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Copyright Infringement Case Concerning Photos of Jennifer Lopez Gets Dismissed: An Overview of the August Image LLC v AirG Inc Decision

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On April 5 th 2022, the Federal Court released its decision for August Image LLC v AirG Inc , a copyright infringement action concerning images of singer-actress, Jennifer Lopez. However, the Court ultimately dismissed August’s case because they failed to prove all the necessary elements of copyright infringement.

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Conundrum Involving The Ownership Of The Work Created By Ai

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Introduction Any literally or artistic work that is original and creative i.e.; not copied from anywhere by the owner is protected under Copyright Act, 1957. Issues There are many issues in granting ownership to AI. It isn’t practical to allow ownership to the AI.

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Limited Licensing: An introductory overview

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Such a person can use it to serve their purpose in a limited manner for a particular period without having sole ownership of the property. Main Blog Unlicensed use of any content registered under the Copyright Act, 1957 , violates the exclusive rights of the owner and amounts to copyright infringement.

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Copyright Legislation vis-a-vis the Music Industry : A Comparative Study of India and Indonesia

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Good artists borrow, Great artists steal ’ , however no matter how beautifully portrayed, might aptly land you a hefty copyright infringement suit in contemporary times. ” The composer of a musical composition is the exclusive owner of the work’s copyright. INTRODUCTION. Image Source: Shutterstock].

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The Modern Copyright Dilemma: Digital Content Ownership and Access

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The domain of copyright deals with the literary, musical, dramatic, and artistic works, and cinematograph films. Before the digital era, copyright protected tangible art or works, allowing authors to easily regulate usage, copies, and earnings.

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The Supreme Court’s Unsettling Attempt at Settling the Debate on Section 63 of the Copyright Act

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On the 20th of May, the Supreme Court, in M/s Knit Pro International vs The State of NCT of Delhi & Anr , held that offences under Section 63 of the Copyright Act, 1957 are cognizable and non-bailable offences. The Delhi High Court, in the context of Section 64, in Event and Event Management Association v. Decriminalisation.

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Inter American Convention allows claims that Lanham Act makes dubious after Abitron; but what about Article III?

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27, 2023) Industria sued Latinfood for trademark and copyright infringement; Latinfood counterclaimed for tortious interference against Industria and another counterdefendant Cordialsa. And the copying here could also lead to an inference of deception. Did intentional copying show intent to confuse? Latinfood U.S.