Considering the implications of the late-2013 ruling in favor of Google in the Authors Guild case.
Pamela Samuelson
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Assessing the shifting perspectives on patentability standards for software.
Statutory Damages As a Threat to Innovation
Considering the negative influence of U.S. statutory damage rules on technology innovation.
A Copyright Challenge to Resales of Digital Music
A currently pending case will have significant implications for secondary markets in digital goods.
Oracle v. Google: Are APIs Copyrightable?
Assessing the first phase of the trial based on claims that Google's Android platform infringes Oracle's Java-related copyrights and patents.
Can Online Piracy Be Stopped By Laws?
Considering the legal responsibilities of Internet intermediaries in the aftermath of the Stop Online Privacy Act controversy.
Do Software Copyrights Protect What Programs Do?
A case before the European Court of Justice has significant implications for innovation and competition in the software industry.
Why the Google Book Settlement Failed – and What Comes Next?
Assessing the implications of the Google Book Search settlement.
Reinstituting formalities — notice of copyright claims and registration requirements — could help address problems related to too many copyrights that last for too many years.
Do You Own the Software You Buy?
Examining the fine print concerning your rights in your copies of purchased software.
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