Traverse Legal Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

We represent entertainers, celebrities, and influencers looking to monetize their name, likeness, and voice, endorsing third-party brands. “Influencer Marketing” and “Social Media Brand Endorsement” have become big business. This means they also own and need to license the copyright to the brand.

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There are dozens of recognizable brands in the illegal streaming market, all jostling for position in a chaotic market where trademarks are copied even more readily than movies or live TV streams. In Latin America, one brand stands out more than most, and not just because it has a bright orange logo.

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Copyright Lately

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Model Gigi Hadid defaults in a copyright lawsuit over an Instagram post, leading to a judgment of only $3,000 in damages. Gigi Hadid’s post of sister Bella resulted in the fourth copyright infringement lawsuit filed against her. Gigi Hadid is no stranger to copyright lawsuits. So what do you think?

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Art Law Journal

JULY 26, 2022

Thanks to the internet and its billions of active users, it’s become easier than ever to leverage social media for artists to amass a following within niche communities, network with like-minded creators, and ultimately increase chances of finding new clients. . .

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TorrentFreak

JANUARY 28, 2025

Even for Nintendo, suing every infringer isn’t just impractical. Negative exposure in the media has direct implications for image and branding. In the online arena inhabited by millions of pirates, dual-purpose lawsuits are especially common.

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Copyright Lately

JULY 8, 2023

But number 1 when it comes to number 2 is a new copyright infringement lawsuit filed this week over a jigsaw puzzle called “101 Pooping Puppies.” The plaintiff is UT Brands, which does business under the name Funwares. Let me know in the comments below or @copyrightately on social media.

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IPilogue

AUGUST 16, 2022

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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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Taming the ‘LAION’: Lessons for Harmonising AI and Copyright Law Unpacking the Hamburg Regional Court’s landmark ruling in Robert Kneschke v. Tanishka Goswami explores how text data mining can qualify as an exception to copyright infringement. Read her analysis on the evolving intersection of copyright law and AI!

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Copyright Lately

OCTOBER 20, 2024

American accused the website of deceiving customers, selling unauthorized tickets, and tarnishing its brand. Yes, there was a copyright infringement claim in the mix, based on Skiplagged’s use of American’s “flight symbol” logo. Let me know in the comments below or @copyrightlately on social media.

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TorrentFreak

APRIL 8, 2025

Lemo TV & Kemo IPTV The American pay-TV provider accuses the operators of popular streaming services ‘Lemo TV’ and ‘Kemo IPTV’ of direct copyright infringement. This allows third parties to launch their own custom-branded IPTV streaming sites and apps for under $200.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 28, 2021

which held that embedding images could not violate a copyright holder’s exclusive display right. A recent California District Court ruling affirmed that Perfect 10’s ruling applied to the embedding of images from social media onto third party websites. Amazon.com, Inc., What is Embedding?

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JIPL Online

APRIL 9, 2021

Brands have recently begun to co-opt this form of communication in an attempt to capitalize on the prevalence and effectiveness of memes. [ii] ii] Existing copyright law is ineffective in its application to new forms of digital media. iv] First, it must identify which of the competing uses is more socially valuable.

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 13, 2025

Embracing anyone and welcoming any topic of conversation, fancy high-tech social media platforms made short work of file-sharing communities. The same goes for the site’s users who, in their brand-new comment section, had a debate over which previously existing site Anime Kai had just replaced.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 30, 2021

It is also an increasingly popular medium for infringers to illegally source and share copyrighted materials. Losing control over you work is not only frustrating, it can damage your business or brand. Fortunately, copyright law prohibits the unauthorized reproduction of a work. How is Copyright Infringed?

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Copyright Lately

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Atari’s copyright infringement lawsuit against State Farm advances, underscoring the importance of careful clearance in advertising. On Friday, a Texas federal judge dismissed much of the case but kept Atari’s core copyright infringement claim in play. Social media doing what it does best.

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Corsearch

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

X (formerly Twitter) is one of the most popular social media platforms for businesses and individuals, with around 335 million monthly active users worldwide. Allowing brands to connect with their consumers and establish a recognizable online presence, it is a crucial platform to reach audiences on a global scale.

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JIPEL Copyright Blog

APRIL 26, 2021

In this case, via alleged copyright infringement. Danielle Bernstein is a 28-year-old New York City influencer and founder of the brand We Wore What (“WWW”). Perhaps the most infamous of the above scandals was the allegation of copyright infringement by The Great Eros (“TGE”). The account and its 2.6

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Her inability to control social media accounts referencing her reminded me of the Hayley Paige Gutman litigation , and I will say more about this issue when I blog the JW Dant bourbon case. Why Are Pizzerias Arguing Whether Web Browsing Is Copyright Infringement?–Imapizza Food Tastes Better When Branded “McDonalds”.

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

A confidential settlement was reached in October 2020 but it’s claimed that the defendant then launched Digital UniCorn Media and another service called Altered Carbon. “A complete accounting of the scope of Tusa’s infringement would undoubtedly run to thousands of Copyrighted Works,” they write.

