Copyright Infringement Cases in Second Circuit

Browse 4 copyright infringement cases decided by Second Circuit. AI-powered summaries, holdings, and legal analysis.

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Copyright Infringement Opinions from Second Circuit (4)

McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc.

Copyright registration defect invalidates infringement claim

Second Circuit · 2026-02-10 · Defendant Win · Impact: 60/100

McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc., decided by Second Circuit on February 10, 2026, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Second Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a copyright infringement lawsuit broug...

Krause v. Kelahan

Copyright Preliminary Injunction Denied Over Lack of Substantial Similarity

Second Circuit · 2025-12-03 · Defendant Win · Impact: 15/100

Krause v. Kelahan, decided by Second Circuit on December 3, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Second Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by the...

Clark v. Valletta

Parody song protected by fair use, preliminary injunction denied

Second Circuit · 2025-10-06 · Defendant Win · Impact: 65/100

Clark v. Valletta, decided by Second Circuit on October 6, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Second Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of a preliminary injunction, holding that ...

Atticus Ltd. Liab. Co. v. the Dramatic Publ'g Co.

Second Circuit Affirms Dismissal of Breach of Contract Claim

Second Circuit · 2025-07-29 · Defendant Win · Impact: 15/100

Atticus Ltd. Liab. Co. v. the Dramatic Publ'g Co., decided by Second Circuit on July 29, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Second Circuit affirmed the district court's dismissal of a brea...

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Q: How many copyright infringement cases has Second Circuit decided?

CaseLawBrief currently tracks 4 copyright infringement cases from Second Circuit. This number is updated as new opinions are published.

Q: What types of outcomes occur in copyright infringement cases at Second Circuit?

Outcome breakdown: Defendant Win: 4.

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