Copyright Law

Defendant moves to set aside default in new case in Rochester, New York, SONY BMG Music v. Stade

By Ty Rogers and Ray Beckerman

We have recently learned of a new case in Rochester, New York, SONY BMG Music Entertainment v. Stade, where the RIAA moved for a default judgment, the defendant retained counsel who filed an appearance, and the RIAA apparently refused to open up the default and permit defendant to file her answer. The Court established a briefing schedule and scheduled oral argument for January 22, 2009 at 3:45 p.m. at 1360 United States Courthouse, 100 State Street, Rochester, New York. The oral argument is open to the public.

Summons and complaint
December 4, 2008, order scheduling motion to vacate default
Declaration in support of motion to be relieved of default
Answer

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Full post as published by Recording Industry vs The People on December 25, 2008 (boomark / email).