bogart’s image in advertisements was not an infringement on Bogart LLC’s trademark and publicity rights. Bogart LLC then sued Burberry for trademark infringement, misappropriation of publicity rights, and unjust enrichment in California court, seeking money damages and an injunction. Burberry had licensed the image in question from Corbis for use on its Facebook page, but did not obtain permission from Bogard LLC. On July 31st, both suits were settled on undisclosed terms, and dismissed with prejudice. Maybe You Can Take it With You: Post-mortem Publicity Rights in the United States/Marilyn MonroeWorld Trademark Review (pdf): http://www.worldtrademarkreview.com/issues/article.ashx?g=d8dc2b5e-e441-457f-8329-8ff1bc02503c#page=1THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/appeals-court-rules-marilyn-monroes-image-public-estate-367160Discussed previously in ELU029 (Marylin Monroe) and ELU030 (Tupac Hologram) On August 30th, the 9th Circuit ruled that, at the time of her death, Marilyn Monroe was domiciled in New York. The court ruled that, since at the time of her death her estate claimed that she was domiciled in New York to escape hefty estate taxes in California, the estate could not claim that she was domiciled in California in order to take advantage of a more generous right of publicity statute. In affirming the lower court decision, Judge Wardlaw says that “This is a textbook case for applying judicial estoppel.” General Post-Mortem Right of Publicity Info from other article Two issues central to every Post-Mortem Right of Publicity claim Whether a state recognises a right of publicity that continues after an individual’s death Which state’s law applies to a particular deceased individual Monroe example New York does not recognize a post-mortem right of publicity, and California does, therefore the fight over which state’s law applies Domicile is a fact-specific analysis, taking into account such factors as length of residence; place of worship; voting registration; automobile registration; club memberships; locations of children’s schools; location of bank accounts; location of business dealings; and where tax returns are filed Newt Gingrich Settling Lawsuit Over Use of 'Eye of the Tiger,’ plus new Political Song Use Troubles THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/newt-gingrich-settling-lawsuit-eye-of-tiger-365019Discussed previously in ELU028Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=09dd0f1a-2125-45bc-a075-d453c0c0ada2Gingrich Follow Up In January, Survivor member Frankie Sullivan sued Gingrich for using Eye of the Tiger as his walkout music at rallies and conferences Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/08/episode-33-cease-and-desist-but-nicely/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/08/episode-33-cease-and-desist-but-nicely/#comments Tue, 07 Aug 2012 20:40:02 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=893 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/08/episode-33-cease-and-desist-but-nicely/feed/ 4 appeals,copyright,courts,entertainment,law,procedure,supreme,trademark Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: J. Geils Band Trademark Dispute Two Three's Companys is a crowd Copyright Royalty Board unconsitutional Jack Daniels sends the sweetest cease and desist ever and more... - Call us with your feedback:(310) 243-6231 In this Episode: J. Geils Band Trademark Dispute Two Three's Companys is a crowd Copyright Royalty Board unconsitutional Jack Daniels sends the sweetest cease and desist ever and more... GET CLE... Gordon Firemark no 1:09:47 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/07/episode-32-lawyers-libel-logos-and-lolipops/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/07/episode-32-lawyers-libel-logos-and-lolipops/#comments Thu, 05 Jul 2012 08:45:21 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=885 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/07/episode-32-lawyers-libel-logos-and-lolipops/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Court to revisit Veoh ruling Football Uniforms trademark not infringed by artist's work Funny Junk/The Oatmeal, and their lawyer's exploits. Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Court to revisit Veoh ruling Football Uniforms trademark not infringed by artist's work Funny Junk/The Oatmeal, and their lawyer's exploits. Lawyers sued for participating in litig... Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/05/episode-031-terminations-taxes-and-takedowns/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/05/episode-031-terminations-taxes-and-takedowns/#comments Fri, 01 Jun 2012 06:04:51 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=881 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/05/episode-031-terminations-taxes-and-takedowns/feed/ 0   -   -   Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231   -   -   GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. - Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients,       Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231       GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Show Notes VILLAGE PEOPLE SINGER VICTOR WILLIS WINS COPYRIGHT TERMINATION LAWSUIT THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/village-people-victor-willis-copyright-lawsuit-323489   SUPREME COURT REFUSES TO HEAR JOEL TENENBAUM APPEAL Billboard: http://www.billboard.biz/bbbiz/industry/legal-and-management/joel-tenenbaum-files-for-rehearing-of-675k-1005482952.story   PARAMOUNT GETS MIXED RULINGS THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/paramount-la-dolce-vita-licensing-lawsuit-315553   REP. BERMAN SEEKS TAX CREDIT EXTENSIONS FOR U.S. FILM PRODUCTION THRESq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/howard-berman-hollywood-tax-credits-326652?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thr%2Fnews+%28The+Hollywood+Reporter+-+Top+Stories%29   DOCUMENTARY FILMS LOSSES ARE DEDUCTIBLE, NOT A HOBBY LOSS Lexology: http://tinyurl.com/co4ykpw Decision: http://www.ballardspahr.com/~/media/Files/Alerts/2012-04-20_Storey.ashx   ROMANCE AUTHOR ADELE DUBOIS RECEIVES TAKEDOWN NOTICE TechDirt: http://www.techdirt.com/articles/20120517/17443418961/romance-author-adele-dubois-receives-takedown-blog-post-having-same-name-as-singer-adele.shtml?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter   BURBERRY SCORES A BOGIE IN FEDERAL SUIT Unruly of Law Blog: http://theunrulyoflaw.blogspot.com/2012/05/burberry-scores-bogie-in-federal-suit.html   DISH vs. TV NETWORKS WSJ: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304070304577396470142982532.html THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/directv-autohop-lawsuit-fox-331112   SONY SUED FOR NOT COLLECTING ROYALTIES FROM ALABAMA SONG THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/sony-sued-alabama-royalties-323930 CBS SUES ABC OVER ‘BIG BROTHER’ TYPE SHOW ‘GLASS HOUSE’ THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/cbs-lawyers-threaten-abc-big-320431 HOW THE WEINSTEINS BEAT ‘SOUL MAN’ SINGER SAM MOORE THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/weinstein-sam-moore-lawsuit-330072 NEW ‘GODFATHER’ BOOK WILL BE PUBLISHED THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/godfather-book-paramount-mario-puzo-323597 Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/04/episode-30-jobs-act-crowdfunding-limited-editions-and-more/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/04/episode-30-jobs-act-crowdfunding-limited-editions-and-more/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:25:59 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=856 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/04/episode-30-jobs-act-crowdfunding-limited-editions-and-more/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Crowdfunding after the JOBS Act becomes law Viacom wins appellate round against YouTube Magic Tricks - how to keep 'em secret Art Collector v. Artist? and more... Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Crowdfunding after the JOBS Act becomes law Viacom wins appellate round against YouTube Magic Tricks - how to keep 'em secret Art Collector v. Artist? and more... Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Hosts: Gordon Firemark Websites:   http://firemark.com , http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremark         Tamera Bennett Website:   http://createprotect.com Twitter: @tamerabennett        Guests Peter Kaufman joins us again for  this episode. Website: http://dealfatigue.com Twitter: @dealfatigue.       Also with us, in the studio:  Chris Blake, one of our interns, just completing his 2L year at Pepperdine Law. Show Notes CROWD-FUNDING AND THE JOBS ACT JOBS ACT/CROWD-FINANCING Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=ad3e7f78-fc57-4909-8d5e-dd9ac6cc6ef7 Key points of the bill: Allows equity-based crowdfunding Removes prohibitions on general solicitation of Regulation D offerings Creates an IPO "on ramp" - Increases threshold for Regulation A "mini public offerings" Raises cap on private shareholders from 500 to 2,000 EFFECT ON FILM FINANCING Filmmaker Magazine: http://www.filmmakermagazine.com/news/2012/04/how-the-jobs-act-will-transform-independent-film-financing/   THEATRE: THE GODSPELL EXAMPLE NY Times: http://mobile.nytimes.com/2012/04/19/theater/for-godspell-on-broadway-crowd-sourced-producers.xml?single=1 VIACOM/YOUTUBE FOLLOW-UP Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=76982154-a450-4e75-a3d8-7b928cbb3865&utm_source=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed&utm_medium=HTML+email+-+Body+-+Federal+section&utm_campaign=Lexology+subscriber+daily+feed&utm_content=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed+2012-04-23&utm_term=   Link to Slip Opinion http://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/isysquery/c5792ca8-db37-4107-b0f7-67548a6a5a5f/1/doc/10-3270_10-3342_opn.pdf#xml=http://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/isysquery/c5792ca8-db37-4107-b0f7-67548a6a5a5f/1/hilite/ Last Samurai - Copyright Script Jury Verdict THResq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/last-samurai-zwick-herskovitz-win-lawsuit-309268 Teller sues over magic trick reveal THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/penn-teller-lawsuit-reveal-secrets-youtube-312296 Art Collector seeks to stop photographer from selling Digital Reprints Entertainment Law Matters: http://www.entertainmentlawmatters.com/?p=2119 Tupac Hologram performs ‘live’ at Coachella Music Festival Billboard: http://www.billboard.biz/bbbiz/industry/legal-and-management/tupac-coachella-hologram-very-unique-legally-1006792552.story Amazon Studios revises terms for writers Filmmaker Magazine: http://www.filmmakermagazine.com/news/2012/04/amazon-studios-revises-terms-for-writers/ Music royalty settlement announced on mechanical royalties Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=4df04006-c8f1-428c-be5b-9f8f47935e9a&goback=%2Egde_2824501_member_109202270 Until next time.... that's showbiz!               