Lawyers explain copyright rules as bands point fingers

 

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CNET News.com gets the lowdown from lawyers on the copyright issues individual Napster users need to be aware of when swapping music. "The more widespread the problem, the more likely a copyright owner would take action." - Judy Jennison and Kurt Opsahl, attorneys, Perkins & Coie

Legal experts explain copyright intricacies Q&A CNET News.com asks attorneys Judy Jennison and Kurt Opsahl at law firm Perkins & Coie for a road map to copyright infringement, Napster and you. Napster may block multitude of fans Metallica dumps a truckload of legal documents on the software company's doorstep, identifying more than 335,000 people it says may have been illegally pirating its songs. previous coverage Metallica fingers 335,435 Napster users The heavy metal band says it has identified more than 335,000 individuals who allegedly have shared its songs online in violation of copyright laws. Students caught in Napster storm The legal pressure on MP3-swapping software Napster is growing, and with it the focus on university students who may be breaking the law by using it. Rap artist sues Napster, students Rap artist Dr. Dre sues the MP3-swapping firm, adding a new layer of legal woes to the already besieged company.