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The Briefing: Westlaw v. Ross AI – Is This The End of AI Training or The Future of AI Training



West Law v. Ross AIMajor AI copyright ruling – The Delaware District Court’s decision in Thomson Reuters v. Ross AI could have huge implications for AI training and copyright law. On this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub attorneys Scott Hervey and Andy Tan break down the case, its impact on the AI industry, and what it means for content creators.

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Federal District Court Adopts Problematic “Vibe Copyright” Protection in Influencer Fight



In the case of Sydney Nicole vs. Alyssa Sheil, a federal district judge ruled that certain vibes and aesthetics can be protected under copyright law. Weintraub attorneys Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler break down this decision and what it means for content creators and brands in the digital age on this episode of The Briefing.

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Bad Spaniels: Infringement? No. Dilution? Yes



On this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler dive into the landmark Jack Daniels v. VIP Products case that changed trademark law. They break down the Supreme Court’s ruling on trademark infringement vs. dilution and explore how a dog toy parody nearly tarnished Jack Daniels’ brand.

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Copyright Troll or Rightful Enforcer? The Fifth Circuit’s Curious Ruling In Sports Doc Copyright Litigation



A motivational passage from Keith Bell’s book Winning Isn’t Normal sparks a legal battle after Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin shares it on Twitter. Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler dive into the lawsuit, exploring how the Fifth Circuit’s ruling raises important questions about fair use, copyright enforcement, and Bell’s “serial litigant” status.

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2025 IP Resolutions Start With a Review of IP Assets



Kick off 2025 by reviewing your company’s IP assets! Whether you’re new to IP protection or a seasoned pro, it’s crucial to keep track of your valuable intellectual property. Scott Hervey & Tara Sattler break down key steps in safeguarding your trademarks, copyrights, and patents on this episode of The Briefing.

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Is This Just A Copycat Influencer Case or Something More Problematic?



Can an influencer sue another for having a similar aesthetic? Scott Hervey and Jessica Marlow dive into a Texas case that could reshape creator marketing on this episode of The Briefing.

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Millions at Stake: How 2 Live Crew Beat Bankruptcy to Reclaim Their Music



The 90s hip-hop group 2 Live Crew won big in their copyright case against Lil’ Joe Records. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg break down termination rights, bankruptcy, and what it means for artists reclaiming their work on this episode of The Briefing.

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Trump Train Derailed In “Electric Avenue” Copyright Lawsuit



Donald Trump is facing another lawsuit from a musician who objects to the use of their music at campaign events and rallies. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss this latest challenge on this episode of The Briefing. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel.

Cases Discussed:

  • Isaac Hayes Enters. v. Trump
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    “Hold On” You Can’t Use That Music in Your Presidential Campaign



    The estate of the late singer and songwriter Isaac Hayes sued former President Donald Trump for using one of his songs at campaign events and rallies. Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler discuss this case in this installment of The Briefing.

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    Does This Court’s Ruling Put an End to Tattoo Copyright Cases?



    The US District Court for the Northern District of Ohio issued an opinion in Hayden V. 2K Games, Inc. that could potentially put an end to tattoo copyright cases. Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler discuss the court’s opinion on this episode of The Briefing.

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