Gordon Firemark no 1:14:16 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/03/episode-29-360-deals-rights-of-publicity/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/03/episode-29-360-deals-rights-of-publicity/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:00:39 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/03/episode-29-360-deals-rights-of-publicity/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/03/episode-29-360-deals-rights-of-publicity/feed/ 0 entertainment, media, copyright, trademark, music, film, television, crowdfunding, law   Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: -   360 Deals and the Talent Agencies Act More music sale vs. license litigation Copyright Termination update ReDigi injunction denied Aereo and retransmission fees and more.   Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode:   360 Deals and the Talent Agencies Act More music sale vs. license litigation Copyright Termination update ReDigi injunction denied Aereo and retransmission fees and more. Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Show Notes Hosts:   Gordon P. Firemark Website:   http://firemark http://theatrelawyer.com, Twitter: @gfiremark Tamera Bennett Website:   http://createprotect.com Twitter: @tamerabennett   Our Guest: Erin Jacobson practices  in Los Angeles, California where she represents musicians, songwriters, producers, companies, and other entertainment professionals.  She has held several different positions in the music industry, including a stint as a DJ at USC’s campus radio station,  and in addition to  her transactional work music and entertainment, she also handles handles copyright and trademark issues for her clients in and around the industry.  She scored a great domain name...  Her Web site is at http://themusicindustrylawyer.com 360 DEALS in conflict with the Talent Agencies Act TheMusicIndustryLawyer.com:   “360 Deals and the California Talent Agencies Act:  Are Record Labels Procuring Employment? ” by: Erin M. Jacobson Sister Sledge and Kenny Rogers sue over license revenue share: THR-esq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/sister-sledge-files-class-action-286903 THR-esq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/kenny-rogers-lawsuit-capitol-records-291388 Temptations Join Chorus of Lawsuits Over iTunes Royalties THREsq (3/15/2012): http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/temptations-itunes-lawsuits-300733 Running list of sale vs license lawsuits: http://ipandentertainmentlaw.wordpress.com/2012/03/09/recording-artists-suing-for-digital-royalty-accountings/ Roger Miller Copyright Termination Lexology (3/5/2012): http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=0184062b-dd76-434c-a96c-0b2c9024ea7e&utm_source=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed&utm_medium=HTML+email+-+Body+-+Federal+section&utm_campaign=Lexology+subscriber+daily+feed&utm_content=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed+2012-03-09&utm_term= Decision: http://www.ca6.uscourts.gov/opinions.pdf/12a0049p-06.pdf YMCA Termination THREsq (3/22/2012): http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/ymca-village-people-lawsuit-copyright-termination-303377 Drake sued by ex-GF: NY Daily News: http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music-arts/drake-sued-alleged-ex-girlfriend-marvin-room-royalties-article-1.1016669?localLinksEnabled=false THR-Esq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/drake-girlfriend-marvins-room-lawsuit-286916 FOLLOW-UPS Variety Settles Long-Running Lawsuit Against L.A. Punk Band THREsq (2/13/2012): http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/variety-lawsuit-vandals-punk-band-289700 http://www.vandals.com/Vandals/Variety_Vs._Vandals_Blog/Entries/2011/4/10_Federal_Justice_Sleet_Agrees_with_The_Vandals._Variety_Loses_First_Round%21.html Judge Denies Efforts to Shut Down ReDigi Hollywood Reporter (2/6/2012): http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/redigi-digital-music-lawsuit-287410 Aereo sued over Broadcast Television Retransmission: Chicago Tribune: http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/sns-201203201727reedbusivarietynvr1118051689mar20,0,3231770.story Paul Weiss: http://www.paulweiss.com/files/Publication/996550c4-13ad-4a93-a375-5212822783ca/Presentation/PublicationAttachment/98133588-7295-4138-9d83-5492743e477f/CTD3-9-12.pdf#page=3 Marlon Brando Estate Wins Judgment Against Ashley Furniture: MarketWatch (2/6/2012): http://www.marketwatch. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/02/episode-28-political-campaigns-combat-helicopters-and-batmobiles/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/02/episode-28-political-campaigns-combat-helicopters-and-batmobiles/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:00:42 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/02/episode-28-political-campaigns-combat-helicopters-and-batmobiles/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/02/episode-28-political-campaigns-combat-helicopters-and-batmobiles/feed/ 0 entertainment, media, copyright, trademark, music, film, television, crowdfunding, law In this episode, we discuss political campaign uses of music, tv news clips, etc., We talk with a prominent Canadian entertainment lawyer about differences in copyright law, moral rights, fair use, and more. Plus, In this episode, we discuss political campaign uses of music, tv news clips, etc., We talk with a prominent Canadian entertainment lawyer about differences in copyright law, moral rights, fair use, and more. Plus, a look at several recent cases in the entertainment and media law fields. Gordon Firemark no 1:13:04 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/01/episode-27-top-10-stories-of-2011/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/01/episode-27-top-10-stories-of-2011/#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:00:26 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/01/episode-27-top-10-stories-of-2011/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2012/01/episode-27-top-10-stories-of-2011/feed/ 0 entertainment, media, copyright, trademark, music, film, television, crowdfunding, law Round up of 2011's top entertainment, copyright, trademark and media law stories. Round up of 2011's top entertainment, copyright, trademark and media law stories. Gordon Firemark no 1:12:11 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/12/episode-26-attack-of-the-little-trees/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/12/episode-26-attack-of-the-little-trees/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:00:52 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=792 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/12/episode-26-attack-of-the-little-trees/feed/ 0 entertainment, media, copyright, trademark, music, film, television, crowdfunding, law Guest Peter Kaufman joins hosts Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett for this roundup of legal news and opinion covering the fields of Film, Television, Music, Theatre, Copyright, Trademark and Internet law. Guest Peter Kaufman joins hosts Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett for this roundup of legal news and opinion covering the fields of Film, Television, Music, Theatre, Copyright, Trademark and Internet law. Gordon Firemark no 1:12:11 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/10/episode-025-whats-with-all-the-zombies/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/10/episode-025-whats-with-all-the-zombies/#comments Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:30:10 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=786 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/10/episode-025-whats-with-all-the-zombies/feed/ 0 Monthly roundup of entertainment law news and case briefs from Entertainment Lawyers Gordon P. Firemark and Tamera Bennett Monthly roundup of entertainment law news and case briefs from Entertainment Lawyers Gordon P. Firemark and Tamera Bennett Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/09/episode-024-wronghaven-immaterial-girls-noodle-bowls/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/09/episode-024-wronghaven-immaterial-girls-noodle-bowls/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:30:46 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=776 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/09/episode-024-wronghaven-immaterial-girls-noodle-bowls/feed/ 0 copyright,Intellectual Property,law In this Episode: - Righthaven is wrong... even more $10 infringement settlements Tenenbaum award reinstated Indies sue Limewire Betty Boop ruling revised Material Girl trademark suit proceeds You can't copyright food In this Episode: Righthaven is wrong... even more $10 infringement settlements Tenenbaum award reinstated Indies sue Limewire Betty Boop ruling revised Material Girl trademark suit proceeds You can't copyright food Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/08/elu-episode-023-monkeying-around-with-copyright-law/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/08/elu-episode-023-monkeying-around-with-copyright-law/#comments Sat, 20 Aug 2011 05:00:31 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=771 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/08/elu-episode-023-monkeying-around-with-copyright-law/feed/ 0 This latest episode of Entertainment Law Update Podcast is now available. Please visit our Web site to listen, or subscribe and download using iTunes, Android or your preferred podcatcher. This latest episode of Entertainment Law Update Podcast is now available. Please visit our Web site to listen, or subscribe and download using iTunes, Android or your preferred podcatcher. