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February 25th, 2022
Decoding the Latest Wave of Video Game Cheat Cases
Interactive Entertainment Partner Sean F. Kane was quoted in the article, “Decoding the Latest Wave of Video Game Cheat Cases” published by Law360. The article analyzes the slew of copyright lawsuits filed by video game makers against websites that sell cheat tools for players to gain unfair advantages and the challenges ahead for these type of lawsuits. Sean explains the cheating lawsuits are nothing new but notes the latest set of suits may indicate that video game companies have a bigger mission in mind to obtain damages.
Sean adds, "Filing a suit against an entity that is generating significant income directly from the nefarious activity is usually intended to send a message to other entities: to shut down the particular company and to obtain the monies generated by the activity as damages."
Read the full article here. (Behind paywall)
Other Quoted
#FromTheFrontLines: These Entertainment Lawyers Break Down What Black Creatives Are Striking For
Essence spoke with Marcie Cleary on the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes over ongoing labor disputes with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. View Article
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Future or Fad: Will Headless Brands Rewrite the Book on Branding?
Culture3 quotes Jeremy S. Goldman on the rising popularity of “headless brands” in the blockchain community. Read more.
July 31 2023
Fla. Bar CTA Program Could Be Win For Solos Across The US
Law360 quotes Tyler Maulsby on a recent Florida Bar initiative offering all Florida attorneys a free client trust accounting management service. Read more.
July 20 2023