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Internet Archive’s Decision Not to Appeal Second Circuit’s Fair Use Ruling Could Lead to More Litigation As Issue Remains Unsettled Image

Internet Archive’s Decision Not to Appeal Second Circuit’s Fair Use Ruling Could Lead to More Litigation As Issue Remains Unsettled

Catherine Nyarady & Crystal Parker

The Second Circuit’s decision may have significant downstream implications for other digital lending services, making it more difficult to operate absent licensing agreements with copyright holders of the various works they seek to distribute. With Internet Archive deciding against petitioning the Supreme Court, we may well see similar litigation pop up in other jurisdictions outside the Second Circuit until the issue is more widely settled.

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Artists Release Silent Album to Protest Change In UK Copyright Law Image

Artists Release Silent Album to Protest Change In UK Copyright Law

Steve Salkin

More than 1,000 artists are credited on a “silent” record released on February 25 in protest over changes that the UK government is considering to its copyright law, changes which critics say will make it easier for AI models to use copyrighted material without securing a license.

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The Future of the SEC Whistleblower Program Under Trump 2.0 Image

The Future of the SEC Whistleblower Program Under Trump 2.0

David Chase & Scott Silver

The Trump administration will likely impact the SEC whistleblower program in terms of a change in its enforcement priorities, as well as the amounts of financial bounties paid, but will not, in our opinion, threaten its existence given bi-partisan support or alter its core functions.

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AI Mastery for Legal Marketing Professionals Image

AI Mastery for Legal Marketing Professionals

Eric Hoffmaster

Mastering AI tools is vital for law firms striving to remain competitive. The increasing demand for prompt and effective services means firms that do not adapt may fall behind.

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New York Real Estate Law Reporter Staff

Landowner Lacks Standing to Challenge Negative SEQRA Determination With Respect to Prohibition of Use On Its Own ParcelUDC’s Project Plan for Penn Station Area UpheldPlanning Board’s Grant of Site Plan and Special Permit Upheld

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Despite Increasing Profits, Law Firms Are Keeping Tight Grip On Equity Tier Partnership Image

Despite Increasing Profits, Law Firms Are Keeping Tight Grip On Equity Tier Partnership

Andrew Maloney

There’s no doubt many firms put together outstanding financial performances last year. Still, many bottom lines are getting a boost from flat or negative equity partner growth.

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If Your Audience Doesn’t Hear You, Are You Really Marketing? Image

If Your Audience Doesn’t Hear You, Are You Really Marketing?

Meg Pritchard

If your marketing is focused on showcasing your knowledge, skills and experience — your expertise — but it isn’t consistently reaching or engaging the people who would hire or refer you you’re missing two of the three critical marks.

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Sending a Shot Across the Brow: Drafting An Effective Trademark Demand Letter Image

Sending a Shot Across the Brow: Drafting An Effective Trademark Demand Letter

Nate Garhart

At the end of the day, demand letters form an important part of a company's trademark enforcement strategy. But they must be just that — a part of a fully developed reasoned strategy rather than a knee-jerk reaction to perceived infringement. And that strategy will require some investigation and research to help ensure success.

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Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Defense Counsel’s $21K In Attorneys Fees In Commercial Tenancy Dispute Image

Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Defense Counsel’s $21K In Attorneys Fees In Commercial Tenancy Dispute

Marianna Wharry

A defense counsel’s award of over $21,000 in attorney fees in a commercial lease dispute was upheld in February by a three-judge panel for and Illinois appellate court, finding the plaintiff did not fully establish the shortfalls of the fee petition.

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Mastering AI for Legal Professionals Image

Mastering AI for Legal Professionals

Eric Hoffmaster

Mastering AI tools is vital for law firms striving to remain competitive. The increasing demand for prompt and effective services means firms that do not adapt may fall behind. Mastery of AI enhances workflow efficiency while enabling predictive analysis, client insights, and improved decision-making.

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