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If an ISP's customers infringe copyright and the ISP does not take steps to stop it occurring, is it liable for copyright infringement? Today the Full Federal Court found that iiNet was not liable, but gave some guidance on how copyright owners can establish liability, in the eagerly-awaited appeal decision in Roadshow Films Pty Limited v iiNet Limited [2011] FCAFC 23.

It seems that the more we want to exchange information, news, and other entertainment on the Web, the more it becomes apparent that our Australian copyright laws may not let us do so.

The High Court has upheld Ten's appeal regarding what is a 'television broadcast' for the purpose of determining copyright infringement under the Copyright Act.

The Federal Court has held that radio programs played internet are broadcasts and exempt from extra royalty payments.

The Federal Court recently dismissed a copyright infringement claim on the basis that it had not been established that direct or indirect copying of another’s project home design had occurred.

The amendments are limited and safe harbour scheme protections may be available to only a restricted class of entities.

A recent High Court case confirmed that architectural plans forming part of a development consent may be used by the owner of a property, which has the benefit of a consent, even if it was not the architect’s client (<EM>Concrete Pty Ltd v Parramatta Design and Developments Pty Ltd</EM> [2006] HCA 55 (6 December 2006)).

A brief discussion on the recent High Court Case concerning Telstra's copyright claim.

While digitisation has demonstrably disrupted the traditional music industry, it has also presented new opportunities, particularly in the way musicians can share their creativity and connect with audiences.

A look at a recent Federal Court case casting doubt on High Court precedent regarding the nature of unprotected IP.

When dealing with seized goods, customs powers can now result in greater protection of trade mark and copyright rights.

IP agreements are now subject to the same restrictions against anti-competitive conduct as other commercial transactions.

Accessing copyright material which is part of development applications is frustrating for those who want online access.

The case Facton v Rifai Fashions is a timely reminder of the importance of carefully drafting any claims for damages.

Discusses the recent case of Dynamic Supplies in regards to copyright protection for compilations.

IP asset holders across Australia should all be readily aware of the key changes as they come into effect.

A recent Federal Court decision is a good reminder to marketers that they need to be careful when seeking to express the same concepts or ideas found in someone else's advertising. Although it is possible to copy an idea behind another advertisement, simply changing a few words will not be enough - you need to come up with your own expression of the relevant idea.