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/07/761/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/07/761/#comments Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:58:09 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=761 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/07/761/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Hangover Tattoo case settled Hot News Claim - not so hot California Video Game Law unconstitutional You don't mess with the Zohan.. In court, either. Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Hangover Tattoo case settled Hot News Claim - not so hot California Video Game Law unconstitutional You don't mess with the Zohan.. In court, either. Photo Credit removal is DMCA breach and more... GET CLE CREDIT for this episode.   Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Show Notes Warner Bros. Settles 'Hangover II' Tattoo Lawsuit Whitmill v. Warner Bros.THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/warner-bros-settles-hangover-ii-203377 . Second Circuit Finds "Hot News" Misappropriation Claim Preempted By Copyright Act In Barclay's Capital Inc. v. TheFlyontheWall.com, Link to decision. Copyright Litigation Blog: http://copyrightlitigation.blogspot.com/2011/06/reaping-and-sowing-copyrights-second.html Rebecca Black's 'Friday' Taken Off YouTube Rebecca Black adv. Ark Music THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/rebecca-blacks-friday-taken-youtube-202893 TMZ: http://www.tmz.com/2011/06/16/rebecca-black-friday-song-youtube-copyright-music-video-official/ Supreme Court Strikes Down California Video Game Law Brown v. Entertainment Merchants Association, THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/supreme-court-strikes-down-california-205827 Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=7a61f80f-27f1-4b7f-a2ac-75241356876f&utm_source=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed&utm_medium=HTML+email+-+Body+-+Federal+section&utm_campaign=Lexology+subscriber+daily+feed&utm_content=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed+2011-07-04&utm_term= California video game law: http://info.sen.ca.gov/pub/05-06/bill/asm/ab_1151-1200/ab_1179_bill_20051007_chaptered.html Supreme Court decision: http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/10pdf/08-1448.pdf Is the idea to use a hair dryer as a weapon copyrightable? No, says Second Circuit. Cabell v. Sony Pictures http://www.scribd.com/doc/58902438/Cabell-v-SONY-Pictures THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/appeals-court-backs-adam-sandler-205956 Shock Jocks' Photo Credit Edit Breached DMCA: 3rd Circ Murphy v. Millenium Radio Group, LLC. Link to decision: http://www.ca3.uscourts.gov/opinarch/102163p.pdf Law360: http://www.law360.com/ip/articles/251395?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ip Lexology: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=9ebcb548-f480-458a-93cb-fd2340d07e18 Songwriter Wins Round in Legal Battle with Summit Over 'Twilight' Song THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/songwriter-wins-round-legal-battle-200813 Bridal shop loses trademark rights for naked licensing Eva’s Bridal Ltd. v. Halanick Enter., Inc., Case No. 10-2863 (7th Cir., May 10, 2011). Link to decision: http://www.trademarkandcopyrightlawblog.com/uploads/file/Eva.pdf See also: http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=024256a9-c6b5-4a34-a12a-72a4d5e80aa3&utm_source=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed&utm_medium=HTML+email+-+Body+-+Federal+section&utm_campaign=Lexology+subscriber+daily+feed&utm_content=Lexology+Daily+Newsfeed+2011-06-13&utm_term= See also, FreecycleSunnyvale v. The Freecycle Network, __ F.3d. __, 2010 WL 4749044, No. 08-16382 (9th Cir. Nov. 24, 2010).  Abandonment of trademark by naked license. RCFP: http://www.rcfp.org/newsitems/index.php?i=11931 List of Anti Slapp Statutes by State   Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/06/episode-21-tough-cookies-and-heart-attacks/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/06/episode-21-tough-cookies-and-heart-attacks/#comments Tue, 14 Jun 2011 06:41:39 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=747 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/06/episode-21-tough-cookies-and-heart-attacks/feed/ 0 Automotive,Business,Dish Network,Harley Davidson,Hayden Christensen,Makes and Models,Motorcycle,United States Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett discuss recent cases, rulings, regulations and news stories of interest to the entertainment legal community. Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett discuss recent cases, rulings, regulations and news stories of interest to the entertainment legal community. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/05/entertainment-law-update-episode-20-tattoos-and-topiaries/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/05/entertainment-law-update-episode-20-tattoos-and-topiaries/#comments Thu, 12 May 2011 05:10:06 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=743 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/05/entertainment-law-update-episode-20-tattoos-and-topiaries/feed/ 0 entertainment, show business, copyright, trademark, music, film, publicity, law, lawyers, litigation Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: follow ups on Righthaven, Girls Gone Wild,etc. Bratz  verdict of $88.5 Million Copyright doesn't pre-empt contract and confidence claims Vandals smear Variety Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: follow ups on Righthaven, Girls Gone Wild,etc. Bratz  verdict of $88.5 Million Copyright doesn't pre-empt contract and confidence claims Vandals smear Variety No moral rights in landscape design? Tattoo Law and more... GET CLE CREDIT for this episode.   Entertainment Law Update is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio Show Notes Follow Ups Girls Gone Wild founder cleared in civil case Righthaven Copyright Troll Clobbered: Judge Finds Use of Entire News Article Fair Use Righthaven and the Case or Controversy Clause But Your Honor, We Bought The Right To Sue! Bratz Mattel, MGA Fight Final Brawl Over Bratz Rights How the Bratz Verdict May Impact You Bryant/MGA v. Mattel (Bratz dolls) Bloomberg: http://tinyurl.com/3pq47kl LA Times: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-bratz-verdict-20110422,0,6609913.story In a retrial over who owns the rights to the billion-dollar Bratz doll franchise, a federal jury found that Mattel misappropriated trade secrets from MGA and owes the company $88.5 million. An 8-person jury unanimously rejected Mattel’s copyright infringement claims and said that Mattel did not own the rights to the Bratz dolls, early models or sketches; and said that MGA did not steal trade secrets.ew trial. 9th Circuit rules contract and breach of confidence claims NOT pre-empted by Copyright law Larry Montz, et al v. Pilgrim Films & Television, In, et al Alien vs Predator  infringement plaintiff loses on access AND similarity Muller v. Twentieth Century Fox Film Corp. Lexology: http://tinyurl.com/44aa6hn Opinion: http://tinyurl.com/3zqfhbg Variety takes on The Vandals in Delaware and loses ground... case will move to California Variety Loses Round One to Punk Band In Album Cover Dispute ... THREsq: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/variety-loses-round-one-punk-179026 Punk Band Wins Legal Skirmish, Lambastes Plaintiff and Opposing Counsel in Animated Video Moral Rights in your backyard? Landscaper artist’s "rights of integrity" not violated by city trimming his garden TheSeventh Circuit recently rejected a landscape artist’s claim that his rights of integrity were violated when the city of Chicago altered his artistic garden in Chicago’s Grant Park. The Court held that a garden cannot be copyrighted and thus, an artist cannot successfully claim that his “moral rights” are violated if the garden is altered or destroyed. Fake Script infringed by blog? Lionsgate claims that reviewing false script is copyright infringement http://www.techdirt.com/articles/20110411/03242213846/lionsgate-claims-that-reviewing-fake-script-is-copyright-infringement.shtml A&E loses appeal of idea theft claim Appeals Court Upholds $4M Verdict Against A&E Over 'Flip This House” Comic Book Cases Stan Lee Media v. Stan Lee http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/stan-lee-fights-legal-war-176918 In the latest news regarding the long-running legal battle between comic book writer/creator Stan Lee and the company that bears his name, Stan Lee Media Inc., a California federal judge will decide whether a trial is necessary to determine who holds the rights to Marvel characters such as Spiderman, the Incredible Hulk, X-Men, Iron Man, the Fantastic Four, and Thor. Warner Bros./DC Comics and Superman litigation http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/new-setback-warner-bros-superman-177832 In the latest move in Warner Bros. