Bartz and Beyond: Year Three of AI Copyright Litigation with Implications for Authors, Publishers, and Creators

Now in the third year of copyright litigation over generative AI, the stakes for creators, platforms, and the publishing world are coming into focus. This panel will survey the latest developments in the pending copyright cases against large language model providers, with a practical lens for authors and publishers. Our speakers will unpack key issues including the scope of fair use in training data, the role of licenses and opt-outs, alleged reproduction in outputs, and theories of liability and damages. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what to watch in the months ahead—and how these cases could impact rights management, enforcement strategies, and commercial agreements in the publishing sector.

The program will also take a focused look at the recently approved class action settlement in Bartz v. Anthropic. Our panelists will examine the settlement’s structure, eligibility and claims mechanics, and the practical implications for publishers and authors, including considerations for registration and record-keeping practices, and contract and policy updates. Whether you represent publishers, authors, media companies, or technology clients, this session offers concrete takeaways to navigate risk and opportunity as the legal framework around generative AI continues to evolve.