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Lowe & Associates attorneys have been quoted and covered in the press on many occasions. In addition, members of the firm have written a number of important articles relating to entertainment and copyright issues for various publications.

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PRACTICE TIPS: RIGHTS AND REMEDIES FOR COPYRIGHT CO-OWNERS
By: Steven T. Lowe

DEATH OF COPYRIGHT 3: “THE AWAKENING”
by: Steven T. Lowe

The Computer & Internet Lawyer (September 2012)
Written by Steven T. Lowe and Daniel Lifschitz

“Death of Copyright, the Sequel” picks up where 2010’s seminal “Death of Copyright” left off, taking a second look at the alarming decline of copyright as a viable avenue of protection for screenwriters. In addition to a fresh critical analysis of the federal courts’ handling of copyright law, the article also examines the rise of “idea theft” claims as a viable substitute, which also have their own unique set of perils.

Los Angeles Lawyer (November 2010)
Written by Steven T. Lowe

Over the last two decades, the studios and networks have prevailed in virtually all copyright infringement cases brought against them (approximately 50 are identified in the article), most being dismissed at the summary judgment stage. Under the current state of copyright law, it is virtually impossible for a screenwriter to win, or even get their case in front of a jury. As the article explains, unless something changes, author-oriented copyright protection may be “dead,” or at least on life support.

Steven T. Lowe on “The Death of Copyright” – October 27, 2011

Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journals (March 2010)
Written by Steven T. Lowe

This article contains multiple informative tips for transactional attorneys from the standpoint of a litigation attorney.

Los Angeles Lawyer (June 2006)
Written by Steven T. Lowe and Abhay Khosla

This article identifies multiple sources of income for artists and writers in the music industry, and explores the various claims that may be asserted to collect these royalties.

Los Angeles Lawyer (December 2004)
Written by Steven T. Lowe and Abhay Khosla

This article explores the state of the law entitling creators to credit for their work in the entertainment industry, looking in particular at the impact of the United State Supreme Court’s ruling in Dastar Corp. v. Twentieth Century Fox Film Corp. (2002).

Los Angeles Lawyer (May 2003)
Written by Steven T. Lowe

This article has been cited in judges’ opinions and the 2006 Harvard Law Review, primarily on the issue of whether an implied contract claim is preempted by the federal copyright act. The article concludes that it is not preempted, a conclusion affirmed by the Ninth Circuit years later in the 2011 case of Montz v. Pilgrim Films & Television Inc.