A New Year approaching lends itself to predictions for the upcoming year. As I gaze into my disco ball to see what the future looks like for entertainment law and intellectual property, here is what I believe will be issues that will grow in relevancy. Social Media in the Media Workplace Every network, affiliate, and … Continue reading
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Top 5 Copyright & Trademark Stories of 2014 … So Far
Isn’t Fall such a reflective time? Mississippi is just barely starting to get a glimpse with sometimes cooler temperatures earlier in the morning. As we approach a new season, let’s revisit what has been the biggest copyright and trademark stories of 2014 … so far and according to what you all most read on Statute of RyAnne. … Continue reading
Broadcasters can Breathe – A Victory Against Aereo
To perform or not perform – that was the question the Supreme Court hung its hat on in this week’s decision against technology startup Aereo. In a 6-3 decision on Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court concluded that Aereo did publicly perform. The majority of the opinion relied on the fact that the Court first … Continue reading
Happy First Birthday!
Happy Birthday to my blog! Happy Birthday to my blog! Happy Birthday my little nerd project, Happy Birthday to us! In case you were wondering, yes I am celebrating today by sporting a sparkly tiara (albeit imaginary because I’m not certain my boss, Ronnie Agnew, would be okay with such a display on a Thursday). I … Continue reading
How to Host an Intellectual Property Celebration!
Don’t you just love it when a plan comes together? Next week is packed full of intellectual property milestones, including a U.S. Supreme Court argument, World IP Day and a milestone for me! It’s pretty much my inner-nerd’s Christmas morning, birthday and Spring Break all rolled into one. First, there will be a U.S. Supreme … Continue reading
What is Aereo? Why Should I Care?
Do you like to watch TV? Do you like paying high fees for your TV? Do you wish there was a better and cheaper way to access your favorite shows? If you answered YES to any of the above questions, keep reading because the Aereo decision is for you! (I perhaps should lay off writing … Continue reading
