Victory for 2 Live Crew: Jury Awards Copyrights Back to Hip-Hop Legends Under Termination Rights
Miami, FL — In a landmark ruling that underscores the complexities of copyright law, a Florida jury has decided in favor of the iconic hip-hop group 2 Live Crew, allowing them to reclaim the copyrights to several of their albums. This decision comes decades after the original copyrights were transferred following bankruptcy proceedings. The verdict, delivered on October 16, 2024, hinged on the interpretation of termination rights under the U.S. Copyright Act, an area seldom litigated until now. The case involved 2 Live Crew members and their heirs versus Lil’ Joe Records, Inc., which acquired … Read more