Josh Berlinsky, Esq.
Senior Partner | Darrow Everett LLPSuperman, Copyright, and Regret: IP Lessons from Siegel & Shuster | Live Webinar
Broadcast Date: Friday, November 14, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET) | On-Demand 24hrs Later
In today’s fast-paced creative economy, disputes over intellectual property rights and fair compensation are more common than ever—particularly when creators and companies clash over ownership. This session explores the iconic case of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the original creators of Superman, whose battle for rights and recognition remains a cautionary tale in copyright law. Attendees will examine key IP principles, creator contracts, work-for-hire doctrine, copyright termination rights, and the broader implications for modern creators and businesses. By exploring this high-profile case, participants will gain practical insights to better navigate copyright law, protect IP assets, and prevent future legal conflicts and liabilities.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the legal missteps that led Siegel and Shuster to lose the rights to Superman and recognize how similar pitfalls can be avoided today.
- Explain how copyright termination provisions work under U.S. law and when they can be exercised.
- Assess current industry trends in IP rights and apply them to modern contract drafting and negotiation.
- Advise clients on strategies to protect intellectual property with a focus on long-term ownership, control, and revenue generation.
Who Should Attend:
- Intellectual Property Lawyers and Consultants
- Entertainment and Media Law Practitioners
- Copyright and Trademark Attorneys
- Licensing and Commercial Transaction Professionals
- General/In-House Counsel
- Legal Advisors for Creative and Publishing Industries
- Corporate and Business Law Professionals
- IP Litigation and Dispute Resolution Specialists
Register for this course by clicking the “Take this Course” at the top of the page.
CLE Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: General knowledge of Intellectual Property Law
Course Code: 1411538 | Total Credit: 1.0
CLE Credits:
CA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 11/14/2027
PA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 11/14/2027
VT CLE 1.00 General -Approved Until: 12/31/2026
NJ CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1.00 Law Practice Management – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.00 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 11/14/2025
Pending CLE Application:
GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply:
AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the CLE processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements:
DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE:
AK, AZ, HI
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- Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
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- Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
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