SHUT UP AND PAY: ALEX JONES FACES $45.2 MILLION DOLLARS IN PUNITIVE DAMAGES AMID SANDY HOOK MISINFORMATION CAMPAIGN »
By: Josie Jasmin
“Speech is free . . . but lies you have to pay for.”[1]As a result of conspiracy theorist, …
THE ARTWORK FORMERLY A PHOTOGRAPH OF PRINCE: ANDY WARHOL CASE BRINGS THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE BACK TO THE SUPREME COURT »
By: Matthew Bade
On October 12th, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Andy Warhol Foundation, Inc. v. Goldsmith.[1] This …
ANTITRUST SUIT SEEKS TO BLOCK MERGER OF TWO PUBLISHING GIANTS »
By: Cassie Lewis
August 22 marked the end of the explosive three-week trial between the Department of Justice and two publishing giants attempting …
100% That Art Thief: Why (Some) Short Phrases Should Be Copyrightable »
By Joseph-Michael Mckay
Whether you love her or hate her, you have probably heard of Lizzo’s hit single Truth Hurts[1] which …
A ‘Cold Gun’ with a Live Round: An Accidental Shooting on A Film Set Raises More Questions Than Answers »
By: Chase MacKay
Introduction
The recent death of Halyna Hutchins, the 42-year-old cinematographer who was fatally wounded in an accidental shooting on the …
The Weeknd Called Out by Name for Copyright Infringement Over Song “Call Out My Name” »
By Courtney Ferry
On September 17, 2021, suit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California against Abel …
‘NEVERMIND’ THE NUDITY: NIRVANA’S COVER BABY SUES FOR CHILD PORNOGRAPHY »
By Quinne Daoust
The iconic swimming baby of Nirvana’s world famous “Nevermind” album has filed suit against the band’s estate in a California …
Harassment Culture in One of Gaming’s Biggest Studio »
By Hunter Young
Franchises like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo have firmly cemented Activision Blizzard in the hearts and minds of gamers and …
ScarJo v. Disney: The Unhappiest Contract on Earth »
By: Adrienne Good
A pre-COVID agreement, the meaning of “theatrical release,” punitive damages, gamesmanship, forced arbitration, and one judge’s recusal. The Scarlett Johansson/Disney …
Dope Raves! Marijuana Dispensaries at Music Festivals »
By: Savanna Wright
Marijuana has been headlining news stories for decades. Recently, cannabis legalization has been spreading across the country, making marijuana more …