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/04/episode-019-boop-boop-be-doo/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/04/episode-019-boop-boop-be-doo/#comments Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:09:45 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=737 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/04/episode-019-boop-boop-be-doo/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Follow Ups Penguin Group Golan v. Holder Documentary/Reality and privacy rights Cariou v. Prince Betty Boop and more... - GET CLE CREDIT for this episode.   - Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Follow Ups Penguin Group Golan v. Holder Documentary/Reality and privacy rights Cariou v. Prince Betty Boop and more... GET CLE CREDIT for this episode.   Entertainm... Gordon Firemark no 1:09:02 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/03/special-edition-jonathan-handel-hollywood-on-strike/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/03/special-edition-jonathan-handel-hollywood-on-strike/#comments Thu, 10 Mar 2011 07:00:29 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=704 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/03/special-edition-jonathan-handel-hollywood-on-strike/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: 310-243-6231 In this SPECIAL Episode: Jonathan Handel talks about the 2007-2009 Hollywood labor strife and his new book on the subject. - BUY THE BOOK - Hollywood on Strike! Call us with your feedback: 310-243-6231 In this SPECIAL Episode: Jonathan Handel talks about the 2007-2009 Hollywood labor strife and his new book on the subject. BUY THE BOOK Hollywood on Strike!: An Industry at War in the Internet Age (print) Hollywood on Strike!: An Industry at War in the Internet Age (kindle) Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/03/episode-18-of-beauty-queens-and-footlong-sandwiches/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/03/episode-18-of-beauty-queens-and-footlong-sandwiches/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2011 04:43:32 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=700 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/03/episode-18-of-beauty-queens-and-footlong-sandwiches/feed/ 2 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Follow Ups Gaga / Madonna Tolkien estate vs. Book Author Subway Footlong trademark claims King's Speech/No Animals Harmed Superbowl Class Action Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Follow Ups Gaga / Madonna Tolkien estate vs. Book Author Subway Footlong trademark claims King's Speech/No Animals Harmed Superbowl Class Action Medical Justice and DMCA fo... Gordon Firemark no 1:12:26 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/01/episode-17-can-kanye-write-songs-140-characters-at-a-time/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/01/episode-17-can-kanye-write-songs-140-characters-at-a-time/#comments Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:56:32 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=691 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2011/01/episode-17-can-kanye-write-songs-140-characters-at-a-time/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Follow Ups UMG v. Augusto Brill v. Disney New CRB Royalty Rates Josh Groban sings Kanye’s tweets Right of Publicity cases and the Constitution Record Labels to pay $47. Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: Follow Ups UMG v. Augusto Brill v. Disney New CRB Royalty Rates Josh Groban sings Kanye’s tweets Right of Publicity cases and the Constitution Record Labels to pay $47.5 Mi... Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/12/episode-16/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/12/episode-16/#comments Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:45 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=675 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/12/episode-16/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: follow ups Recent Cases and Decisions Some online resources we use to keep on top of the stories. Our top stories for 2010 - GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: follow ups Recent Cases and Decisions Some online resources we use to keep on top of the stories. Our top stories for 2010 GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Entertainment Law Update  is brought to you by Clio, the best way to manage your practice online. Clio allows you to manage your matters, clients, time, bills, trust accounts and more all through a a secure, easy-to-use, web-based interface. For a free 30-day trial and 25% off your first 6 months of Clio, sign up at www.goclio.com and enter promotional code [ENTLAW]" Or, just visit http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/clio SHOW NOTES FOLLOW UPS Jim Morrison pardoned for 1969 Indecent Exposure conviction Conviction stemmed from a concert given at the Dinner Key Auditorium in Miami, and  Morrison died before his appeal could be heard. Doors drummer John Densmore told The Hollywood Reporter that Morrison was charged with the wrong thing. "He was drunk and disorderly, but he didn't whip it out," Densmore explained. Dora the Explorer Suit settled Supreme Court Denies Cert in Harper (innocent infringer) file sharing case Maverick Recordings v. Harper The Fifth Circuit ruled that Harper cannot claim the "innocent infringer" defense because the record label plaintiffs had affixed proper notices on physical CDs embodying the works at issue. See 17 U.S.C. § 402(d) ("If a notice of copyright in the form and position specified by this section appears on the published phonorecord or phonorecords to which a defendant in a copyright infringement suit had access, then no weight shall be given to such a defendant’s interposition of a defense based on innocent infringement in mitigation of actual or statutory damages, except as provided in the last sentence of section 504."). The Supreme Court's refusal to hear the case leaves the Fifth Circuit's decision in place. Copyrights & Campaigns: Thomas-Rasset: I owe nothing; labels seek injunction; court to Nesson: you're no amicus of mineso Most recent verdict resulted in a $1.5 Million (24 songs at $62,500 each) award to the plaintiffs, again based on statutory damages... Defendant is forgoing a remittitur motion, and instead moves for modification of the award to $0, on Due Process Grounds. The argument is that the Plaintiffs didn’t prove their actual damages, so any ‘punitive’ award must bear some relation to the actual injury CAUSED BY the Defendant.  (READ CONCLUSION FROM MOTION) Meanwhile, the defendants are seeking an injunction against further infringement, and the court REJECTED an amicus brief from Professor Charles Nesson, who represented Joel Tannenbaum in his file-sharing suit, which had similar issues. CASES & OTHER ENTERTAINMENT LAW NEWS Lawsuit Seeks to expose truth behind  “Catfish” http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/blogs/thr-esq/lawsuit-seeks-expose-truth-catfish-55969 Catfish is ostensibly a documentary about a guy who falls in love with a woman he met online, but never in person.  Supposedly, she’s musician, and sends him beautiful pictures of herself and some of her recorded songs. (except they’re not hers...he eventually figures this out by comparing her songs to  some songs from YouTube.   Then he goes to her house to confront her, and learns that she’s not young, she’s not pretty and she’s not single. So, the question is whether the whole film is a fabrication. Why does it matter... well, the record company Spin Move Records owns the  recording of one of the songs the woman claimed as her own (Amy Kuney’s “All Downhill from here”)  ... and their  parent company, Threshold Media, is suing. The filmmakers, and the distributor claim it’s fair-use.  The label says it’s not.  Not if the film or the relevant scenes were staged or set-up. But does it matter?  If it really is a documentary, is it a fair use? (Shades of Joaquin Phoenix / Letterman situation we discussed in episode 14) Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/11/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-15-tiny-astronauts-and-child-actresses/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/11/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-15-tiny-astronauts-and-child-actresses/#comments Thu, 04 Nov 2010 07:00:56 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=651 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/11/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-15-tiny-astronauts-and-child-actresses/feed/ 0 Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: follow ups Ageism in Hollywood is getting out of hand Hitchcock Movies never go out of style Oprah gets sued for publicizing author's work Call us with your feedback: (310) 243-6231 In this Episode: follow ups Ageism in Hollywood is getting out of hand Hitchcock Movies never go out of style Oprah gets sued for publicizing author's work Photographer claims r TV movie photo infringes his image You did what I asked of you... How could you do that to me? Do tiny astronauts have a right of publicity? Bob Marley Family loses GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. SHOW NOTES QUICK TAKES & FOLLOW UPS Lime Wire Shut Down The United States District Court, Southern District, has issued a permanent injunction against operation of the P2P downloading site Lime Wire, ending a drawn-out legal battle. Citing evidence that the site is used "overwhelmingly for infringement" and that Lime Wire "encouraged infringement" among other things, Judge Kimba Wood issued the injunction on October 26th on behalf of numerous record companies including Arista Records, Capitol Records, and Sony Music Entertainment. As revenge, 'Anonymous' cyber  group hacks RIAA  website - site was down for 14 hours. We  mentioned the terrific Intellectual Property Colloquium podcast, hosted by UCLA Law Professor Doug Lichtman where episode 14 is a clever approach to voicing the arguments in Viacom v. YouTube. The Guys over at Technically Legal reported on the dismissal of  Righthaven’s case against Michael Nelson on fair use grounds.  (Righthaven is the outfit that’s suing bloggers over news items being republished.)  Trouble is, the decision to dismiss was made by the JUDGE, on the pleadings...., even though Fair Use requires a fact-based analysis.  Is this grounds for appeal?  Isn’t Fair Use a question for the jury? Technnically Legal post Court Order dismissing case Techdirt:  The Rise of Mass Copyright Infringement Filing Shakedown Factories in the US Cake Boss title dispute settled. http://amlawdaily.typepad.com/amlawdaily/2010/10/cakebosssettlement.html We Ask the Listeners:  Should the plaintiffs in a “Girls Gone Wild” lawsuit against Joe Francis be allowed to proceed anonymously? Call us with your opinions and thoughts. Our listener feedback number is (310) 243-6231 Free speech battle over 'Girls Gone Wild' lawsuit The girls were all under 18 at the time they were taped exposing themselves to  camera.  Now in their 20s, they want to spare themselves unnecessary humiliation. The free speech battle flared when a federal judge in Florida rejected the request to allow the women to file the lawsuit without using their name, prompting an appeal. That led Florida Freedom Newspapers Inc. and the Southern Newspaper Publishers Association to wade into the First Amendment fight. These media outlets want access to the information, and claim "It ought to be up to the press to manage this information - and not up to the courts," "The editorial process is based on access to openness," said  Jeffery Nobles, attorney for the newspapers association. "And the purpose of fact-checking is obscured and prevented when parties come to court anonymously." STORIES Is age-ism in Hollywood getting out of hand?.  Dora the Explorer voice actress dismissed after hitting puberty. http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/39572576 Caitlin Sanchez was 12 when she was hired as the voice of Nickelodeon's hitanimated series "Dora the Explorer." She was paid $5,115 per episode and allegedly promised a cut of Dora's lucrative merchandising revenue. Now, three years later, after being dismissed from her role because she reached puberty and could no longer provide the correct-sounding voice, Sanchez has some observers questioning the network's practices in hiring minors. The teen's lawsuit  says that she signed an "unconscionable" contract without the advice of an attorney. Instead, Sanchez, her parents and her agent (who is now said to have been inexperienced) were given 22 minutes to sign the deal or lose the "Dora" gig. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/09/643/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/09/643/#comments Thu, 30 Sep 2010 01:03:50 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=643 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/09/643/feed/ 0 In this Episode: follow ups Letterman v. Phoenix? Naked Cowpersons Eminem wins on downloads ASCAP Loses on downloads MADONNA not the only material girl Ivi, Inc. says it doesn't need a license for tv rebroadcasts In this Episode: follow ups Letterman v. Phoenix? Naked Cowpersons Eminem wins on downloads ASCAP Loses on downloads MADONNA not the only material girl Ivi, Inc. says it doesn't need a license for tv rebroadcasts Righthaven: Troll or Defender? Vernor v. Autodesk - is the first sale doctrine dead? GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. SHOW NOTES Follow ups Paris Hilton settles “That’s Hot” litigation greeting card featured a scene with a  caption that read "Paris's First Day as a Waitress" and made a pun on her trademarked catch phrase, "That's Hot." In 2007, Hilton sued, claiming her publicity rights had been violated. Lindsay Lohan Settles “Milkaholic” suit - poll says she’s “too sensitive”http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/gossip/2010/09/lindsay-lohan-etrade-settle-milkaholic-baby-lawsuit-poll.html Fox News settles Bernie Madoff footage dispute (use of footage ran beyond the license term... settled by stipulation, terms not disclosed) Viacom appeals Google/Youtube ruling not much to say here... we wait and see. Judge more than doubles award to Don Johnson in 'Nash Bridges' lawsuit | L.A. NOW | Los Angeles TimesLast Month, the jury awarded Johnson $23.2 million in profits from the show. The actor contended that he owned half of the show’s copyright but had not been paid his share of the profits.In Wednesday’s ruling, Judge Michael Stern ordered Rysher Entertainment to pay pre-judgment interest to the actor on top of the verdict, bringing the total sum to more than $51 million. Celador wins interest award of $50 Million in “Millionaire” case  (on a $270 Million damages award) Stories Letterman threatens suit against Joaquin Phoenix over use of late show footage in film Would David Letterman sue Joaquin Phoenix? (video) YouTube - Joaquin Phoenix Bizarre Interview on Letterman: The New Andy Kaufman? - www.twitter.com/mjdasilva SpringBoardMedia: Fair Use, Mockumentary and Letterman Naked Cowboy vs Naked Cowgirl Naked Cowgirl trying to invalidate Naked Cowboy trademark Burck's Trademark registration number 3792432 Trademark Trials and Appeals Blog  http://ttablog.com Eminem Wins lawsuit  against label over characterization of downloads Issue was whether Aftermath’s provision of Eminem’s songs to iTunes was a “sale” or “license” for purposes of a contract drafted in the pre-digital age. Media Law Prof Blog: Ninth Circuit: Downloads "Licensed" Under Eminem's Contract; Entitled To Fifty Percent Royalties Lexology - The Ninth Circuit's Eminem license vs sale decision F.B.T. Productions vs. Aftermath Records US 9th Circuit Opinion 2nd Circuit ruled (just yesterday (9/28)) against ASCAP (ASCAP v. YAHOO, et.al.) upholding a lower court ruling  that DOWNLOADS are NOT public Performances http://www.billboard.biz/bbbiz/content_display/industry/e3i513cc43382b2c2e36cb6ff07e07a902a Supreme Court to review file-sharing case Harper v. Maverick Recording Co. Supreme Court could take its first RIAA file-sharing case Supreme Court requests response on 'innocent infringer' cert. petition Madonna sued LA Triumph, a clothing manufacturer based in — where else? — Los Angeles, says Madonna’s Material Girl line of clothing for Macy’s breaches its trademark for the name. The company claims it’s owned a brand of clothing called Material Girl since 1997. Madonna Lawsuit - Material Girl Sued | Styleite New Live TV Streaming startup Ivi, Inc. relying on interesting copyright provisions to avoid liability ivi, Inc., has raised $1 million in venture funding with a self-proclaimed "legal strategy" to rebroadcast television online without the permission of broadcasters or content-owners. The company claims it doesn't need to actually have permission from broadcasters or content owners. Instead, according to an interviewgiven by ivi founder and CEO Todd Weaver to TechFlash, Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/08/episode_13/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/08/episode_13/#comments Thu, 26 Aug 2010 01:00:36 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=624 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/08/episode_13/feed/ 0 Entertainment Law Update - Episode 13 In this Episode: Follow Ups: Justin Bieber; Tenenbaum, Kate Plus 8 Fleeting Expletives JayZ wins A few Fair Use cases Copyrights, Trademark cases Some BIG wins for plaintiffs in profit participation suits. Entertainment Law Update - Episode 13 In this Episode: Follow Ups: Justin Bieber; Tenenbaum, Kate Plus 8 Fleeting Expletives JayZ wins A few Fair Use cases Copyrights, Trademark cases Some BIG wins for plaintiffs in profit participation suits. Gordon Firemark no 3:21 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/06/entertainment-law-update-episode-12-youtube-hurt-locker-idea-theft-more/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/06/entertainment-law-update-episode-12-youtube-hurt-locker-idea-theft-more/#comments Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:43 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=600 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/06/entertainment-law-update-episode-12-youtube-hurt-locker-idea-theft-more/feed/ 0 attorney,cle,copyright,credit,dmca,hurt locker,law,lawyer,media,podcast,publicity,safe harbor In this Episode: - Follow up on Hot News Viacom loses suit against YouTube. Hurt Locker Suit(s) Idea Theft Tribute Band Names Celebrity Rights of publicity In this Episode: Follow up on Hot News Viacom loses suit against YouTube. Hurt Locker Suit(s) Idea Theft Tribute Band Names Celebrity Rights of publicity Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/05/episode011/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/05/episode011/#comments Tue, 25 May 2010 01:00:24 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=547 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/05/episode011/feed/ 0 In this Episode: Ethics and the non-practicing attorney... a long tail Zorro draws its sword against M&M candies "Free Scooter!" cries Justin Bieber. Dramatic vs. Non-Dramatic rights in musical works In this Episode: Ethics and the non-practicing attorney... a long tail Zorro draws its sword against M&M candies "Free Scooter!" cries Justin Bieber. Dramatic vs. Non-Dramatic rights in musical works Ride-along producer : Ride-along defendant? Bryant v. Media Right, Orchard Arista v. Lime Group Hot News Misappropriation GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Quick Takes: Ethics/Professional Responsibility,  a long tail?  