Broadly speaking, every state recognizes individuals' right to prevent the unauthorized use of their names and likenesses for commercial purposes. Some states consider this a civil right similar to the right of privacy, but elsewhere the concept is termed a "right of publicity." A recent 7th Circuit decision raises a fascinating issue that has sometimes divided the courts: When and how might the federal Copyright Act pre-empt state causes of action arising from the right of publicity?
March 22, 2005 at 12:00 AM
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