Source: https://www.robinskaplan.com/services/copyright
Timestamp: 2019-04-20 23:20:53+00:00

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Copyright protection, enforcement, and defense requires a vigilant partner capable of navigating new technologies and an ever-changing legal landscape. Serving clients from multiple industries and across a multitude of applications, our copyright attorneys guide clients through the intricate legal and business environments that affect copyright holders and those accused of violating another’s copyrights. We analyze, assess, and litigate complex copyright and related disputes, and our experience includes representations on both sides of the courtroom. We also counsel clients on copyright matters, and our knowledge of the copyright issues that matter most to judges and juries lends a unique perspective to the advice we give. Working for clients like ASCAP, Best Buy, entertainers, artists, and others, we focus on protecting our clients’ rights and business interests and preventing problems before they arise. We recognize the assets creative expressions represent and seek equally creative solutions to help clients maintain brand advantage and reach business goals.
Sid Bernstein Presents, LLC v. Apple Corps Ltd., et al., 16-cv-7084 (S.D.N.Y.): Represented Apple Corps Limited (The Beatles) in obtaining dismissal of numerous claims under the Copyright Act alleging authorship and ownership of the film of The Beatles’ historic concert at Shea Stadium. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York dismissed the action in its entirety on contract law, copyright law, and statute of limitations grounds after attorneys briefed and argued the motion to dismiss.
American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP): Counsel for ASCAP on license rates for public performance of music over the Internet and wireless devices against Apple, AT&T Wireless, Clear Channel, CBS Radio, Ericsson Wireless, Microsoft, MobiTV, and Verizon Wireless. Obtained ruling that use of previews by wireless carriers to sell ringtones and ringback tones was not a fair use under copyright law.
Software Freedom Conservancy v. Best Buy, ZyXEL Communications et al.: Represented Best Buy and ZyXEL Communications in copyright-infringement action relating to multiple versions of open-source software; cases both settled on favorable terms.
Identity Arts v. Best Buy; Gee Jeffery & Partners v. AMC, Best Buy & Sprint: Prevailed for Best Buy and AMC in action alleging copyright infringement based on movie trailer encouraging movie patrons to turn off their cell phones. The court awarded Best Buy fees and costs in the amount of $108,245.
American Society of Journalists & Authors (ASJA): Counsel for American Society of Journalists & Authors in multiple actions relating to the copyright and fair-use issues of “Google Books” project, including the filing of amicus briefs in The Author’s Guild v. Google and The Author’s Guild v. Hathitrust.
Price v. Atlantic Records, Kane Beatz, et al.: Represented composer and producer of hit record Bottoms Up in connection with copyright and breach-of-contract claims from composer.
Represent fashion industry members in the defense and prosecution of copyright infringement actions related to fashion designs.
Represented a visual artist against a major cable television network in connection with use of artist’s work without permission in reality television show.
Defended a television company in a copyright-infringement action brought against it by a major television network.
Represented an advertising agency in a copyright-infringement action brought against it by an illustrator.

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