Caveats for non-practicing lawyers. Randy Quaid, Lloyd Braun and the lingering duties to former clients Conflicts of Interest in the Entertainment Law Context Just for Kicks:  Legal Specialty areas you'd never have thought of.... Tattoo Law: When Your Tattoo Turns Out Not-so-'Beatiful' tattoolaw.com The Law of Tattoos Tattooed Brands Global Survey 2009 Law and Magic Blog Zorro vs. M&M masked character Zorro sues over masked M&Ms character M&M Trademark Infringement with Zorro Zorro Productions, Inc. v. Mars, Inc. (ND Ca., filed March 22, 2010). Manager liability for inciting a riot? Crime Time: Should Justin Bieber's manager really be prosecuted for a mall riot?--The Hollywood Reporter | Esq. | Entertainment and Media Law Dramatic vs. Non-dramatic musical works, concert vs. "Grand Rights" “Jersey Boys” Is Suing and Being Sued « CREATE PROTECT Frankie Valli Files Suit Over 'Jersey Boys' Knock-Off Music Rights for Plays and Musicals Beauty, Beast and Hunchback Score Dramatic Victory Jersey Boys, LP v. Gehling, Cause No:1:2010cv03060 (SDNY), filed April 9, 2010. Corbello v. DeVito, 1:2007cv00985, (ED Tex. [Beaumont] filed Dec. 28, 2007 venue moved to Corbello v. DeVito, 2:08-cv-00867-RCJ-PA, (Nev.). Ride Along TV producer = ride-along defendant? Lexology - Federal court: media defendants may be liable in Chicago ride-along case Media Ride-Alongs Lead to Civil Rights Suits Bryant v. Media Right, Orchard, et.al. Did an appeals court just give the music industry a big break? Record Album Only Supports One Statutory Damages Award -- Offer of Judgment in Copyright Cases RIAA vs. Limewire  win for the music industry. RIAA wins big in LimeWire lawsuit | Media Maverick - CNET News http://thresq.hollywoodreporter.com/2010/05/limewire-decision.html HOT NEWS Appeals Court Puts Hold On Hot News Ruling Until Full Appeal Is Done Internet Financial News Aggregator Enjoined under New York Hot News Misappropriation Law : New Media and Technology Law Blog Breaking News: Dow Jones Files "Hot News" Case Against Briefing.com | Citizen Media Law Project Lexology - Social networking sites that collect "hot news" are in the hot seat The Trademark Blog: Get Your Hot News Compaint Here Lexology - Hot-news misappropriation Recommended Reading: Tyler Ochoa on the Legacy of the Statute of Anne Gordon Firemark no 1:23:47 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/05/were-official/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/05/were-official/#comments Fri, 14 May 2010 06:59:42 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=538 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/05/were-official/feed/ 0 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/04/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-10-use-the-force-big-boy-and-watch-out-for-beyonces-undies/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/04/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-10-use-the-force-big-boy-and-watch-out-for-beyonces-undies/#comments Tue, 13 Apr 2010 21:24:09 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=502 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/04/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-10-use-the-force-big-boy-and-watch-out-for-beyonces-undies/feed/ 0 * Intellectual Property protection of movie memorabilia, replicas, etc. * Big trouble over Big Boy statue * Avatar, Hurt Locker draw the inevitable lawsuits * Beyonce's underwear gets designer's panties in a twist. * and, more... * Intellectual Property protection of movie memorabilia, replicas, etc. * Big trouble over Big Boy statue * Avatar, Hurt Locker draw the inevitable lawsuits * Beyonce's underwear gets designer's panties in a twist. * and, more... Gordon Firemark no 1:06:37 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/03/entertainment-law-update-episode-9-olympic-trademarks-album-integrity-avatar-litigation-and-more/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/03/entertainment-law-update-episode-9-olympic-trademarks-album-integrity-avatar-litigation-and-more/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:00:29 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=477 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/03/entertainment-law-update-episode-9-olympic-trademarks-album-integrity-avatar-litigation-and-more/feed/ 0 * IP and the Olympics * Sculptural works, photographs and subsequent uses * Album Integrity in the age of digital downloads * IP and the Olympics * Sculptural works, photographs and subsequent uses * Album Integrity in the age of digital downloads Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/01/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-8-rights-of-publicity-et-al/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/01/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-8-rights-of-publicity-et-al/#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2010 02:00:28 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=349 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2010/01/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-8-rights-of-publicity-et-al/feed/ 1 GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Dick v. Google Vanessa Hudgens nude photos Taco Bell domain name issue, and more - SHOW NOTES Estate of Philip K. Dick vs. Google - Trademark claims re "Nexus One" branding for mobile phone d... GET CLE CREDIT for this episode. Dick v. Google Vanessa Hudgens nude photos Taco Bell domain name issue, and more SHOW NOTES Estate of Philip K. Dick vs. Google - Trademark claims re "Nexus One" branding for mobile phone d... Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/12/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-7-problem-exists-between-keyboard-and-chair-2/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/12/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-7-problem-exists-between-keyboard-and-chair-2/#comments Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:52:08 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=452 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/12/entertainment-law-update-podcast-episode-7-problem-exists-between-keyboard-and-chair-2/feed/ 0 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/11/episode6/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/11/episode6/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:27 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=263 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/11/episode6/feed/ 0 Approximate Running Time: 01:07 CLE CREDIT COMING SOON! - Record Date:  November 16, 2009, 2:15pm PDT SHOW NOTES TOPICS: Quick Takes: Noonan v. Staples -  Jury: Truthful E-Mail Sent About Fired Staples Manager Wasn't Libelous Approximate Running Time: 01:07 CLE CREDIT COMING SOON! Record Date:  November 16, 2009, 2:15pm PDT SHOW NOTES TOPICS: Quick Takes: Noonan v. Staples -  Jury: Truthful E-Mail Sent About Fired Staples Manager Wasn't Libelous Disney settles with Luxo over the Luxo Jr. Lamp - .http://www.thresq.com/2009/11/pixar-luxo-lamp-settlement.html Carly Simon is suing her record label & starbucks over poor marketing of record - http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/12/arts/music/12simon.html? Response from Starbucks http://news.starbucks.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=283 FTC Guidelines for Bloggers http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/06/business/media/06adco.html?_r=3&em Revised Endorsement and Testimonial Guides: http://ftc.gov/os/2009/10/091005revisedendorsementguides.pdf FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION, 16 CFR Part 255, Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising: http://www2.ftc.gov/os/2009/10/091005endorsementguidesfnnotice.pdf Regs More helpful links: http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2009/10/endortest.shtm Bottom line: if a blogger/celebrity has a relationship with a company, then she/he must be upfront about the relationship.  To be safe, disclose the connections you have.  If they sent you samples, tell your audience.  Think about what protects the consumer. Vent v. Mars Snackfood U.S., LLC M&M Mars not liable in idea submisson case surrounding 'addams family' characters/cross promotion Entertainment Broker did not establish that there was a confidential or fiduciary relationship arising from her submission of idea to Mars.  