LexBlog IP

APRIL 24, 2023

Combine that “mastermind/dominant” author doctrine with the run of cases discussing ownership of software outputs (i.e., Copyright Office (the Office) when it comes to copyright ownership of artificial intelligence (AI) output. The Office has answered that question with a resounding “maybe.” Merkin , 791 F.3d

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IIPRD

JANUARY 5, 2023

A precise elucidation about the ownership of cinematographic films has been provided by Section 17 of The Copyright Act, 1957 Act. According to the law, a scriptwriter who is engaged by a producer to write a good script has no ownership rights to the work he produces. [2] Who Owns What and Why. 1] [link]. [2] 7] CISAC v.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 5, 2025

Brief Facts In 2015, Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (Translation: I am also Rowdy), produced by Wunderbar Films, emerged as a significant project for Nayanthara and director Vignesh Shivan. Hence, as is the case with the second point, the existing contracts might shed light on the issue of who is the owner of the Copyright in the BTS.

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IPilogue

AUGUST 16, 2022

The Court was not satisfied that any of this evidence confirmed that Pugliese was a US citizen in April 2015, when photos were created. Federal Court Dismisses Copyright Claim Due to Plaintiff’s Failure to Establish Ownership: [link]. The Federal Court also dismissed this case. Further Reading. August Image LLC v AirG Inc.

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IIPRD

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In today’s world, there has been considerable growth in remote jobs, gig-economy work and artificial intelligence tools which introduce new complexities with the ownership of worker creations. With the increasing prevalence of AI tools and hybrid work models, the traditional understanding of ownership and IP becomes obscure. [2]

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 16, 2021

While the High Court found Morison liable for trademark infringement as well as passing-off, the trial judge did not make a finding of copyright infringement, stating that as the designer of the device was not called to testify, copyright ownership was not sufficiently proven.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 25, 2022

In 2013 and 2015, it granted exclusive licenses to stream those works to Starz, a premium subscription channel. OK, that’s a clear breach of contract, but how is it copyright infringement? It’s copyright infringement because an exclusive license is a transfer of copyright ownership. 17 U.S.C. § 201(d)(2). 204(a) ). (A

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria Limited neglected to renew their contract with actor and filmmaker Adewole Ojo to use his photographs for advertisements. This accusation comes two years after the EFCC launched its online application for reporting crime, called the "Eagle Eye". Katpost on the ruling here.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

EDA’s RLF program assists businesses by capitalizing local investment programs that provide gap financing to businesses that might not be able to obtain traditional bank loans, while MBEs can access a variety of technical assistance, including access to capital, access to contracts and access to markets by contacting a local MBDA Business Center.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 13, 2021

Under New York’s statutory prejudgment interest rules, an aggrieved party may recover prejudgment interest on a sum awarded because of a breach of contract or wrongful interference with title to, or possession or enjoyment of, property. [1] 161799/2015 (N.Y. 161799/2015 (2020) (quoting In re Doman , 150 A.D.3d

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43(B)log

AUGUST 11, 2022

Curating Black Music: Copyright, Ownership & Commodification Olufunmilayo Arewa Book project: How recording business has shaped identities through curation, including of sexuality and of profits. Banjo/fiddle crossover, history of interracial playing, “Black hillbillies” who couldn’t get record contracts.] 2 men and 2 women).

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The IPKat

MAY 12, 2023

He resigned in 2015. Peripheral issues relating to Mr Aughton's duties under his employment contract overlapped with these three core issues. Mr Aughton's contract at the time he left defined Confidential Information as including "Company software and software development" and Clause 13.2

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

33] And let’s not forget the elephant in the room, the USPTO, which, as the issuer of patents, has the right to ask for ownership information and the recordation of secured interests throughout the administrative process, particularly as it comes to the broad fee-setting and fee-paying authority it has over the patents it issues and reviews. (Apr.

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Intepat

OCTOBER 23, 2024

To expedite market entry and avoid delays in formalizing an assignment or license agreement, parties sometimes rely on verbal agreements, which are considered valid under Indian Contract Law. Similarly, in Alps South LLC v. Ohio Willow Wood Co. A similar position was taken in In re CTP Innovations, LLC (2016).

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Copyright Lately

JULY 17, 2022

But then, starting in 2015, Travilyn began to serve copyright termination notices on over 50 of Jay’s most valuable compositions, including “Que Sera, Sera,” which became effective in 2019.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

For the first time since FDA licensed the first biosimilar, Sandoz’s Zarxio ® (filgrastim-sndz), in 2015, the United States saw a decrease in annual biosimilar approvals in 2020. Figure 1, below, provides a snapshot of FDA approval and biosimilar product launch trends from 2015 through 2020. 2015; resubmitted Feb. March 6, 2015.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Typically, in the case of scholarly publications, authors are publicly funded through payment under a standing contract with a university or research institute, or through project funding, including EU funding. Copyright in a work made for hire resides in the author of the work, unless the commission contract provides otherwise.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

in 2015, which authorised Sattvica to undertake commercial exploitation of the Mark, and another undated agreement. The Application was largely based on a document signed by Maradona ( with his "Hand of God"? ) The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) accordingly allowed the Application.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 7, 2022

In its October 2015 policy proposition , CARFAC also highlighted the reality that many artists living in isolated northern communities live in impoverished conditions, while their work dramatically appreciates in value. Exercising control of downstream purchaser actions for traditional or non-digital artistic mediums is more complicated.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 21, 2022

Recognising the challenges for performers in the position and enforcement of their rights, the book also includes discussion on other forms of protections and remedies for performers, such as moral rights, contracts, passing off and copyright infringement.

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JIPL Online

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

1] It’s not uncommon to hear artists complain about record label contracts once they see the impact their deals have on the control of their own music. [2]. Artists’ Frustrations with Transfer of Ownership in Record Agreements. BACKGROUND. 9] Kanye West also recently went public about his fight to regain the rights to his masters. [10]

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 31, 2024

This is achieved through a provision under which contracting parties may require applicants to file information on traditional cultural expressions and traditional knowledge relevant to the eligibility for registration of the design. On January 16, the Delhi High Court in Saga Musica Private Limited vs Roger David and Ors.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Third, is Trump’s claim of ownership barred by 17 U.S.C. 2015), the producer of a film secured work-for-hire agreements from all of the contributors to a motion picture except the director. After negotiations between them fell apart, both parties sued, each claiming exclusive ownership of the movie footage. Merkin , 791 F.3d

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