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Copyright Office Says Streamers on the Hook for Late Fees

The U.S. Copyright Office recently addressed when fees for late royalty payments should be assessed under the Music Modernization Act’s blanket mechanical license. Under the Office’s Interpretive Rule, effective September 5, 2023, digital music royalty late fees begin accruing for digital music providers 45 days after the end of a monthly reporting period, even if the […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

October 5, 2023

What Issues Arise When AI Uses Copyrighted Works?

Questions surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright are evolving quickly... Questions surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright are evolving quickly. One of the key issues and intricacies involves content produced by “generative AI” computer programs (discussed below), whether the content is entitled to copyright protection, and how training and using these programs may infringe existing […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

September 11, 2023

Instagram Wins Big in Copyright Dispute Over Embedded Content

Instagram’s recent copyright victory before the Ninth Circuit will significantly impact content creators and others who rely on “embedded” images and photographs… Instagram’s recent copyright victory before the Ninth Circuit will significantly impact content creators and others who rely on “embedded” images and photographs. The Ninth Circuit ultimately held that Instagram could not be liable […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

August 2, 2023

Social Media

How Will The Latest “Fair Use” Decision Shape Copyright Law Governing Artificial Intelligence?

The U.S. Supreme Court’s latest fair use decision involving Andy Warhol’s use of copyrighted images of music icon Prince will have widespread implications far beyond the use of such images… The U.S. Supreme Court’s latest fair use decision involving Andy Warhol’s use of copyrighted images of music icon Prince will have widespread implications far beyond […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

June 30, 2023

U.S. Supreme court

AI Poised to Shake Up the Music Industry, Copyright Law, And More!

Today, the advent of artificial intelligence (“AI”) will have profound changes in entertainment both positive and negative… Social media launched a revolution with respect to how we interact with music and the arts. As technology continues to advance and permeate our lives, the law and business of, not only music, but of entertainment generally will […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

May 2, 2023

Music Royalties and Who Collects Them

Understanding what royalties are available and who collects them is essential if you want to be fully compensated for your music... Music royalty distribution can be confusing, particularly if you’re new to the music industry. However, understanding what royalties are available and who collects them is essential if you want to be fully compensated for […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

February 15, 2023

Music Industry

The Difference Between A Sound Recording And A Musical Composition

From a legal perspective, music remains among the most complex areas of copyright and entertainment law.… Music fans enjoy amazing music every day. From the emotional makeup of a song to the subtle ability of music to transform our day, music shapes our lives on a daily basis. From a legal perspective, however, music remains among the most complex areas of copyright […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

January 30, 2023

Notable Copyright Developments of 2022

The past year brought several significant and important developments in copyright law... The past year brought several significant and important developments in copyright law. From a new copyright tribunal to precedential court decisions, this article provides an overview of some of the more compelling copyright developments of 2022 and offers insight into what to expect […]

Author: Albert J. Soler

January 23, 2023

What Constitutes Fair Use? SCOTUS Poised to Clarify How Copyright Doctrine Applies to Warhol Art

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to consider a copyright infringement lawsuit involving paintings Andy Warhol made using photographs of rock star Prince. The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to consider a copyright infringement lawsuit involving paintings Andy Warhol made using photographs of rock star Prince. The specific issue before the Court in Andy Warhol […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

April 25, 2022

Art Law

SCOTUS Rules Faulty Copyright Registration Based on Innocent Mistake of Law Doesn’t Doom Rights

A new Supreme Court decision shows us that making an innocent mistake of fact or law when filing an application for copyright registration does not automatically mean that you will lose your intellectual property rights... A new Supreme Court decision shows us that making an innocent mistake of fact or law when filing an application […]

Author: Jill A. Michael

March 31, 2022

U.S. Supreme court

Comedians Hope to Get Last Laugh in Copyright Lawsuits

Several well-known comedians (and their estates) are seeking to change the way royalty payments are paid by music streaming services that play their works... Several well-known comedians (and their estates) are seeking to change the way royalty payments are paid by music streaming services that play their works. The estates of Robin Williams and George […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

March 11, 2022

Supreme Court Sided with Google in Landmark Copyright Suit

The U.S. Supreme Court recently held that Google’s inclusion of Oracle’s software code in its Android mobile operating system constituted fair use under U.S. copyright law... The U.S. Supreme Court recently held that Google’s inclusion of Oracle’s software code in its Android mobile operating system constituted a fair use under U.S. copyright law. The 6-2 […]

Author: David A. Einhorn

June 4, 2021

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