News & Media
I told you that Florida was backward…
I frequently write about how my former home state of Flori-duh is backward. Well finally, someone agrees with me. Meet Carlos Romero, 31, charged with (oh shit) “sexual activity involving an animal.” According to Local 10, a man spotted Romero “doing sexual acts with his miniature female donkey.” According to the article, Romero didn’t seem shy about his actions. He
The Pirates And Trolls Of Porn Valley
BuzzFeed reports on the attorneys who have been pursuing people who have pirated adult movies. Attorney Marc Randazza commented in the article: I think it’s important for companies to bring these cases. Otherwise, there’s no disincentive to stealing. Read More….
David McKee, Are you a Tool?
I don’t know, but I think you might be learning a thing or two about the Streisand Effect. Apparently, Dennis Laurion did not like Dr. McKee’s bedside manner, reviewing him thusly: When I mentioned Dr. McKee’s name to a friend who is a nurse, she said, ‘Dr. McKee is a real tool! Case was dismissed as being pure opinion, but
Primer On the Law of User-Generated Content
This blog often features articles on developments in § 230 of the Communications Decency Act, or the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, but the significance – and nuance – of such rulings may not be immediately appreciable to many readers. Hopefully such posts are helpful to lawyers. However, they are important to non-lawyers and even only casual users of the Internet.
This Message Brought to You By the World's Biggest Drag
Earlier this month, the State Department’s Chief Diversity Officer, John Robinson, admonished us all to watch what we say because, yet again, somebody somewhere might be offended. Source. (see column entitled “Diversity Notes”, beginning on P. 8) Most people are already familiar with the term “handicap” and why those who take issue with it do so. Similarly, anyone who’s seen
Crime, Inc: Hollywood Robbery
CNBC explores the entertainment industry and the impact of piracy in Crime Inc–Hollywood Robbery. CNBC interviewed attorney Marc Randazza for the program. The program will air on August 30, 2012 at 9 p.m. on CNBC. For a preview of the program, go here.
The Copyrightability of Porn
Back in April, I wrote an article “Challenging The Copyrightability Of Porn” (html version – digital mag version) This was to confront a growing chorus of voices questioning whether porn can be copyrighted. You likely don’t need to read my article to know where I come down on it. Over the past week, The First Amendment Lawyers’ Association has honored
FALA Asks Court to Dismiss Claim Porn Is Not Copyrightable
XBiz writes about a friend of the court brief filed by the First Amendment Lawyers Association asking a Colorado court to dismiss a claim that pornography is not copyrightable. Attorney Marc Randazza serves as national secretary for FALA and filed the brief. The article says: If accepted, Randazza said, a judge’s declaration over the issue could impose new restrictions, or
BangBros Fingers Affiliate Who Allegedly Registered BangBross.com
XBiz reports that BangBros.com has sued an affiliate for cybersquatting, trademark infringement, and unfair competition. BangBros.com is represented by the Randazza Legal Group in the suit. The article states: BangBros said in the suit that Thomas and Stratis provided false registration information and used a Whois privacy service because they were fully aware that their conduct infringed upon BangBros trademark
Kim Dotcom… point, counterpoint, discuss
Kim Dotcom posted this video: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MokNvbiRqCM] and a parodist posted this one [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEqrZ2BfeVw] [polldaddy poll=6450163]
No Facebook account? Seek Help Before You Hurt Someone.
Apparently, an article published on tagesspiegel.de points out that not having a Facebook profile could be problematic because, hey, neither that asshole in Colorado nor Anders Breivik had one, so you know…. Source. Yes, those who have resisted the urge to use a clever profile pic of a fuzzy kitteh and share the inane details of their daily lives might
Randazza Legal Group: The Case for Relocating Porn Production to Las Vegas
XBiz features an article by attorneys Marc J. Randazza and J. Malcolm DeVoy IV of the Randazza Legal Group regarding the case for relocating porn production to Las Vegas. The article states: The fact is, Condom Wars or not, there are very good business, legal and logistical reasons for relocating to Las Vegas. Read More…
Oron.com Ordered to Pay Corbin Fisher $550,000
XBiz broke the news today that U.S. District Court Judge Gloria Navarro of Nevada issued an order enforcing the settlement agreement between Corbin Fisher and file locker Oron.com, resulting in a $550,000 award for Corbin Fisher. Attorney Marc Randazza represents Corbin Fisher. Read More…
Judge Enforces Corbin Fisher/Oron.com Settlement, Dismisses Case
AVN reports that U.S. District Court Judge Gloria Navarro of Nevada ordered the settlement between Corbin Fisher and Oron.com to be enforced, resulting in an award of $550,000 for Corbin Fisher. Attorney Marc Randazza represents Corbin Fisher in this matter. Read More…
Chick-fil-A and free speech
Attorney Marc Randazza guest writes a post for CNN about the First Amendment implications of speaking out against Chick-fil-A CEO’s recent controversial comments about gay marriage. Randazza says: The First Amendment protects you from government action suppressing your right to free speech. It does not protect you from private individuals’ negative reaction to your speech. Read More…
Russia's Pussy Riot
By J. DeVoy The Russian punk rock band Pussy Riot are being charged with “hooliganism” for mocking religion and criticizing Vladimir Putin, Russia’s actual, then de facto, then actual again, leader. The band’s alleged crime: entering the Christ the Saviour Cathedral in Moscow, climbing on the altar and exhorting the Virgin Mary to “throw Putin out!” (source.) The women face up
Internet providers turn to attorneys to protect content
KSNV Las Vegas reports on how content providers are turning to attorneys to protect their content online. Attorney Marc Randazza states: It’s a really old message that I would’ve hoped everyone would have learned by kindergarten: don’t steal. Read More…
And that is how Boston rolls, you bigoted douchebag
Good for you, Mayah. H/T: Janelle
Unedited footage from lunar landing
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