All change for the Digital Economy? Some observations from the history of copyright
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Seminar: 18 August 2009: Understanding the Google Book Settlement
Google’s decision to scan books with or without permission under its Library Project was highly controversial and landed it in court in an action brought by the Authors Guild, the Association of American Publishers and various other copyright owners. The October 2008 settlement of that case has been equally controversial.
Copyright owners have until 4 September 2009 to decide whether they will remain in the Settlement Class, object to the settlement or opt-out. A “fairness hearing” on the settlement is currently scheduled for hearing on 7 October 2009 but the settlement has also attracted the attention of the US Department of Justice. In this seminar, two speakers comment on the case and aspects of the settlement.
Copyright owners have until 4 September 2009 to decide whether they will remain in the Settlement Class, object to the settlement or opt-out. A “fairness hearing” on the settlement is currently scheduled for hearing on 7 October 2009 but the settlement has also attracted the attention of the US Department of Justice. In this seminar, two speakers comment on the case and aspects of the settlement.
Speakers
- Michael Lijic, International Affairs & Digital Strategy, Copyright Agency Limited (CAL)
- Sally McCausland, Lawyer, Special Broadcasting Service (SBS)
When: 18 August 2009, 6:00pm presentation, followed by drinks at about 7:00pm (registration from 5:30pm)
Where: Middletons Lawyers, Level 26, 52 Martin Place, Sydney
Cost: $45 (members of CSA); $70 (non-members); $10 (full-time students) (prices include GST)
How to book:
- book online at the Copyright Council's online shop, or
- download a booking form, or
- email us.
Links
- Google Book Settlement
- Information for Copyright Agency Limited members about Google Book Settlement