This update explores recent copyright infringement cases before the Bombay High Court, shifts in entertainment licensing, and disputes around celebrity publicity rights. It analyses legal developments in digital media and government policies affecting the entertainment sector.
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Social Media and Intellectual Property (Part VI): Select Copyright Cases
This post examines key copyright cases involving social media, illustrating how courts address infringement and fair use issues. It offers objective insights into the intersection of copyright law and online content sharing.
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This article explores the legal controversies over Marilyn Monroe’s publicity rights and trademarks, focusing on estate litigation and merchandising disputes. It provides a clear analysis of the key court decisions and the ongoing struggle to balance estate control with public domain interests.
Read more about Even death won’t do us apartVoices and Celebrity Rights – Furlenco, Amitabh, Arvind, and Arnab
The article explores whether Furlenco’s use of celebrity-like voices in advertisements infringes publicity rights under Indian law. It analyses legal exemptions and the complexities in determining fair use or parody in commercial advertising contexts.
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