Deadline reports that Marvel settled with the heirs of famed comic book artist Jack Kirby last Friday, precluding the Supreme Court from taking the case and examining the issue of works made for hire. Kirby is the creator of many of the original Marvel Comics including … [Read more...] about Marvel and Kirby Settle
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Peterson Seeks Expedited Criminal Trial
The NFL has recently incurred a large public backlash due to the arrests of high profile running backs Ray Rice and Adrian Peterson. Following an indictment on a charge of reckless or negligent injury to a child, the Minnesota Vikings deactivated Peterson for their Week 2 matchup … [Read more...] about Peterson Seeks Expedited Criminal Trial
New Copyright Ruling for Pre-1972 Sound Recordings
On Monday, the California district court found SiriusXM liable for its failure to pay royalties to 1960s band, the Turtles (best known for their hit, "Happy Together"). The law suit, which began in 2013, centers on pre-1972 sound recordings. As a digital music service, SiriusXM … [Read more...] about New Copyright Ruling for Pre-1972 Sound Recordings
NCAA, O’Bannon Seek Expedited Hearing
This summer was abuzz with concerns about the viability of the current understanding of a student-athlete. It began with the Northwestern football’s team appeal to the National Labor Relation Board to unionize. It later culminated when, in a landmark decision, District Court … [Read more...] about NCAA, O’Bannon Seek Expedited Hearing
Celebrity Photo Leak and Prior Restraints
In light of the nude photos of celebrities, such as Jennifer Lawrence and Kate Upton, leaked last month, there is much discussion regarding an individual’s right to privacy. In the photo leak case, legal action can be taken against the original hacker; but what about subsequent … [Read more...] about Celebrity Photo Leak and Prior Restraints