Music Copyright Infringement Claims

This program delves deep into the nuances of copyright issues specifically tailored for lawyers representing clients in the music industry. Through this course, presented by Mary Ellen Roy and Ashley Heilprin, Phelps Dunbar, LLP, viewers will receive insights into pivotal areas, including ownership dynamics, the specifics of transfer, understanding work-for-hire, the implications of sampling, the contours of fair use, and the mechanisms of enforcement. Viewers will receive both theoretical knowledge and practical insights.

Learning Objectives:

1. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the core tenets of music copyright, including its significance and strategies for ensuring optimum protection
2. Develop a clear grasp of how music can be legally borrowed while also exploring the boundaries and intricacies of the fair use doctrine
3. Identify potential pitfalls related to authorship, including how to determine and protect the rights of creators in various contexts, such as collaborations and group projects
4. Analyze the burgeoning field of AI in music, understanding both the potential and the copyright implications of using artificial intelligence in music creation and distribution