Author: Alexandra Shoup

Copyrights

“Not Like Us” – Lessons in Copyright

Introduction In this post, I will explore the nuances in music copyright law using Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” as a case study. This famous diss track should be well known either from the Superbowl Halftime Show, or from its major success at the Grammys. This famous song can help illustrate the complexity involved in music ownership and the copyright rights of music through public … Continue reading “Not Like Us” – Lessons in Copyright

Alexandra Shoup
Patents, Trademarks

Patenting Monopoly: How the True Inventor was Lost to History

Monopoly is one of the most well-known and iconic board games. According to Hasbro, eight out of ten people fight while playing Monopoly. What many people don’t know is the true story behind the creation and ownership of Monopoly. The story involves a fight over the intellectual property (“IP”) rights of the game. The story starts with a female inventor by the name of Lizzie … Continue reading Patenting Monopoly: How the True Inventor was Lost to History

Alexandra Shoup