News outlets ask court to give ‘little weight’ to DOJ support for OpenAI in copyright dispute
A group of news outlets suing OpenAI for copyright infringement argued Monday that the court should give “little weight” to the views of the Department of Justice (DOJ), which signaled support for the AI firm earlier this month. The New York Times, Chicago Tribune and other outlets in the case suggested the administration “may have...
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new york: 40.710, -74.010
chicago: 41.880, -87.630
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Awaiting deadline 35% Judicial Deference to Litigants
The court agrees with the news outlets, prioritizing the private plaintiffs' arguments over the DOJ's broad support for OpenAI. The judge dismisses or severely limits the weight of the DOJ's filing, focusing the trial on the direct infringement claims against OpenAI.
Watch for: Judge issues a written order explicitly stating the DOJ's input will be 'disregarded' in the infringement analysis. · OpenAI files an immediate motion for reconsideration against the court's ruling on the DOJ's input.
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Awaiting deadline 30% DOJ Support Solidifies Legal Shield
The court accepts the DOJ's argument, viewing the government's endorsement as significant weight in the proceedings. The court may issue a preliminary ruling favoring OpenAI's defense based on the DOJ's precedent.
Watch for: Court issues a memorandum agreeing that the DOJ's guidance on AI copyright is 'highly persuasive' precedent. · OpenAI releases a statement thanking the DOJ for its 'unwavering support' in the court proceedings.
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Awaiting deadline 25% Procedural Stalemate and Delay
The judge refuses to rule on the weight of the DOJ's opinion, deeming the issue too complex for an interim decision. The court sets a future hearing or conference to address the matter after further briefing. This delays the substantive legal battle.
Watch for: The court clerk publishes a scheduling order setting a 'Status Conference' three weeks out to discuss the DOJ input. · Both OpenAI and the news outlets file joint motions requesting an expedited ruling on the DOJ's influence.
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Awaiting deadline 10% Counter-Intuitive Early Settlement
Against the expectation of continued litigation, a high-level mediator, perhaps appointed by the court, brokers a confidential settlement between the news outlets and OpenAI. The DOJ's involvement is sidelined in favor of a quiet, negotiated exit from the current dispute.
Watch for: A court filing references a 'settlement agreement' being submitted for approval, without referencing the DOJ's legal opinion. · A named representative from a major news outlet announces a 'strategic pivot' away from the current copyright litigation.
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