Digital Millennium Copyright Act
This blawg covers cases based on the enforcement of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Author: Enrico Schaefer practices at Traverse Law in Traverse City, Mich. He also authors The Greatest American Lawyer, Domain Name Dispute Blog and AntiCybersquatting Consumer Protection Act Blog.
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Recent Posts from Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Copyright Infringement On Etsy
Etsy is a great marketplace for both emerging and established artists, but copyright infringement on Etsy can be a serious problem. Popularity on Etsy can be a double-edged sword: with fame comes the potential of…
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Copyright Infringement Threat Letters: Detail is Leverage
Copyright infringement threat letters sent by copyright lawyers are designed to cause a third party to cease and desist use, distribution, copying of copyright protected materials. But some cease and desist threat letters are clearly…
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Social Networking and Social Media Websites See Rise In Account Hacking
Social media and social networking websites such as Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube are increasingly being targeted by hackers. As the user base of these services grow, hackers have become more and more interested…
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Identity of Anonymous Blogger Revealed in Internet Defamation Lawsuit
A recent article over at Ars Technica illustrates how courts will limit anonymity when it serves only to protect the origin of defamatory statements posted on the Internet. Despite the protections of the Communications Decency…
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Ann Arbor Copy Shop Loses Fair Use Defense in Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
Excel Test Preparation, a university course pack copy shop located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has lost a copyright infringement lawsuit brought by five publishing companies, including Oxford University Press and SAGE Publications. Unlike other local…
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Copyright Infringement Threat Letters: How to run a copyright infringement threat letter program.
Play Show: Copyright Infringement Threat Letters Traverse Legal, PLC Read Transcript: powered by Vertio.net ANNOUNCER: Today’s program is brought to you by Traverse Legal. A law firm specializing in Internet law, domain disputes and technology…
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Copyright Licensing Lawyer Discusses the Protection of Your Intellectual Property
Play Show: Traverse Legal Radio - Enrico Shaefer discusses Copyright Licensing Traverse Legal, PLC Read Transcript: powered by Vertio.net ANNOUNCER: Today’s program is brought to you by Traverse Legal, internet lawyers specializing in domain name…
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If the Poor Man's Copyright Relies On Common Law, You Would Be Well-Served to Obtain a Copyright Registration
It is often said that the poor man's copyright relies on common law because common law copyright rights begin as soon as an original work is fixed in a tangible medium of expression. Clients often…
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Music Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Update: No Sanctions Awarded
A magistrate judge has ruled that the RIAA is not entitled to monetary sanctions against attorney Ray Beckerman. Beckerman is accused of filing motions that attack the RIAA and then publishing them on his Recording…
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Reduce Copyright Infringement Risks When Broadcasting Music In Your Business
Clients often ask us, “Can I broadcast music from my iPod, CDs, or Internet radio in my business?” Typically, these clients operate bars, restaurants, or other service-based establishments. Often to a client’s surprise, we must…