RIAA loses $222K verdict against Jammy Thomas

Started by ephil · 5 posts · 1,137 views

  1. #1
    http://government.zdnet.com/?p=4040

    The $222,000 verdict against Jammy Thomas for copyright infringement by P2P is no more. U.S. District Court Judge Michael Davis dismissed the verdict (PDF), saying it was based on the faulty “making available” theory of distribution. Thomas will face a new trial, in which the RIAA will have to prove actual distribution.
  2. #2
    I read that earlier. I think it's awesome! The only real win they have ever had was just thrown out the door. I can't wait until the class action comes back from everyone they forced to settle.
  3. #3
    can't have a class action if you settled.
  4. #4
    If it's determined the tactics used by the RIAA to force the settlements were illegal, couldn't that lead to grounds for suit?
  5. #5
    IANAL, But probably if you can show they were forced to sign.