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Copyright Cases Roundup
A roundup of recent cases in entertainment-related copyrights.
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Bordeaux's Bankruptcy: A Lesson In Adapting to the Evolving Sports Media Landscape
Word that the historic French franchise Girondins de Bordeaux filed for bankruptcy recently rocked European football. Various factors led to the team's downfall. But one force in particular poses an even broader threat to the sustainability of the elite level of French soccer: media rights.
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Evaluating Personal Injury Claims and Insurance Policies Covering Live Events
The rise in demand for in-person events post-pandemic has meant a corresponding increase in personal injury actions against venues. Consequently, venue-owner and operator clients would be wise to regularly evaluate their insurance policies (particularly general liability insurance policies) to ensure adequate coverage.
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Fresh Filings
Notable recent court filings in entertainment law.
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Players On the Move
A look at moves among attorneys, law firms, companies and other players in entertainment law.
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Upcoming Event: Copyright Year In Review
CLE sponsored by the Copyright Society of the South, Nashville, TN, Dec. 12, 2024.
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IP News
A look at the latest developments in intellectual property law.
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