AI Image Generators and Copyright
Eligibility in the U.S., UK, EU, and More; Fair Use, Derivative Works, Liability
Recording of a 90-minute premium CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE webinar will guide IP counsel on copyright issues associated with artificial intelligence (AI) image generators. The panel will examine eligibility for copyright protection in the U.S. and compare the U.S. approach with other countries. The panel will also discuss whether and when the creation and use of image generation tools and AI-generated images may infringe or violate the copyrights of others.
Outline
- AI-generated works of art and copyrightability
- Eligibility in the U.S.
- Eligibility in other countries
- AI image generators and copyright infringement
- Derivative works
- Fair use and other defenses
- Liability in other jurisdictions
- Best practices
Benefits
The panel will review these and other critical issues:
- What hurdles confront counsel when demonstrating authorship of AI-generated works?
- How does copyright apply to AI-generated works? How does it differ across jurisdictions?
- What steps can counsel take to increase the likelihood of success when seeking copyright protection for AI-generated works?
Faculty

Michael R. Graif
Partner
Brown Rudnick
Mr. Graif’s practice focuses on trademark and copyright enforcement, technology transactions and licensing,... | Read More
Mr. Graif’s practice focuses on trademark and copyright enforcement, technology transactions and licensing, artificial intelligence, trade secrets, fair use, and online brand protection, including social media, publicity and domain name issues. As a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), he also advises his clients on data and privacy rights. Mr. Graif also counsels companies in AI matters. He develops and implements Generative AI guidelines, addressing confidentiality, IP and privacy issues, specifying approved GenAI tools, and training employees on responsible GenAI use. Mr. Graif also helps companies draft and negotiate AI development agreements, with a particular focus on data governance provisions, ensuring protection for developed models and input and output data, together with appropriate indemnities. He teaches social media law as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.
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Lisa T. Oratz
Senior Counsel
Perkins Coie
Ms. Oratz has more than 35 years of experience representing clients at the various intersections of technology,... | Read More
Ms. Oratz has more than 35 years of experience representing clients at the various intersections of technology, intellectual property (IP), and entertainment law. Her practice includes product counseling work for clients, with a focus on IP matters, content liability, and privacy and regulatory compliance, and she also routinely helps clients with drafting and negotiating license agreements, collaboration and joint venture agreements, development agreements, and other complex commercial contracts. Ms. Oratz devotes much of her practice to emerging technologies and is known for her innovative work on legal issues involving artificial intelligence (AI). This includes extensive work in the area of generative AI, including developing IP protection and risk mitigation strategies. Ms. Oratz also regularly counsels clients regarding the clearance, protection, and licensing of copyrights, trademarks, and name, image, and likeness rights, and handles a wide variety of entertainment, sports and marketing-related matters. She is co-lead of the Film & Television industry group. Ms. Oratz works with a wide variety of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies and other industry leaders to small, cutting-edge start-ups. She is a frequent writer and speaker on intellectual property, data licensing and contracting issues, especially relating to artificial intelligence.
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