Monthly Archives: October 2011

Clinton Sings Sad Tune in Court but Loses

Posted on October 31, 2011 by

Singer, composer, performer, George Clinton’s request for $33 million, in allegedly unpaid royalties, hit a wrong note with the Central District of California Court. In fact, Judge Philip S. Gutierrez, on remand from the 9th Circuit and having allowed Clinton … Continue reading →

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South Park’s Use of “Butt” Deemed Fair Use

Posted on October 27, 2011 by

Why is the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Wisconsin discussing South Park’s butt?  In this case Brownmark Films, LLC sued Comedy Partners et al (“Comedy Central”) over a music video entitled “What What (In the Butt)” … Continue reading →

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Entertainment Law Institute, Oct. 20-21, Austin, Texas

Posted on October 18, 2011 by

I will be on a panel discussing the direct licensing of public performance rights at the 21st annual Entertainment Law Institute here in Austin on Thursday October 20th at 3:45pm.  The brochure for the event is below.

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