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Copyright & CMI Expert Services

Eureka's copyright and CMI expert witness services offer in-depth analysis and testimony on software copyright and digital rights management issues. Our experts provide clear insights and authoritative opinions to support your legal cases and ensure comprehensive protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights.

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Copyright & CMI experts

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Our Copyright & CMI Expert services provide in-depth analysis and expert testimony on software copyright infringement cases. With extensive experience in copyright law and CMI (Copyright Management Information), we help protect your intellectual property rights and ensure fair outcomes in legal disputes.
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About our lead expert

Monty Myers

As the founder and CEO of Eureka, Monty Myers has served as an expert witness in over 150 litigation matters, offering invaluable insights and testimony on software and intellectual property issues. Monty is dedicated to delivering clear, concise, and comprehensible expert testimony - he specializes in making complex technical material accessible to legal professionals and juries alike.

Complex Copyright Disputes in the Digital Age

Copyright infringement cases have become increasingly intricate with the ubiquitous nature of technology. Our software copyright/CMI expert witness services provide the specialized knowledge to handle these complex disputes. Our experts deeply understand software copyright law, digital rights management, and the technical aspects of content creation and distribution. We offer analysis on issues such as substantial similarity and fair use. Eureka bridges the gap between legal principles and technical realities and helps judges and juries grasp the nuances of technological copyright issues.

Technical Analysis of Copyright Management Information

Copyright Management Information (CMI) protects and manages digital rights. Our team has extensive experience analyzing CMI systems and their implementation across various digital platforms. We thoroughly examine metadata, digital watermarks, and other forms of CMI to assess compliance with legal requirements and industry standards. Eureka's experts testify on the integrity of CMI and evaluate claims of CMI removal or alteration.

Forensic Investigation in Digital Copyright Cases

Our experts employ advanced forensic techniques to uncover evidence of software copyright infringement and CMI tampering in the digital realm. We analyze file structures, examine digital signatures, and trace the provenance of digital assets to establish copying or unauthorized use. Our experts perform detailed code comparisons to identify instances of copying beyond mere functional similarity. We also investigate claims of improper destruction of information and data in litigation, including substantial findings of destruction leading to sanctions.

Evolving Challenges in Emerging Technologies

Our expert witnesses stay at the forefront of emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI-generated content, and virtual/augmented reality, understanding their implications for copyright law. We provide insight into how these technologies change the landscape of content creation, distribution, and protection. Our experts testify on the unique software copyright issues posed by user-generated content platforms and the impact of AI on concepts of authorship and originality.

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45+ years of technology experience

Our expert witness team has extensive experience in software litigation, serving as testifying experts and consultants for both plaintiffs and defendants.
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