A 10 CRORE COMPENSATION CLAIM FOR A 3 SECOND BTS CLIP: EXAMINING COPYRIGHT CLAIMS IN THE US AND INDIA’S ENTERTAINMENT SECTOR
Dhanush, a renowned South Indian actor also famous for his work in Bollywood films like ‘Raanjhana’ and ‘Atrangi Re’ has recently issued a notice seeking 10 crore as compensation for copyright infringement against Nayanthara, a famous actress herself. The alleged copyright infringement took place due to the usage of a three second clip which actress … Continue reading A 10 CRORE COMPENSATION CLAIM FOR A 3 SECOND BTS CLIP: EXAMINING COPYRIGHT CLAIMS IN THE US AND INDIA’S ENTERTAINMENT SECTOR
Read more »Inspiration vs. Imitation: Understanding copyright infringement
Right from the moment a child is born to the moment of a human’s last breath, harmonies, symphonies, rhythm, and tempos are a constant. Music plays an integral role in everybody’s life, its influences being subtle. It affects us in more ways than we can acknowledge. Knowing this, let’s delve into the idea of ownership … Continue reading Inspiration vs. Imitation: Understanding copyright infringement
Read more »Copyright Registration in Greater Noida
Copyright Registration in Greater Noida Copyright is an essential form of intellectual property protection that safeguards the rights of creators over their literary, artistic, musical, and software works. Copyright registration provides legal recognition and protection against unauthorized use, ensuring that the creator benefits from their original work. In Greater Noida, a fast-growing hub for startups, … Continue reading Copyright Registration in Greater Noida
Read more »Fair Use in Parody and Satire: Analysing the Boundaries of Creative Expression in Common Law Countries.
INTRODUCTION Parody, an art form as old as Aristophanes, raises an interesting tension in copyright law where it conflicts with the idea of proprietary rights of original authors. This collision raises a fundamental question: if two works valuable from an artistic point of view are contested in the field of competition of copyrights, which ought … Continue reading Fair Use in Parody and Satire: Analysing the Boundaries of Creative Expression in Common Law Countries.
Read more »Balancing Privacy and Piracy in Digital Streaming Services
INTRODUCTION The digital streaming landscape completely changes how we consume media, accessing movies, music, or live events. However, convenience has its challenges-big ones concerning data privacy and piracy. Interaction between data privacy laws and anti-piracy measures presents extremely complex legal issues as streaming services gather piles of user data in an effort to better their … Continue reading Balancing Privacy and Piracy in Digital Streaming Services
Read more »Jasleen Royal’s Fight for Creative Rights: A Battle against Unauthorized Use in the Music Industry
INTRODUCTION On March 12th Singer-composer Jasleen Royal filed a case of copyright infringement and unauthorized usage against music label T-Series, lyricist Raj Ranjodh, and singer Guru Randhawa in the Bombay High Court. The case is related to her original musical composition in the song called “All Right”. It began when she composed some pieces for … Continue reading Jasleen Royal’s Fight for Creative Rights: A Battle against Unauthorized Use in the Music Industry
Read more »Analysis of The TMKOC Case: John Doe Orders and their Necessity in the Entertainment Industry
Introduction TMKOC which stands for Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma is one of the most reputed and long-running TV Shows. It occupies a very special place in people’s hearts as it is a sitcom based on ordinary -middle-class people and depicts situations to which people can relate. The show was created by Asit Kumarr Modi and … Continue reading Analysis of The TMKOC Case: John Doe Orders and their Necessity in the Entertainment Industry
Read more »The Legal and Ethical Dimensions of Copyright Infringement
INTRODUCTION Copyright infringement is one of the most persistent problems in intellectual property law today. Because it has become easier than ever to access digital content, unauthorized use of copyrighted materials has skyrocketed exponentially in a very short period of time. Copyright infringement happens when persons use or reproduce a work without acquiring consent from … Continue reading The Legal and Ethical Dimensions of Copyright Infringement
Read more »Idea-Expression Dichotomy in Copyright: Judicial Rulings and Merger Doctrine
Abstract Idea expression is the fundamental principle of copyright. This is also given in TRIPS, WIPO Copyright Treaty. Through this article, we will discuss the concept of Idea expression dichotomy, merger doctrine, and Scenes a Faire. We will also discuss the reasoning of the court while deciding the matter of idea-expression dichotomy. We will see … Continue reading Idea-Expression Dichotomy in Copyright: Judicial Rulings and Merger Doctrine
Read more »Unlocking Public Domain: Mickey’s Future After Winnie The Pooh’s Legacy Of Blood And Honey
Introduction Once upon a time there lived a princess named Cinderella, once radiant in beauty in her voice, her walk, beauty all around her. She met a prince fell in love, got married and lived happily ever after. Till 2046. But why till 2046? Because the shield (Copyright) protecting her ended and now she is … Continue reading Unlocking Public Domain: Mickey’s Future After Winnie The Pooh’s Legacy Of Blood And Honey
Read more »