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Copyright Infringement

27 March 2023
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Dealing with Copyright Infringement for Photographers

27 March 2023
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How to Deal with Copyright Infringement as a Photographer - Tips and Strategies Understanding Copyright Laws for Photographers As a photographer, it is crucial to understand the copyright laws that apply to your work. In the United States, copyright protection is automatically granted to original works, including photographs, as soon as they are created. This means that you, as the creator, own the exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works from your photographs. Registering your copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office is not required for protection, but it offers significant benefits. It establishes a public record of...

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25 March 2020
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Music Sampling Copyright Claim Against G-Eazy

25 March 2020
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Sampling Leads To Lawsuit Against Hip Hop Artist G-Eazy TMZ reported March 5, 2020, that Memphis DJ Squeeky and Gaylon Love are suing hip hop star G-Eazy for copyright infringement. The plaintiffs in the copyright lawsuit allege that G-Eazy's hit song "No Limit" "straight up sampled their 1993 Southern hip-hop classic" "Looking 4 Da Chewin." The court documents claim that Squeeky and Love are the exclusive owners of "Looking 4 Da Chewin" and that G-Eazy never got their permission to sample the song. DJ's Copyright Lawsuit Seeks Profits From G-Eazy's Hit Song "No Limit" No Limits is the lead single...

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24 March 2020
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Copyright Lawsuit Settlement with Miley Cyrus

24 March 2020
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Songwriter Filed a $300 Million Copyright Claim Against Miley Cyrus In March 2018, Michael May, who performs under the name Flourgon, filed a copyright infringement case against Miley Cyrus. The copyright lawsuit filed in Manhattan Federal Court asked for $300 million in damages. Flourgon's complaint accused Cyrus of stealing her hit song "We Can't Stop" from a song he recorded 25 years ago. Cyrus's tune was a mega-hit when it was released in 2013 and reached number 2 on Billboard's Top 100 list. Plaintiff Claimed That Half of Cyrus's Hit Song Came From His Number One Single May released a...

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10 March 2020
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Copyright Victory in Connection with Embedded Tweets and Photos

10 March 2020
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Copyright Enforcement Is Essential to Protecting Creative Artists' Rights Copyright laws bestow on photographers and other creative artists the exclusive rights to reproduce, create derivative work, and perform their work publicly. The internet, social media, and technology, in general, has added a new level of complexity to the issue of copyright enforcement. It has become more difficult for artists to control who uses and shares images. Keeping track of your copyrighted photographs, for example, can be difficult. But it can be done. It is essential that when people use and share your copyrighted work without permission, you do what you...

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02 March 2020
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Photographer Sues Bieber

02 March 2020
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Photographer Files Lawsuit Against Justin Bieber for Copyright Infringement It's Justin Bieber's turn to defend himself against a copyright infringement lawsuit. Photographer Robert Barbera filed a lawsuit against Bieber that, according to Eonline.com, accuses the pop star of the "unauthorized reproduction and public display" of a photograph copyrighted and owned by Barbera. The photo in question is of Bieber and his friend Rich Wilkerson. The picture shows the pals in a car. Bieber posted the picture on his Instagram feed on March 13. Barbera is the photographer who snapped the photo. In documents obtained by E!News, Barbera claims that he...

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29 February 2020
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New Copyright Issues with Paparazzi and Social Media

29 February 2020
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Social Media, Celebrities, and Paparazzi Bring New Attention to Copyright Issues In an October 30, 2019 article for IP Watchdog.com, Meaghan Kent, Katherine Dearing, and Danae Tinelli highlight some legal issues gaining new attention from a spate of copyright infringement cases involving celebrities, social media, and paparazzi. Many issues remain unresolved because the lawsuits were settled out of court or dismissed for procedural reasons. However, taking a closer look at them may help photographers understand their rights and how to enforce them. At the heart of recent cases filed by photographers against celebrities is a celebrity's right of publicity using...

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20 February 2020
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Copyright Infringement Suit Against Model

20 February 2020
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Photographer Sues Emily Ratajkowski for Copyright Infringement Model and Actress Emily Ratajkowski is one more name on a growing list of celebrities facing off with photographers in legal battles. Ratajkowski, like others, is accused of violating the rights of a photographer by posting a picture without permission. Photographers across the globe have filed similar cases against musicians, designers, and models. Who are these famous defendants in copyright cases? Justin, Bieber, Bella Hadid, Arianna Grande, and Jennifer Lopez, to name a few. Robert O'Neil Sues Ratajkowski Over Instagram Post The Fashion Law reported on October 23 that photographer Robert O'Neil filed...

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18 February 2020
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Supreme Court Copyright Infringement Case

18 February 2020
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Supreme Court Takes on Copyright Infringement The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has agreed to hear the case of Frederick (Rick) Allen, well known filmmaker and photographer. According to Eriq Gardner in his article for the Hollywood Reporter, SCOTUS will determine if the doctrine of Sovereign Immunity protects states from copyright infringement lawsuits and prevents congress from drafting laws to the contrary. The case, titled Allen v. Cooper, is on the court's calendar for November 5, 2019. Allen Filmed and Photographed Salvaging of Pirate Ship: Queen Ann's Revenge Allen's company, Nautilus Productions, is pursuing the state of North...

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