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Not Designed To Fit: Why The Innovative Design Protection And Piracy Prevention Act Should Not Be Made Into Law, Alexis N. Stevens
Not Designed To Fit: Why The Innovative Design Protection And Piracy Prevention Act Should Not Be Made Into Law, Alexis N. Stevens
Pace Law Review
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“Beyond The Scope Of Ordinary Training And Knowledge”: The Argument For Droit Moral, U.S. Research Science Intellectual Property Moral Rights, Joan Elise Jackson
“Beyond The Scope Of Ordinary Training And Knowledge”: The Argument For Droit Moral, U.S. Research Science Intellectual Property Moral Rights, Joan Elise Jackson
Pace Law Review
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Standards, Patents, And The National Smart Grid, Jorge L. Contreras
Standards, Patents, And The National Smart Grid, Jorge L. Contreras
Pace Law Review
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How Close Is “Too Close”, Lana Ciaramella
How Close Is “Too Close”, Lana Ciaramella
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
Lana Ciaramella writes an article on trade dress infringement. Her article discusses the standards of trade dress infringement, how they are applicable to private label products and how the courts have modified their view of trade dress infringement over time. She focuses on the landmark decision in McNeil Nutritionals, LLC v. Heartland Sweetners, which set a new precedent for treatment of trade dress infringement by private label manufacturers of brand name products.
The Creative Commons: A Supplement To Copyright In Today’S Technological Culture, Frank Polcino
The Creative Commons: A Supplement To Copyright In Today’S Technological Culture, Frank Polcino
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
In his article “The Creative Commons: A Supplement to Copyright in Today’s Technological Culture”, Frank Polcino discusses the relatively new licensing approach for copyrightable works, which originated from a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable corporation called Creative Commons.
War Of The Dolls: Did The Ninth Circuit Fail To Apply The “Intended Audience Test” In Holding Substantial Similarity Should Be Determined From The Perspective Of The “Ordinary Observer” And Not A “Child” In Mattel, Inc. V. Mga Entertainment, Inc.?, Emily Flasz
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
Emily Flasz writes an article on the application of the substantial similarity test in copyright infringement cases. Her article addresses whether the second prong of the substantial similarity test, the “intrinsic test,” should include the “intended audience test” when the works in issue are intended for children. She examines this question within the context of the Ninth Circuit’s decision in Mattel, Inc. v. MGA Entertainment, Inc. and provides an in depth look at how the Second, Third, Fourth, Sixth, and Ninth Federal Circuit Courts have applied the “intended audience test” when the works in dispute are intended for specialized audiences, …
For The Love Of The Name: Professional Athletes Seek Trademark Protection, Brett Harris Pavony, Jaia Thomas
For The Love Of The Name: Professional Athletes Seek Trademark Protection, Brett Harris Pavony, Jaia Thomas
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
Brett Pavony & Jaia Thomas wrote an article that explores the burgeoning relationship between professional sports and trademark law. After providing an overview of the various requirements outlined by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the article transitions into exploring the emerging trend of sports figures seeking federal trademark protection. Brett & Jaia blend their expertise and research to present an article that focuses on an analytical examination of professional athletes seeking trademark protection. The article also offers a glimpse into the future of intellectual property law as it pertains to professional athletes. As more and more athletes …
American Needle’S Progeny? Tennis And Antitrust, Ryan M. Rodenberg, Daniel Hauptman
American Needle’S Progeny? Tennis And Antitrust, Ryan M. Rodenberg, Daniel Hauptman
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
Decided in the shadow of the U.S. Supreme Court’s May 2010 decision in American Needle v. NFL, Ryan M. Rodenberg and Daniel Hauptman analyze Deutscher Tennis Bund v. ATP World Tour (hereinafter DTB v. ATP) and aim to explain its implications for individual sports (e.g. tennis and golf) and sport governance generally. Treatment is afforded to both the District Court’s jury verdict and the Third Circuit’s appellate decision in DTB v. ATP. Despite being the first federal appellate sports antitrust decision rendered following American Needle, this article concludes that DTB v. ATP should not be considered an …
Social Media In Sports: Can Professional Sports League Commissioners Punish 'Twackle Dummies'?, Daniel J. Friedman
Social Media In Sports: Can Professional Sports League Commissioners Punish 'Twackle Dummies'?, Daniel J. Friedman
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
Daniel J. Friedman writes an article discussing the rise and popularity in social media use by professional athletes. He then discusses some of the new problems that have arisen due to social media misuse and the power of the Commissioner to restrict and punish the players for misuse. The article culminates with a case study hypothetical related to content based social media misuse and whether the Commissioners of professional sports league can punish a player for the content of their social media messages.
Combating Online Trademark And Copyright Infringement: Ice And Doj Domain Name Seizures New Tools In The Government’S Efforts To Combat Online Ip Infringement, Tanya Dunbar
Pace Intellectual Property, Sports & Entertainment Law Forum
The ICE seizures and proposed legislations to codify ICE-style seizures have led many to question the legitimacy of ICE’s seizures and decry the bills as censorship. Tanya Dunbar’s article explores the reasons for the government’s actions, the seizure mechanism the government employs, and the controversy surrounding domain name seizures. Where possible, the Ms. Dunbar offers solutions to some of the controversial issues that may arise.
Copyright Law And Pornography, Ann Bartow
Copyright Law And Pornography, Ann Bartow
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
Sex-for-hire is usually illegal, unless it is being filmed. Debates about pornography tread uneasily into legal terrain that implicates freedom of expression under the First Amendment, the specter of censorship, and genuine concerns about the function and role of pornography in persistent gender inequality. It is less common for conversations about pornography to include a discussion of copyright law. Yet copyright law is a powerful tool that operates to protect the financial interests of pornographers. Owners of copyrighted pornography frequently threaten public exposure of an alleged infringer’s consumption habits in order to force a financial settlement. Thus copyright law operates …