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Category: IP

Clive Palmer v Twisted Sister (AUS)

Former American heavy metal band Twisted Sister have taken issue with Australian millionaire politician Clive Palmer‘s use of their 1984 … More

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Eminem v National Party (NZ)

In the lead up to New Zealand’s 2014 election, the National Party played a 30 second campaign advertisement which incorporated … More

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Music Modernization Act (USA) – update

The US Music Modernization Act passed in the House of Representatives unanimously on 25 September 2018. The bill will now … More

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Digital remastering doesn’t create new copyright [USA]

Remastering music involves taking old songs in an analog format (such as found on vinyl) and digitally improving their quality … More

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Shayne Carter NZ Copyright Dispute

Shayne Carter, a well-known New Zealand musician and best known as the former frontman of the band Straitjacket Fits, is … More

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ABC Radio Sydney Interview – Blurred Lines

I was interviewed live on ABC Radio Sydney this morning in Focus with Cassie McCullagh. We discussed the recent appeal … More

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Taylor Swift’s Lyrical Copyright Victory

In a fairly scathing judgment, Californian  District Court Judge Michael Fitzgerald has granted Taylor Swift‘s motion to dismiss a 2017 … More

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New Australian mandatory data breach laws

Data breaches are commonplace in an increasingly digital world and their consequences are about to become significant for thousands of … More

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Meryl Streep applies to trademark her own name

Often cited by critics and the media as “the best actress of her generation”, Meryl Streep (real name Mary Louise … More

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The Eagles Settle Hotel California Trademark Lawsuit

American rock band The Eagles released their fifth studio album Hotel California in 1976.  The title track (released as a single in … More

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