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IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Fans expressed their love for the show various ways on social media. Netflix is now suing Bear and Barlow for stealing “ valuable intellectual property ” to build their global brand. The song writing duo seemed to have crossed the line when they began profiting off the Bridgerton brand.

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Corsearch

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Brands are often targeted by bad actors looking to make a quick profit by stealing intellectual property and exploiting consumers. In this guide, we walk through the manual steps you can take to remove counterfeits and other infringements from both the most prominent global marketplaces and the regional powerhouses.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

” However, Wallshoppe does not allege Defendant knew of the specific acts of infringement at issue here—Sienna Lewis selling products featuring the Palm Design on Defendant’s website. Buzzfeed’s use of screenshots, which include all the elements of the Post, such as the Instagram branding and Ms. Verizon Media, Inc.,

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Corsearch

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Counterfeiting is but one threat that consumers and brands face. Brands now face a rising tide of phishing and brand impersonation designed to mislead and defraud consumers. Background Almost on daily basis brands receive reports on phishing email or websites.

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43(B)log

MAY 19, 2023

WowWee’s Vice President of Brand Development & Creative Strategy, Sydney Wiseman, used her WowWee email address to create a Roblox user account and used her Roblox account to promote My Avastars dolls on social media, including videos on her TikTok account. This was enough survive the motion to dismiss.

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IP and Legal Filings

JULY 31, 2021

and Greenpeace Australia Pacific regarding the dispute between alleged trademark and copyright infringement by Greenpeace. Meanwhile, Greenpeace contended that the use of the logo was only for “fair dealing” because the use was for criticism and not for a trade secret, and as per the copyright law, this comes under fair dealing.

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Corsearch

AUGUST 24, 2023

Whether you’re looking to safeguard your established presence on Facebook or just want to prevent intellectual property infringement by third-party sellers and profiles, it’s critical to actively identify and remove counterfeits. In this blog, we outline the tools you can use to protect your brand reputation and prevent consumer confusion.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Some of the most useful contexts in which these technologies are used are digital media (such as Merpel's extensive use of Shazam to recognise his favourite music), e-commerce or cloud computing. Amazon Brand Registry , Alibaba IP Protection Platform , eBay VeRO ) or third-party vendors (e.g.

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Corsearch

AUGUST 14, 2023

By following a series of steps, you can safeguard your brand reputation and prevent consumers from being misled. Counterfeiting is one form of trademark infringement, where exact copies of registered trademarks are used to deceive customers and pass off as your brand. Send the NOCI to vero@ebay.com or fax (801) 757-9521.

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Corsearch

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Within the realm of trademark infringement, counterfeiting emerges as a specific violation, wherein individuals or enterprises replicate registered trademarks verbatim to deceive customers, masquerading these imitations as genuine products from your brand.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2024

In a November ruling, a magistrate judge notes that the lawsuit appears to be the first of its kindone in which a social media influencer accuses another influencer of (among other things) copyright infringement based on the similarities between their posts that promote the same products. Sydney Nicole LLC v.

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Corsearch

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

If you were told 15 years ago that a personal post on your social media could be worth millions of dollars, would you believe it? With brands continuing to explore the opportunities offered by the digital world, do NFTs present a new type of commercial opportunity or a threat? Or is the answer somewhere in between?

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Corsearch

JULY 18, 2023

Millions across the globe have flocked to Instagram Threads – the newest social media platform on the block. But, just how safe is it for consumers and brands? What threats do brands face on Instagram Threads? How can brands protect their IP and consumer safety on Instagram Threads? billion- strong user base [1].

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Branding has become more important than ever, particularly in developing an online presence through search engines, various online platforms, and social media. Further, the rise of the “influencer” has opened additional opportunities to deliver brands and products to targeted demographics.

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The IP Law Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

We recently discussed a new trend in celebrity copyright litigation on our YouTube channel and podcast ( The Briefing on YouTube ). Specifically, we discussed celebrities taking a stand and defending copyright claims brought by photographers against celebrities who reposted photos on their social media accounts.

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TorrentFreak

JULY 12, 2023

PornEZ Doing Business in the United States On January 18, 2023, MG Premium, the adult entertainment giant behind brands including Reality Kings, Brazzers, MOFOS, Babes.com, and Twistys, filed a copyright complaint at a California federal court. social media platforms did so via U.S.-based Building on the site’s U.S.

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TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

copyright law, Internet providers must terminate the accounts of repeat infringers “in appropriate circumstances.” Many ISPs have been reluctant to take such drastic measures, which triggered a wave of copyright infringement lawsuits in recent years. Internet provider RCN is among the targeted providers.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In other words, one cannot avoid copyright infringement by merely reproducing a copyrighted work on a shirt or other “useful article.” While this may not apply to most costumes, this can prevent retailers from replicating images of Disney princesses and other copyrighted characters onto their clothing.

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