Under  New Jersey Misappropriation of Idea Statute, plaintiff  mustshow that (1) the idea was novel; (2) it was made in confidence to the defendant; and (3) it was adopted and used by the defendant in connection with his own activities.. The district court granted defendant’s motion to dismiss because Vent’s idea was not novel and because she did not convey it in confidence. The court also rejected Vent’s argument that it is customary in the entertainment and marketing industries for a pitch to be confidential; as the court noted, Mars is not in the entertainment or marketing industries and thus cannot be expected to know or abide by such standards. The Weinstein Co. v. Smokewood Entertainment Decision reached in "Push" case - emails do NOT satisfy the statute of frauds requiring written assignment of copyright interest, and did not suffice as evidence of agreement http://www.schwimmerlegal.com/2009/11/oral_contract_n.html http://www.scribd.com/doc/22155496/Decision-Twc-Oral-Copyright http://www.thresq.com/2009/02/lionsgate-moves-first-to-dismiss-weinsteins-push-suit-.html http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/entertainmentnewsbuzz/2009/09/inside-the-battle-for-precious.html Jon Gosselin has countersued against TLC, on grounds that his contract is ILLEGAL - citing child labor violations, among other things (TLC is suing Gosselin for breach of contract exclusivity by appearing on other TV shows, engaging in celebrity endorsements, etc. California's new anti-paparazzi statute  -The amendment to the 11-year-old law which made it illegal for photographers to trespass, both physically and constructively, with the intention of photographing celebrities engaged in personal and familial activities in a "manner that is offensive to a reasonable person" – now allows plaintiffs to file suit against any media organization that sells, transmits or publishes an image knowing it was obtained through such illegal trespass. Prior Statute: (1998) http://www.firstamendmentcenter.org/news.aspx?id=11029Beatles MP3s - 2005 version http://www.hollywood.com/news/Arnold_Schwarzenegger_Approves_Tough_New_Paparazzi_Law/2445824 2009 law http://blogs.wsj.com/law/2009/10/14/will-californias-new-anti-paparazzi-law-unleash-a-torrent-of-law-suits/ Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/09/entertainment-law-update-podcast-epsiode-5-of-hobbits-lamps-photographers-google-books/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/09/entertainment-law-update-podcast-epsiode-5-of-hobbits-lamps-photographers-google-books/#comments Tue, 22 Sep 2009 03:00:46 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=290 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/09/entertainment-law-update-podcast-epsiode-5-of-hobbits-lamps-photographers-google-books/feed/ 0 Approximate Running Time: 01:03 CLE CREDIT COMING SOON! Show notes... after the jump - Show Notes - QUICK TAKES Launchcast is NOT an interactive service Launchcast is a webcasting service that provides users... Approximate Running Time: 01:03 CLE CREDIT COMING SOON! Show notes... after the jump Show Notes QUICK TAKES Launchcast is NOT an interactive service Launchcast is a webcasting service that provides users with individualized internet radio stations – the content of which can be affected by users’ ratings of songs, artists, and albums – is an interactive service within the meaning of 17 U.S.C. § 114(j)(7).  If it is an interactive service, the webcasting service would be required to pay individual licensing fees to those copyright holders of the sound recordings of songs the webcasting service plays for its users http://news.softpedia.com/news/Yahoo-Wins-Copyright-Infringement-Lawsuit-119902.shtml http://www.thresq.com/2009/08/webcasting-interactive-launchcast.html http://www.broadcastlawblog.com/2009/08/articles/internet-radio/court-of-appeals-determines-that-launchcast-is-not-an-interactive-service-thus-not-needing-direct-licenses-from-the-record-labels/ http://www.thresq.com/2009/08/webcasting-interactive-launchcast.html Jessica Seinfeld's win in cookbook copyright case. http://www.thresq.com/2009/09/jessica-seinfeld-wins-cookbook-copyright-lawsuit.html The King of Beers not getting the royal treatment in Europe.  - Bud Battle? http://ipandentertainmentlaw.wordpress.com/2009/09/10/bud-battle-continues-in-czech-court/ Dish Network/Echostar fined $200 Million for contempt in TiVo Case http://www.deadline.com/hollywood/court-awards-tivo-200m-in-damages-from-dishechostar-in-patent-case /http://mcsmith.blogs.com/eastern_district_of_texas/2009/06/court-grants-tivos-motion-to-hold-echostar-in-contempt.html United Transp. Union Local 1745 v. City Of Albuquerque City of Albuquerque orders transcripts of hearings.  Plaintiff's attorney then obtains transcripts through Inspection of Public Records Act , instead of purchasing from Ct. Reporter service.  Service sues.  Held:   Defense.  No property right in the transcripts. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ExclusiveRights/~3/4MdN3qBKe7M/ http://www.exclusiverights.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/United-Transportation-Union-Local-1745-v.-City-of-Albuquerque.pdf PHOTOGRAPHY Annie Leibovitz in legal hot-water - 1 case settled, 1 to go Art Capital Group - Copyright as security for loans? This dispute is between Annie Liebovitz and Art Capital Group over Ms. Leibovitz's refusal or inability to pay back her $24 million loan by the deadline (9/8/09).  Currently, Art Capital Group and Ms. Leibovitz have reached an agreement: a new deadline will be set for the loan repayment and Leibovitz bought back the rights to sell her homes and copyrights.  The real dispute centers around money and is rooted in Ms. Leibovitz's inability to manage her finances properly.  But, the interesting part is that it involves a celebrity/icon leveraging the future value of her intellectual property. http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-leibovitz5-2009sep05,0,6842384.story Annie borrowed a total of $24 million with her life's work.  Annie's financial mismanagement almost caused her to default, but Art Capital Group gave her more time and let her buy back her copyrights.  Art Capital is worried that Annie will file for bankruptcy and then they'll have to deal with the courts handling all of her debt.  Where will they be in that line? Art Capital also sued Getty Images for negotiating a contract that violated the loan agreement's terms (confidentiality agreements) and making it difficult for Art Capital to sell Leibovitz's archives "Getty announced earlier this year it would represent Leibovitz for some current assignments, a deal which Art Capital said violated confidentiality agreements it had with Getty." Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/listener-survey-let-us-know-what-you-think-of-entertainment-law-update-podcast/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/listener-survey-let-us-know-what-you-think-of-entertainment-law-update-podcast/#comments Thu, 20 Aug 2009 04:16:05 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=284 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/listener-survey-let-us-know-what-you-think-of-entertainment-law-update-podcast/feed/ 0 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/episode-4-the-pope-little-mermaid-turn-it-up-to-11/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/episode-4-the-pope-little-mermaid-turn-it-up-to-11/#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 04:05:05 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=218 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/episode-4-the-pope-little-mermaid-turn-it-up-to-11/feed/ 1 CLE CREDIT COMING SOON! Show Notes Legislation & Rulemaking Copyright Office - Fees for Special Handling of registration applications will be waived for applications that have been pending for 6 months, CLE CREDIT COMING SOON! Show Notes Legislation & Rulemaking Copyright Office - Fees for Special Handling of registration applications will be waived for applications that have been pending for 6 months, and where the registration is needed  because the applicant is about to file an action for infringement.  37 CFR Part 201 Copyright Office - proposed changes to deposit requirements  http://www.askbeforeyouact.org/BLOG/post/Copyright-Office-Proposes-Change-to-Copyright-Deposit-Requirements.aspx This applies to Section 407 deposits.  (unpublished works) http://www.copyright.gov/title17/92chap4.html#407 The proposed amendments would change current practice by permitting the Copyright Office to issue a demand for copies of works published only online.  The revised regulations would also establish the process for issuing and responding to a Copyright Office demand, amend the definition of a “complete copy” of a work for purposes of mandatory deposit of online–only works, and establish new best edition criteria for electronic serials available only online.  The copyright Office is seeking public comment on these proposed regulation change. These comments are due on August 31st. Court Quick-takes Joel Tenenbaum admits to file-sharing, and,  after Directed verdict on liability, jury returns damage award of $675,000 Salinger Case http://www.askbeforeyouact.org/BLOG/post/Chapter-Two--No-Sequel-To-Catcher-In-The-Rye-In-The-US.aspx Amicus Briefs Filed http://www.askbeforeyouact.org/BLOG/post.aspx?id=3efb60a0-a0b1-4d45-b17c-616e8621e422 http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/media_law_prof_blog/2009/08/more-on-the-appeal-in-the-salingercolting-case.html 9th Circuit changes stance on "prevailing party" in dismissals without prejudice 9th Circuit finds personal jurisdiction/venue by "purposeful availment" - makes it easier to reach a Defendant in the plaintiff's choice of venue. Religion - The Pope's view of intellectual property laws. Sports Reebok to Marcin Gortat: Jordan Tattoo Won't Fly -- NBA FanHouse Who's liable for the Erin Andrews nude video?--THR, Esq. - Entertainment and Media Law. Photographer Sues ESPN for Copyright Infringement over Unauthorized Photo Use NCAA and Rights of Publicity of student athletes (during and after college) 'NCAA Football '10' offers drama on field and off - Doug Elfman Sports of The Times - A Lasting Image - Standing Up to the N.C.A.A. - NYTimes.com Political uses of pop music McCain settles with Jackson Browne ENTERTAINMENT LITIGATION: ANOTHER REPUBLICAN POLITICIAN SUED OVER USE OF MUSIC  - Entertainment Litigation Blog Obama /NORML poster - copyrightissues. (see the photo and poster in question) Sculptures and Sculptural Works Wall Street Bull http://www.businessinsider.com/wall-street-bull-artist-sues-author-of-lehman- brothers-book-2009-7 http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=ac6dQjEhFGFs&refer=us Mermaid http://www.techdirt.com/articles/20090731/0337175728.shtml http://www.thedailynews.cc/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=11&ArticleID=29001z LEGO refuses permission for spinal-tap video on DVD Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/entertainment-law-update-episode-1-now-approved-for-cle-credit-in-california/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/entertainment-law-update-episode-1-now-approved-for-cle-credit-in-california/#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:57:07 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=189 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/08/entertainment-law-update-episode-1-now-approved-for-cle-credit-in-california/feed/ 0 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/07/entertainment-law-update-episode-3-bloggers-journalism-defamation/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/07/entertainment-law-update-episode-3-bloggers-journalism-defamation/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:05:12 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=122 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/07/entertainment-law-update-episode-3-bloggers-journalism-defamation/feed/ 3 CLE CREDIT ($19.99) [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:5:end] SHOW NOTES In this episode: MCLE Approval - California Approved Episode 1, pending on 2 and 3.  