Case Summary
**Case Summary: Slep-Tone Entertainment Corp. v. Wired for Sound Karaoke and DJ**
**Docket Number:** 7835686
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**Date:** [Specify the date of the decision or filing]
**Parties Involved:**
- **Plaintiff:** Slep-Tone Entertainment Corp.
- **Defendant:** Wired for Sound Karaoke and DJ
**Background:**
Slep-Tone Entertainment Corp., a music licensing company that provides karaoke tracks to various entertainment businesses, filed a lawsuit against Wired for Sound Karaoke and DJ, alleging copyright infringement. The plaintiff claimed that the defendant was using Slep-Tone's copyrighted karaoke tracks without the required licenses, which constituted a violation of U.S. copyright law.
**Key Issues:**
1. **Copyright Infringement:** Did Wired for Sound Karaoke and DJ use Slep-Tone's copyrighted material without permission?
2. **Liability:** Is Wired for Sound liable for damages due to the alleged unauthorized use of the karaoke tracks?
3. **Defenses:** What defenses did Wired for Sound raise against the claims of copyright infringement?
**Court Findings:**
- The court examined the evidence presented by Slep-Tone, including documentation of their licensing agreements and evidence of the tracks used by Wired for Sound.
- The court also considered any defenses raised by the defendant, such as claims of fair use or lack of knowledge regarding the licensing status of the tracks.
**Outcome:**
[State the court's ruling, including any damages awarded to Slep-Tone, injunctive relief granted, or any settlements if applicable.]
**Conclusion:**
This case highlights the importance of proper licensing in the karaoke and DJ sectors, reinforcing the necessity for entertainment businesses to secure appropriate rights for the use of copyrighted music. The ruling served as a reminder of the potential financial and legal repercussions of copyright infringement in the entertainment industry.
**Notes:**
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- References to other related cases or legal precedents that influenced the court's decision.
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