Where is the Line for 'Plagiarism' of Music Melodies? Explaining the Case Law of Reproduction and Derivative Works: 'Dokomademoikou Vs. Kinenju Case' | MONOLITH LAW OFFICE | Tokyo, Japan

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Where is the Line for 'Plagiarism' of Music Melodies? Explaining the Case Law of Reproduction and Derivative Works: 'Dokomademoikou Vs. Kinenju Case' — 2023.09.22
Where is the Line for 'Plagiarism' of Music Melodies? Explaining the Case Law of Reproduction an.
The issue of "plagiarism" of musical melodies is a complex area that stands at the intersection of creativity and copyright. In particular, the not...
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Music Schools vs. JASRAC: A Comprehensive Guide to the Copyright Fee Case from Trial Court to Supreme Court Ruling — 2023.09.22
Music Schools vs. JASRAC: A Comprehensive Guide to the Copyright Fee Case from Trial Court to Su.
The plaintiffs, who are music school operators (249 member organizations of the "Association to Protect Music Education"), have filed a lawsuit aga...
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Is Choreography for Dance Considered a 'Work of Authorship'? ~Explaining the Precedents~ — 2023.09.22
Is Choreography for Dance Considered a 'Work of Authorship'? ~Explaining the Precedents~
With the revision of the Course of Study in 2008 (Heisei 20), dance became a compulsory subject for the first and second years of junior high schoo...
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What are the Risks Parents Should Know When Minors Monetize on YouTube? — 2023.09.22
What are the Risks Parents Should Know When Minors Monetize on YouTube?
Nowadays, it's easy for anyone to become a YouTuber, and there are increasing cases of minors making their mark in this field.However, when minors ...
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Explaining Copyright Considerations in the Rising Popularity of Highlight Videos — 2023.09.22
Explaining Copyright Considerations in the Rising Popularity of Highlight Videos
"Highlight videos", which are re-edited portions of videos published on platforms like YouTube, are gaining popularity. These videos allow viewers ...
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Explaining Cases Where 'Cover Songs' Posted on YouTube Can Constitute Copyright Infringement — 2023.09.22
Explaining Cases Where 'Cover Songs' Posted on YouTube Can Constitute Copyright Infringement
On video sharing platforms such as YouTube and Nico Nico Douga, there is a popular genre known as "Utattemita" or "Cover songs"."Cover song" is a g...
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About the Acquisition and Business Transfer of YouTube Channels and Legal Risks — 2023.08.25
About the Acquisition and Business Transfer of YouTube Channels and Legal Risks
In general business relations, it's not uncommon for companies to be acquired or for businesses to be transferred.When considering expanding a comp...
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Key Points to Check in a Contract for YouTubers Affiliated with an Agency? (Part 1) — 2023.08.25
Key Points to Check in a Contract for YouTubers Affiliated with an Agency? (Part 1)
Currently, there is a rapidly increasing population, especially among younger people, that is watching YouTube. The desire to become a YouTuber is ...
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Key Points for Outsourcing Contract Between YouTubers and Client Companies for Advertising Projects — 2023.08.17
Key Points for Outsourcing Contract Between YouTubers and Client Companies for Advertising Proje.
YouTube has gained worldwide popularity as a video sharing site where anyone can easily post videos. Anyone can become a YouTuber by opening an acc...
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Key Points to Check in a Contract for YouTubers Affiliated with an Agency? (Part 2) — 2023.08.17
Key Points to Check in a Contract for YouTubers Affiliated with an Agency? (Part 2)
The contracts that YouTubers enter into with management agencies are not standard contracts as defined by laws such as the Japanese Civil Code. The...
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Key Considerations for Product Production Contracts between YouTubers and Japanese Companies — 2023.06.22
Key Considerations for Product Production Contracts between YouTubers and Japanese Companies
YouTube has gained worldwide popularity, and the influence of renowned YouTubers is immense. Their endorsement of a product can yield exceptional a...
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