Category Archives: Trademark And Copyright
Taylor Swift Sued for Copyright Infringement in Florida Court
A lot of lesser-known people seem to think that pop stars are stealing their work. While it is possible, is it really copyright infringement if someone has never heard of the song or creative work? Could pop megastar Taylor Swift be stealing the work of others? That’s what a Florida woman is alleging. She… Read More »
Miley Cyrus Sued for Copyright Infringement Over “Flowers”
If you’ve ever heard Miley Cyrus’ pop hit “Flowers,” which recently won a Grammy award, you may notice that some of the lyrics are similar. Cyrus released the song in January 2023 after divorcing her husband, Liam Hemsworth. However, some of the words, particularly in the chorus, have similarities to the Bruno Mars song… Read More »
Disney Prevails in Lawsuit Surrounding Fake Merchandise
Disneyland and Disney World are some of the most popular attractions in the world. Combined, these parks bring in tens of billions of dollars in revenue every year. Disney is a powerful brand. You can bet that virtually everyone on the planet has heard of Mickey Mouse and company. You don’t mess with Disney…. Read More »
The Beastie Boys Sue Chili’s for Using Song Without Permission
Musicians tend to be creative people. They create catchy songs and in many cases, even fun music videos to accompany them. Sometimes these works become very popular and receive critical acclaim and awards. In the 1980s, The Beastie Boys fought for their right to party. Forty years later, they are still fighting, but this… Read More »
Microsoft, Open AI Sued for Copyright Infringement
Artificial intelligence has been gaining traction in recent years. Technology companies are using a variety of materials to train chatbots and apps such as ChatGPT to become more human-like. As you can imagine, this is bringing about legal concerns. Training these apps and chatbots involves the use of copyrighted articles and already published stories…. Read More »
Alumni Band to Pay Earth Wind & Fire $750,000 for Copyright Infringement
Many popular bands and singers have tribute bands. These bands are known for playing the music of a well-known artist, drawing fans who desire to see their favorite music played live in concert. However, there is often a fine line between acting as a tribute band and illegally infringing on the band’s work. This… Read More »
Fashion Company Shein Accused of Copyright Infringement
When it comes to fashion, companies want to know what’s trendy. They may do research about what types of clothes people are buying and wearing. Some companies may even engage in copyright infringement in order to find out the latest fashions. This is what fashion company Shein has been accused of doing. The e-commerce… Read More »
Singer Luke Combs Helps Fan Sued for Copyright Infringement
Many people love music and will try to make money by creating products featuring their favorite singers. Using a person’s likeness without their permission, though, is considered copyright infringement. However, one country music star doesn’t care that a fan is using his likeness to make money. In fact, when she was sued for copyright… Read More »
Guns N’ Roses Sued Over Copyright Infringement
Being a photographer for a popular rock band would be a dream come true for many people. But for one concert photographer, it turned out to be a nightmare. The photographer for Guns N’ Roses is suing the band for copyright infringement and sexual harassment. She claims that the band and its management, Team… Read More »
Website Owner Ordered to Pay $3,000 in Copyright Infringement Case
The internet has a lot of cool content. Some people like the photos and text and often want them for themselves. But instead of going through the proper channels and requesting permission, they steal the work and use it as their own. This is illegal and can result in fines and other penalties. This… Read More »