Allen Grodsky

Allen Grodsky

September 19, 2012 | Inside Counsel

The case of a pop singer’s secret wedding photos demonstrates when use isn’t fair

In my past two articles I have discussed the principles of fair use and how they apply to allow someone to use copyrighted material without permission of the copyright owner.

By Allen Grodsky

5 minute read

July 02, 2012 | Inside Counsel

What “South Park” can teach us about fair use

In this column, Ill talk about a specific kind of fair useparodyand a 7th Circuit case that came down in June that perfectly illustrates how a parody can be a fair use. ...

By Allen Grodsky

10 minute read

June 07, 2012 | Inside Counsel

4 factors courts consider when deciding on fair use

The Copyright Act gives authors of certain works (such as books, music, movies, etc.) the exclusive right to use those works.

By Allen Grodsky

4 minute read