Copy of ISP Copyright Infringement Liability: The Supreme Court’s Cox v. Sony Ruling Explained
Written by: Brennan Paterson, Lex Tecnica Law Clerk The Supreme Court’s recent 9-0 decision in Cox Communications, Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment 607 U.S._(2026) is a clear statement from the Court as it continues to address copyright infringement in a world of instantaneous communication and quickly evolving technology. While the case itself has to do with […]
Champagne Problems: Copyright Ownership and the Right to Publicity
Written by Brennan Paterson, Lex Tecnica Law Clerk The ongoing federal lawsuit Taylor v. Jamie Nelson Studios LLC, No. 2:25-cv-12069 (C.D. Cal. Dec. 22, 2025) spotlights a concept that may surprise photographers and other artists: even when a photographer owns the copyright to their images, the way those images are marketed and sold can still […]
Copyrights, Trademarks, Patents, and Trade Secrets: Understanding the Basics of Intellectual Property
Written by: Brennan Paterson In the constantly evolving American economy, ideas and creativity can hold as much if not greater value than physical assets like factories or real estate. Whether you’re an entrepreneur launching a new product, an artist creating original works, or a business developing a recognizable brand, understanding intellectual property is essential. Intellectual […]