Once we've got 4 under our belt, we can apply to be approved as a provider, CLE CREDIT ($19.99) [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:5:end] SHOW NOTES In this episode: MCLE Approval - California Approved Episode 1, pending on 2 and 3.  Once we've got 4 under our belt, we can apply to be approved as a provider, and the process will be a lot easier. Thanks to Mark Saku, an IP attorney in Seattle  for his help investigating CLE approval process in  Washington, Oregon & Idaho. LEGISLATION/RULEMAKING/ADMINISTRATIVE Copyright Fees are increasing effective August 1, 2009 http://www.copyright.gov/docs/fees.html Pandora Web Radio reaches a settlement on music royalty rates. http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2009/07/pandora-agrees-to-new-royalty-plan-will-start-char.html http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/technology/2009/7/10/riaa_negotiates_rates_with_pandora_online.htm http://gizmodo.com/5309421/pandora-agreement-saves-internet-radio http://www.marketwatch.com/story/internet-radio-saved-at-a-small-cost?siteid=nwhpm ASCAP wants to be paid when your phone rings http://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2009/06/ascap-wants-be-paid- http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InPropriaPersona/~3/XzhJ0lIJCWM/ CASES Jammie Thomas - Rassett loses file sharing suit brought by RIAA - $1.9 Million Verdict! Capitol v. Thomas, No. 06-1497 (D. Minn., 2009) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitol_v._Thomas http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2009/06/riaa-jury-slaps-2-million-fine-on-jammie-thomas/ http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-10268199-93.html Comprehensive List of Links to Commentary Comprehensive List of Court Docs JD Salinger prevents publication of new book Salinger v. Colting, No. 09-50905 (S.D.N.Y. 2009) Order http://www.askbeforeyouact.org/blog/post/A-Sequel-to-Catcher-In-The-Rye.aspx http://www.askbeforeyouact.org/blog/post/Chapter-Two--No-Sequel-To-Catcher-In-The-Rye-In-The-US.aspx http://entertainmentagentblog.com/2009/06/30/catcher-and-the-lye/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/wsj/law/feed/~3/Ei1C17yNSAk/ http://www.1010wins.com/pages/4512245.php?contentType=4&contentId=4099583 YOUTUBE CASE OF THE MONTH Google Class Action:  No foreign plaintiffs without US Copyright registrations may be part of the class. (The Football Assn. Premier League v. YouTube) http://www.youtubeclassaction.com/ http://www.youtubeclassaction.com/ TENENBAUM LITIGATION (THE CIRCUS CONTINUES) Labels have made Motion for Summary Judgment re Tenenbaum;s fair use defense. http://copyrightsandcampaigns.blogspot.com/2009/06/tenenbaum-court-dismisses-counterclaims.html Counterclaims re Abuse of Process - Dismissed, Motion to join RIAA - denied, Questions unconstitutionality of Statutory Damages - deferred http://copyrightsandcampaigns.blogspot.com/2009/06/tenenbaum-court-dismisses-counterclaims.html Tenenbaum's attorney in the crosshairs. http://copyrightsandcampaigns.blogspot.com/2009/07/labels-reply-to-nesson-on-recordings.html http://copyrightsandcampaigns.blogspot.com/2009/07/nesson-responds-to-osc-re-taping-claims.html Some other links about the Tenenbaum case: http://www.entmedialaw.com/?query=tenenbaum FAIR USE CORNER Does an Anti-Plagiarism Service Violate Students' Copyrights when it maintains a database (i.e., copies) of  student papers? http://www.theiplawblog.com/archives/-copyright-law-does-an-antiplagiarism-service-violate-students-copyrights.html Supreme Court Denies Cert in Cablevision online DVR case. NOVELTY CASE OF THE MONTH Man sues over use of canned music in British production of a musical... and wins!   (UK  case) http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/richard_morrison/article6661672.ece?openComment=true Lindt Chocolate Bunny trademark dispute? (Belgium? Switzerland? EU?) http://jetl.wordpress.com/2009/06/15/lindt-defends-chocolate-bunny/ Yes, Lindt does have a US trademark registration for “Chocolate, chocolate products, namely, Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/06/entertainment-law-update-episode-2/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/06/entertainment-law-update-episode-2/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:15:25 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=90 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/06/entertainment-law-update-episode-2/feed/ 3 copyright,entertainment,law,media,podcast CLE CREDIT ($19.99) [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:4:end] SHOW NOTES In this episode: Congratulations to Maren Christensen, Executive VP and General Counsel at Universal Studios,  who's been named Beverly Hills Bar Association's Ent... CLE CREDIT ($19.99) [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:4:end] SHOW NOTES In this episode: Congratulations to Maren Christensen, Executive VP and General Counsel at Universal Studios,  who's been named Beverly Hills Bar Association's Entertainment Lawyer of the Year for 2009. Supreme Court Nominee  Sotomayor's background and 2nd Circuit ruling in favor of statutory damages as deterrent. Backlog at the Copyright Office Washington Post Article Copyright Office Response Does the Register of Copyrights hold office lawfully?  A pending Constitutional Appointments Clause challenge  questions the validity of CRB appointments, but what about the Register's ministerial Acts? Sports Leagues losing control of fantasy-sports leagues as Courts rule that the First Amendment trumps rights of publicity, and player statistics, etc., where there's a public interest in the information. CBS Interactive, Inc. v. NFL Players Ass’n, Inc. (U.S. District of MN 2009) Civil No. 08-5097 ADM/SRN CBC Distribution and Marketing, Inc. v. MLB Advanced Media, L.P. 505 F.3d 818 (8th Cir. 2007) Good discussion of "Access" element of copying analysis in ruling on Summary Judgment for Defendant in song plagiarism suit. Brainard v. Vassar, (U.S. District, M.D., Tennessee 2009) 3:07-cv-00929 Warner Music issues DMCA Takedown on Organization that hosted Prof. Lessig talk Woody Allen/American Apparel case settles Complaint Answer to Complaint Order and Stipulation re: Settlement Supreme Court refuses to hear Steinbeck copyright termination appeal Penguin Group v. Steinbeck, 537 F.3d 193 (2nd Cir. 2008) Classic Media, Inc. v. Mewborn, 532 F.3d 978 (9th Cir. 2008) (involving Lassie rights) SAG settles Force Majeure claims Tenenbaum's fair use argument - Case is set for trial July 20. Sony BMG Music Entertainment v. Tenenbaum, 07-11446, E.D. Mass. 2007 Consolidated into Capital Records, Inc. v. Alaujan, 03-11661,E.D. Mass. 2007 See Case documents at http://joelfightsback.com/about-the-case/legal-documents/ Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/04/premiere-episode-001-are-partners-creative-efforts-works-made-for-hire/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/04/premiere-episode-001-are-partners-creative-efforts-works-made-for-hire/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:15:51 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=69 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/04/premiere-episode-001-are-partners-creative-efforts-works-made-for-hire/feed/ 5 CLE CREDIT ($19.99) [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:1:end] SHOW NOTES In this episode: SAG & AMPTP have arrived at a deal... The competing  "Octomom" trademark  registrations Is giving a (loaded)  iPod as a gift an act of copyrigh... CLE CREDIT ($19.99) [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:1:end] SHOW NOTES In this episode: SAG & AMPTP have arrived at a deal... The competing  "Octomom" trademark  registrations Is giving a (loaded)  iPod as a gift an act of copyright infringement? (First Sale and Fair Use) (President's gift to Queen ElizabethII) Copyright and Defamation issues in new social media... Twitter, Facebook, etc. Courtney Love being sued..  a cautionary tale for anybody who uses the Web? 1st Circuit won't review defamation ruling in Noonan vs. Staples. Copyright holders taking action against content "scraping" websites.  (Hot News doctrine) Fair Use, YouTube, DMCA takedowns, etc. - YouTube says 37% of DMCA takedown notices are not valid copyright claims, etc. Wish Upon a star" - Fox's "Family Guy" "parody"/"satire" Litigation:  "Push" lawsuits - When is a deal a deal? Featured Topic: Ownership of partners' and principals' intellectual property contributions to a business in the absence of employment agreements. Gordon Firemark no http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/04/introducing-entertainment-law-update/ http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/04/introducing-entertainment-law-update/#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2009 01:31:39 +0000 Gordon Firemark http://entertainmentlawupdate.com/?p=30 http://www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/2009/04/introducing-entertainment-law-update/feed/ 0