Writer’s Choice
1. Identify the legal concept of negligence and discuss the elements necessary to establish a negligence cause of action as discussed in the text. Be
sure to pay particular attention to the issues of causation, foreseeability, proximate cause, and the defenses one may have to a negligence lawsuit as evidenced in Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad Co., 248 N.Y. 339, 162 N.E. 99 (1928).
o Requirements: 500 words minimum
- Discuss the difference between musical copyright infringement and “sampling.” Additionally, research the case between Marvin Gaye’s Estate, Robin Thicke, and Pharrell Williams, concerning the song “Blurred Lines” and discuss the court’s holding. Since the case was appealed to the 9th circuit, please include the arguments raised on appeal as well. In addition, include an example of a sampled song. Why was that sampled song not subject to litigation like “Blurred Lines?”
o Requirements: 500 words minimum