Posted on 08/15/2010 5:36:18 AM PDT by shove_it
If you are a mom and pop blogger, getting hit with a Federal lawsuit out of the blue has got to be terrifying. Many of those being sued by RightHaven LLC do not have deep pockets and are afraid that they will lose everything. Clayton Cramer reported that some of those being sued will probably have to declare bankruptcy.
Fortunately, its seems that the victims and those opposed to RightHaven's tactics have started to organize. Realizing that information is key, a new website has been established called RightHavenLawsuits.com. They say their mission "is dedicated to gathering together and posting for the public information about Righthaven LLC." They have links to some of the lawsuits as well as articles on RightHaven LLC.
Another website called RightHaven Victims lists every individual, business, and blog that has been sued by RightHaven LLC for copyright violations. It encourages those sued to work together to share information and to unite to form a collective front against RightHaven LLC. They realize that one of the keys to RightHaven's success will be the use of a "divide and conquer" strategy. This website is also sharing defense strategies being used by the defendants.
A Facebook page has been established called "stop the LVRJ/RIGHTHAVEN witch hunt!" In addition to providing resources for those being sued, they are also seeking to publicize that RightHaven LLC did not give any sort of "cease and desist" or take-down letter before suing. While not required in most cases, it is the common practice to do so.
Finally, law professor Eric Johnson has a new post on his blog, Blog Law Blog, on the RightHaven LLC lawsuits. The post, entitled "Righthaven's Innovation? Stooping Lower", sets forth his opinion on what they are doing.
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Time to chill from the ionosphere Dude. Come back when you’re toasty.
You’re there. Thank you.
Freakin’ Zombies.
WTF happened to Bob J? He turned.
Must have. When JimRob smacks you right between the eyes...that's a sign. I recognize the screen-name but don't recall having posted anything directly to Bob J or reading anything of note that he has written. (Just clicked on this thread from the right-side scroll bar to read about the topic...and saw the Bob J smackdown)
Just WOW!!! Bob finally met his date with destiny, but not how I expected it.
Jim I hope that you persue action against him for his defamatory statements.
He has been way over the line for years.
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Next?
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“On August 11, 2010 they also sued The Democratic Underground, so they can’t be that bad”
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The LVJR is that bad!
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“This is a classic shakedown”
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Yep, they done Jessie Jackson proud!
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I think you’ve hit the nail on the head.
Or Righthaven might just lose its ass and free speech wins the day.
Are you still around?
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