This class is eligible for CLE Passport use. You will be able to select the CLE Passport as your payment method for no additional cost when registering for this course.
Credits: 3.0 General Credit hours
Description: New technologies bring both opportunities and challenges for copyright holders and their legal counsel. This essential class explores the scope, duration, and enforcement of copyright protection in an evolving digital landscape. You will gain critical insights into how technological advancements – particularly artificial intelligence and user-generated content – are reshaping copyright law. The following are among the key topics this class covers:
- The different categories of copyrighted works and their protections
- Ownership rights, licensing, and transfer considerations
- The impact of the internet on enforcement and infringement risks
- Remedies for copyright violations, including injunctive relief and monetary damages
- Emerging legal challenges posed by AI-generated content and digital media
Whether you advise artists, authors, software developers, or businesses that rely on copyrighted material, this class equips you with the knowledge to navigate today’s complex copyright issues with confidence.
Faculty:
Laura A. Possessky, Corporation for Public Broadcasting