LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

NFTs are units of data stored on a blockchain that signify ownership of (supposedly) unique digital media items. They are sold and/or traded in connection with “smart contracts” that govern the terms of transfer. Remedies: Are current statutory protections adequate to protect rights owners in NFT marketplaces? Nike, Inc.

IP 52

IP Non-Fungible Tokens Artwork Intellectual Property 52

IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Something has recently gone awry with the law of copyright ownership in a movie or other film — a “cinematographic work”, as s. Part I of the Act deals with the ownership of copyright in works. Section 13(1) provides that the author of a work is its first copyright owner. 2 of the Copyright Act RSC 1985, c.

Ownership 92

Ownership Copyright Intellectual Property Designs 92

IPilogue

MARCH 1, 2022

This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity; all emphases are mine. K: “I have had difficulty understanding longer contracts, especially when I was first starting out. I can only imagine the time it takes to catch these and comment to claim ownership and promote the book in which these graphics are published.

Social Media 106

Social Media IP Business Branding 106

43(B)log

OCTOBER 4, 2021

30, 2021) Plaintiff Daniel Abrahams formerly contracted with a publisher to author a series related to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Question: is a political newsletter really artistic? Of course, there are lots of expressive works that are purely commercial, like standard advertising. Example from recent case: Abrahams v.

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IP Trademark Advertising Advertising 94