The Public Domain Is Working Again — No Thanks To Disney
The Walt Disney Company has exploited the public domain while preventing the same opportunities to other artists.
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Report: John Lasseter Will Be Personally Liable For Any Harassment At Skydance
Skydance executives are apparently unsure of John Lasseter’s ability to keep his hands, mouth, and other body parts to himself.
Miami Dade College’s Animation Program Raises Ethical Questions About Ownership Of Student Ideas
An animation program in Florida is retaining permanent rights to students’ ideas, setting up the school to earn potentially huge paydays.
Former Telltale Games Employee Files Class-Action Lawsuit After Mass Layoffs
The lawsuit alleges that Telltale Games’ sudden dismissal of hundreds of employees violated federal and state laws.
Animation Workers Set To Receive $170 Million Payout From Wage-Theft Lawsuit
After more than a year of waiting, animation workers will soon receive the first payment from the $170 million settlement they won from various animation studios.
Disney And Pixar Sued Two More Times Over ‘Inside Out’ Copyright Infringement
Disney has now been sued three different times by people claiming that “Inside Out” is based on their idea. The latest people to sue are a children’s book author and a live-action filmmaker.
‘The Simpsons’ Are Victorious In $250 Million Lawsuit By ‘Goodfellas’ Actor Frank Sivero
The actor had made a meritless claim that “The Simpsons” infringed his right of publicity by basing the character of Louie on him.
‘Inside Out’ Infringement Case Dismissed In U.S. Court
A U.S. judge did not accept a woman’s claim that “Inside Out” was based on her project, “The Moodsters.” Our legal expert explains the ruling.
Here’s What Animator Jonathan Ng Did When His Film Was Lifted By EDM Artist Will Sparks
Award-winning animation filmmaker Jonathan Ng is fighting back after seeing his short film re-used as the music video for a popular Australian musician.
Understanding The Business Of The Entertainment Industry Empowers Creators And Filmmakers
This book helps creators and filmmakers to know which questions to ask, and to recognize when the answers they get sound a little less than trustworthy. In the entertainment business, that can come in handy.
A Beginner’s Guide To Copyright Law For Artists
Learn the basics of copyright law to protect yourself as an artist.
Federal Court Sides With Disney, Dismisses ‘Zootopia’ Theft Lawsuit
A Hollywood screenwriter was unable to convince a judge that Disney stole “Zootopia” from him.
Disney and Pixar Accused Of Stealing ‘Inside Out’ In New Lawsuit By Parenting Expert
A child development specialist has sued Disney claiming that “Inside Out” is based on her concept, “The Moodsters.”
Disney Slammed With ‘Zootopia’ Theft Lawsuit by ‘Total Recall’ Screenwriter
Gary Goldman, a screenwriter of “Total Recall,” alleges Disney’s 2016 hit “Zootopia” was based on his own project, also titled “Zootopia.”
Fake ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Creator Convicted of Fraud, Faces Up To 25 Years in Prison
A cartoonist’s attempt to defraud Dreamworks has backfired. He faces 25 years in prison after the U.S. government convicted him of wire fraud and perjury.
‘Mucha Lucha’ Co-Creator Lili Chin Files Copyright Infringement Suit Against Kohl’s
What does an indie artist do when America’s second-largest department store won’t stop stealing your work?
Exclusive: Artists At Stoopid Buddy, Studio Behind ‘Robot Chicken,’ Are Uniting To Unionize
An effort to organize the artists at Burbank, California-based Stoopid Buddy Stoodios has gained momentum in recent weeks.
Dreamworks Offers $50 Million Settlement in Animation Wage-Theft Lawsuit
Disney and its subsidiaries like Pixar and Lucasfilm are the only companies who are still fighting artists.
New Web Site Helps Artists Claim Settlement Money From Wage Theft Lawsuit
The new web site explains how artists will receive the nearly-$19 million settlement fund from Blue Sky and Sony Pictures.
