Case Summary
**Case Summary: Robin Antonick v. Electronic Arts, Inc.**
**Docket Number:** 3047487
**Court:** [Specify Court, if known, e.g., United States District Court]
**Date:** [Specify Date, if known]
**Parties Involved:**
- **Plaintiff:** Robin Antonick
- **Defendant:** Electronic Arts, Inc.
**Background:**
Robin Antonick, a programmer and designer, originally developed the first version of the popular football video game franchise, Madden NFL. Antonick entered into an agreement with Electronic Arts (EA) which allowed them to use his programming code and concepts for the game. However, Antonick later claimed that EA had not compensated him fairly for his contributions and the subsequent success of the Madden series.
**Legal Issues:**
The core legal issues revolve around breach of contract and copyright infringement. Antonick argued that EA had violated the terms of their agreement by continuing to profit from the game without adequately compensating him, even after the initial contract ended. The case raised questions about the nature of licensing agreements in the gaming industry, as well as the moral and legal obligations of companies to their original creators.
**Court's Findings:**
The court evaluated the evidence presented by both parties, including the original contract terms, the project development communications, and financial records of EA's revenues from the Madden franchise. The case examined the extent of Antonick’s contributions and whether EA's actions constituted a breach of their agreement.
**Outcome:**
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**Significance:**
The case highlighted important issues related to intellectual property rights in the gaming industry, particularly how companies manage contributions from individual creators. It also underlined the need for clear contractual terms when dealing with software and game development to prevent future disputes over ownership and compensation.
**Conclusion:**
Robin Antonick v. Electronic Arts, Inc. represents a pivotal moment in the discussion about creator rights within the video game industry, stressing the importance of fair compensation and recognition for original ideas in the ever-evolving landscape of gaming and technology.
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