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Justice Sonia Sotomayor Warns of 'Two Extremes' in Supreme Court Case

Justice Sonia Sotomayor Warns of 'Two Extremes' in Supreme Court Case

Summary

Justice Sonia Sotomayor said the Supreme Court is facing a choice between "two extremes" in a case about Cox Communications and music piracy. The court is deciding if Cox should be liable for its users' copyright infringements, risking potential damages of $1.5 billion.

Key Facts

  • Justice Sonia Sotomayor spoke about "two extremes" in a Supreme Court case involving Cox Communications.
  • The case involves Cox Communications potentially being liable for music piracy by its users.
  • The Supreme Court is considering whether the company should be responsible for not stopping copyright infringement.
  • Justices questioned Cox's claim that just knowing about piracy does not make them liable.
  • Concerns were raised that holding Cox responsible might limit internet access for other users.
  • Major record labels brought the case against Cox.
  • Cox could face up to $1.5 billion in damages if found liable.

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