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Oct. 28, 2016
Justices to weigh 'useful article' copyrights
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral argument over "What is the appropriate test to determine when a feature of a useful article is protectable under section 101 of the Copyright Act?" By Tyler T. Ochoa
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral argument in Star Athletica, LLC v. Varsity Brands, Inc., 15-866. The question presented is: "What is the appropriate test to determine when a feature of a useful article is protectable under section 101 of the Copyright Act?"
Section 101 of the Copyright Act limits the copyright protection provided to industrial designs. It states: "[T]he design of a useful article ....
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