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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has dismissed Zuru Inc.’s appeal concerning LEGO’s copyright and trademark claims over toy figurines. The court ruled it lacked jurisdiction, upholding the district court’s determination that Zuru’s Third-Generation figurines are substantially similar to and likely to b…
On January 1, 2024, the 1928 Steamboat Willie version of Mickey Mouse will enter the US public domain, marking a significant milestone in copyright history. This event underscores the intricate relationship between Disney, copyright law, and the public domain, as Disney both championed copyright term extensions and bu…
This article examines whether violations of copyright, trademark, or patent laws can result in jail time. It outlines the legal framework governing criminal penalties for intellectual property infringements and clarifies when such penalties apply.
Characters for Hire, LLC, a live entertainment company renting performers portraying Disney, Marvel, and Lucasfilm characters, filed a motion for summary judgment in the Southern District of New York to dismiss copyright and trademark infringement claims brought by The Walt Disney Company. Disney alleges unauthorized…
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