Thomas Sullivan

May 13, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Leslie Minora |Elizabeth Seidlin-Bernstein |Thomas Sullivan

SummaryIn Warner Chappell Music, Inc. v. Nealy, a 6-3 decision published last week, the U.S. Supreme Court held that a copyright plaintiff can recover damages for all infringing acts, including for infringement that occurred more than three years prior to the filing of the lawsuit, as long as the lawsuit is timely filed. This decision leaves open a broader question about when the statute of limitations begins to run.

May 10, 2024 | ballardspahr.com | Thomas Sullivan |Elizabeth Seidlin-Bernstein |Leslie Minora

Summary In Warner Chappell Music, Inc. v. Nealy, a 6-3 decision published yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court held that a copyright plaintiff can recover damages for all infringing acts, including for infringement that occurred more than three years prior to the filing of the lawsuit, as long as the lawsuit is timely filed. This decision leaves open a broader question about when the statute of limitations begins to run.

Jan 8, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Lynn Oberlander |Thomas Sullivan

SummaryThe U.S. Copyright Office is seeking public comment on its proposal to create a group registration option for “frequently updated news websites.”The Upshot The proposed rule would allow a publisher to register its news website as a collective work, with that registration also including any components of the site that the publisher also fully owns.

Jan 5, 2024 | ballardspahr.com | Thomas Sullivan |Lynn Oberlander

Summary The U.S. Copyright Office is seeking public comment on its proposal to create a group registration option for “frequently updated news websites.”The Upshot The proposed rule would allow a publisher to register its news website as a collective work, with that registration also including any components of the site that the publisher also fully owns.

Jul 20, 2023 | energycentral.com | Thomas Sullivan

Not just a buzz word—Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is a framework that helps financial investors understand how an organization manages risks and opportunities related to sustainability issues. For the investment community, reviewing ESG reports gives them a more complete understanding of the companies in which they invest. Because these investments are financial, it is important to balance ESG principles with how they impact the company’s bottom line.