CJEU Brandconcern v EUIPO (C-577/14P): the Lambretta trademark case on genuine use, class headings, IP Translator framework, Italian implementation.
Author: Claudia Roggero
Italian Entertainment Lawyer I Copyright, IP and Film Co-productions
Complete guide to the Romanian 45% film cash rebate for Italian producers: requirements, co-production structure, comparison with Italian tax credit.
Author moral rights: different approaches in civil and common law How a society treats its artists reveals many of the values of that culture. Some cultures integrate creative efforts into the fabric daily life; others …
Music publishing glossary for Italy and Europe: royalties, sync, mechanical, master rights,
Can famous book titles be registered as trademarks? EU framework with Jungle Book and Pinocchio case studies, Article 7(1)(b) EUTMR, distinctive character.
How to structure successful Italy-Balkans film co-productions: bilateral treaties, contract architecture, IP framework, tax incentives, common pitfalls.
What is not protected by copyright in Italy and Europe: ideas, facts, laws, short phrases, fonts, AI-generated content. 2026 operational legal checklist.
A War on Women, directed by Raha Shirazi and produced by Doppio Nodo Double Bind, premiered at the Bari International Film Festival 2026. Here's why this documentary matters — legally and culturally.
Most filmmakers call their lawyer only when the contract is already on the table and the signature imminent. It’s a bit like calling the doctor only when you already have severe symptoms: technically it works, …
Italian Film and Audiovisual Tax Credits: A Practical Guide for Producers and International Partners
Complete guide to Italian film and audiovisual tax credits: production credit, foreign producer credit, D.I. 225/2024 framework, eligibility, AI clause.
Music synchronization contract for original film scores in Italy and Europe: composer agreements, rights, royalties, AI clauses. 2026 contract guide.
Music cover license in Italy and Europe: mechanical rights, SIAE, Soundreef, streaming covers, mash-ups, AI cover voices. 2026 contract guide.
The Happy Birthday Copyright Case: Lessons in Chain of Title and Public Domain Music “Happy Birthday to You” is one of the most recognisable melodies in the world — and for nearly a century, also …
Copyrightable elements in film and audiovisual production: chain of title, music, trademarks, AI, image rights. 2026 legal guide for Italy and Europe.
Music sampling law in the US and EU: VMG Salsoul v Madonna, Pelham v Kraftwerk, Italian framework, AI sampling. 2026 legal analysis for artists and labels.
Copyright exceptions for parody, caricature, and pastiche in Italy, EU, and UK: Article 71-quinquies LDA, Deckmyn CJEU, DSM Directive Article 17(7).
Civil law vs common law copyright in film production: moral rights, droit d'auteur, Huston case, US/UK/Italy comparison. 2026 cross-jurisdictional guide.
Luxury Handbag Design Protection in Europe: From Céline to the EU Framework How do iconic luxury handbags — the Céline Luggage Tote, the Bottega Veneta Cabat, the Prada Galleria, the Gucci Jackie, the Hermès Birkin …
Italian record deal explained: structure, key clauses, royalties, exclusivity, moral rights, AI clauses. 2026 contract guide for foreign artists and labels.
Copyright duration for pre-existing works in TV and film: Italy, EU, US comparison. Public domain, photograph reform, retroactive protection. Legal guide.