According to ABC News, there has been a stunning turn of events in New Jersey's quest to allow sports gambling within its borders. U.S. District Judge Michael Shipp had previously stated that a written opinion would be published today deciding whether New Jersey could allows … [Read more...] about Judge Delays Ruling in New Jersey Sports Betting Case
California Cracks Down on Music Piracy
California Governor Jerry Brown recently signed a bill targeting music piracy. In an ever-increasing digital age, music is one of the most affected industries in terms of intellectual property violations. In fact, earlier this week the US District Court found that the music … [Read more...] about California Cracks Down on Music Piracy
FCC Unanimously Removes Football Blackout Rule
Green Bay Packer fans might be able to breathe a little easier about watching Packers' playoff games from their homes this winer. According to a story from the Hollywood Reporter, the Federal Communications Commission unanimously chose to remove the football blackout rule, which … [Read more...] about FCC Unanimously Removes Football Blackout Rule
Marvel and Kirby Settle
Deadline reports that Marvel settled with the heirs of famed comic book artist Jack Kirby last Friday, precluding the Supreme Court from taking the case and examining the issue of works made for hire. Kirby is the creator of many of the original Marvel Comics including … [Read more...] about Marvel and Kirby Settle
Peterson Seeks Expedited Criminal Trial
The NFL has recently incurred a large public backlash due to the arrests of high profile running backs Ray Rice and Adrian Peterson. Following an indictment on a charge of reckless or negligent injury to a child, the Minnesota Vikings deactivated Peterson for their Week 2 matchup … [Read more...] about Peterson Seeks Expedited Criminal Trial