Infringement

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

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

New Mexico Firm Sues Tinder’s Parent Company for Patent Infringement Over Safety App Collaboration

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AUSTIN, Texas – A New Mexico-based company has initiated a legal battle against Match Group, the parent entity of the popular dating app Tinder, accusing it of patent infringement over its integration with Noonlight, a safety application that enables users to summon emergency services. The lawsuit, which was lodged in a Texas federal court, could spell significant implications for the way tech companies collaborate and innovate. The dispute centers on the alleged unauthorized use of a patented technology that plays a critical role in user safety and security, particularly in the context of online interactions. … Read more

Major Media Publishers Sue AI Firm Cohere for Copyright and Trademark Infringement in Landmark Case

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NEW YORK — A coalition of prominent news and magazine publishers has initiated a legal battle against Cohere Inc., an AI company with a valuation exceeding $5 billion. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York on February 13, alleges that Cohere engaged in extensive unauthorized use of the publishers’ copyrighted materials to develop and enhance its artificial intelligence systems. The plaintiffs, including media giants such as Condé Nast, The Atlantic, Forbes Media, and The Guardian, are seeking a permanent injunction and damages, citing massive, systematic copyright and trademark infringements. The News/Media Alliance, … Read more