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Courts Still Have No Clue How to Determine Who Owns Social Media Accounts–JLM v. Gutman

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

Gutman created a Pinterest account in 2011 and an Instagram account in 2012, shortly after she began working for JLM. The last time we blogged this case , the district court had sided with JLM, initially restricting Gutman’s use of the social media accounts and then awarding control over the accounts to JLM.

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The Battle Over Poker NFTs

Plagiarism Today

I understand a lot of you may be upset that I saw a photo on social media and loved it enough to imitate it in a very different style. As for the case itself, it was settled in 2011 with neither side surrendering their position. No, I'm not opposed to giving photographers a %, it's hard work.

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Comprehending Broadcasting Contracts and Intellectual Property Law at Crossroads

IIPRD

Hence, commercialization occurs by distributing contracts among the authors and directors/publishers to distribute their works. Like any contract, a broadcasting agreement is entered between the concerned parties ascertaining their rights and obligations with respect to their content as a document enforceable in the eyes of law.

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Is “Uniqueness” Getting a Revival?

Trading Secrets

In 2011, Hayley Paige Gutman[1] entered into an employment agreement with JLM Couture, Inc. (“JLM”), Included within the JLM contract were certain restrictive covenants, including a non-competition agreement, as well as various intellectual property assignment provisions. Background of Case. JLM Couture, Inc. Gutman , 24 F.4th

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New Deal for EU Consumers- the Omnibus Directive explained

LexBlog IP

Amendments to several existing pieces of EU consumer protection legislation, including the Unfair Contract Terms (Directive 93/13/EEC), Price Indications (Directive 98/6/EC), Unfair Commercial Practices (Directive 2005/29/EC) and Consumer Rights (Directive (2011/83/EU). Key changes explored in more detail.

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13 Spooky Copyright Cases, Just in Time for Halloween

Copyright Lately

” They argued that had Twain really written the book, Clemens’ estate would own the copyright and Harper would have the exclusive right under contract to publish it. “The Cabin in the Woods” (2011). Beyond that, the overall stories were quite different. Did I miss one that you think should have been included?

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It’s No Laughing Matter As Spotify Removes Comedy Tracks

Copyright Lately

When a record label or other distributor receives performance royalties from Spotify, it will presumably share a portion with the comedian per the parties’ contract. As always, let me know what you think in the comments below or @copyrightlately on your social media platform of choice. Performance “Absent a Specific License”.

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