Copyright

Judge Rules in Favor of DMX Estate, Upholding Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights

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White Plains, NY – A recent ruling has favored the estate of the late rapper DMX, born Earl Simmons, over a significant copyright and intellectual property ownership lawsuit. The decision, issued by a federal judge, grants the estate control over some of DMX’s crucial artistic outputs following a contested legal battle over the rights to his music and likeness. The lawsuit initially arose after various parties claimed ownership interests in the rapper’s extensive catalog following his death in April 2021. The judge’s ruling clarifies the rights and brings an end to the legal ambiguity surrounding … Read more

Isaac Hayes Estate Moves Forward with Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Donald Trump

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Nashville, TN — A recent federal court decision has given the green light for a copyright infringement lawsuit brought by the estate of legendary musician Isaac Hayes against former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit centers around allegations that Trump improperly used Hayes’ iconic song “Hold On, I’m Coming” during his political campaigns, without obtaining the necessary permissions. The controversy started when the song, made famous by Hayes and his musical partner David Porter in the 1960s as part of the soul duo Sam & Dave, was reportedly played at various Trump rallies. This legal challenge … Read more

Miley Cyrus’s Bid to Dismiss Copyright Lawsuit Over “Flowers” Denied, Case Moves Towards Trial

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Los Angeles — Pop star Miley Cyrus is embroiled in a legal battle over her hit song “Flowers,” which is accused of infringing on the copyright of Bruno Mars’ “When I Was Your Man.” The lawsuit was initiated by Tempo Music Investments, which holds rights previously owned by Mars’ co-writer. Despite efforts by Cyrus’ legal team to have the case dismissed, a federal judge in Los Angeles has decided the case will proceed. Tempo Music Investments, which bought rights from Justin Lawrence, Mars’ co-writer, filed the lawsuit. Cyrus’ attorneys argued that Tempo lacked the legal … Read more

Disney Triumphs in Court: Jury Clears ‘Moana’ of Copyright Infringement Claims

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Los Angeles, California – Disney has successfully defended itself against allegations that its popular film “Moana” borrowed creative content without permission. On Monday, a federal jury decisively ruled that Disney did not have access to the material of Buck Woodall, who had claimed his project “Bucky the Surfer Boy” was the inspiration for the 2016 blockbuster. Woodall’s lawsuit, first filed in 2020, sought $100 million in damages. He asserted that in 2004, he shared his story outline with Jenny Marchick, a representative at Mandeville Films. Mandeville, which was operating under a first-look deal with Disney … Read more