Two federal courts recently issued rulings on notable issues impacting whether and how artists can terminate prior assignments of copyrights in their works.
February 01, 2026Stan Soocher
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently acknowledged criticisms of the “total concept and feel” test for substantial similarity in copyright infringement. This judicial recognition of mounting criticism of the influential test appears to invite a challenge to overrule it in favor of a new test.
February 01, 2026Catherine Nyarady and Crystal ParkerThe U.S. Supreme Court will consider if Internet users can sue websites for sharing their data with Facebook under the 1988 law aimed at protecting customers' private video rental history.
February 01, 2026Jimmy HooverNotable recent court filings in entertainment law.
February 01, 2026Entertainment Law & Finance StaffA look at moves among attorneys, law firms, companies and other players in entertainment law.
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