Music Law

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has been facing several legal challenges related to its infringement claims. One such case was against New York social worker Tenise Barker, which the trad... Read More...

RIAA chairman and chief executive Mitch Bainwol pulled an annual salary of nearly $1.5 million in 2006, according to IRS documents obtained by Digital Music News. The filing covers the annual period ending M... Read More...

In recent years, the issue of online piracy has been a major concern for music industry executives and government officials worldwide. The situation in the UK is no different, and there have been growing call... Read More...

Universal Music Group, one of the world’s largest music companies, has announced its intention to appeal a court decision that allows the resale of promotional CDs. The decision of the court to rule in favour... Read More...

Major labels in Spain are now suing file-sharing company MP2P Technologies, according to details shared by the defendant. The lawsuit adds to an already-litigious climate, one that has pitted majors against ... Read More...

Are major labels killing promising startups with lopsided deals? According to entrepreneurs at the Digital Music Forum in New York on Tuesday, the answer is yes. Majors frequently demand massive upfront c... Read More...

Industry executives reacted strongly on Thursday to a major, class action lawsuit against MediaNet Digital. One major label vice president pointed to a broadening level of discord, one that now involves a co... Read More...

When it comes to mechanical licenses, recording labels want less, publishers want more, and digital music providers want none. And that is the underpinning for the latest shouting match in Washington this we... Read More...

XM Satellite Radio has now settled a longstanding lawsuit with Sony BMG, the latest major label accord. The contentious barb surrounded the Pioneer Inno, a time-shifting satellite receiver.  The Inno allows ... Read More...

Despite a splashy launch campaign in Cannes, Qtrax remains stuck on the runway. Against the French Riviera backdrop of Midem, the ad-supported startup touted its beta release, though majors quickly countered... Read More...