Artists often speak truth to power and show us difficult realities. Humor can be an engaging tool for that criticism, and cultural references can deepen an artist’s commentary. But when does parody cross the line into copyright infringement? Join us for a program that explores the legal principles of parody and satire. Attorney John Bathke will discuss copyright, fair use, and First Amendment protections. Learn what artists can do to minimize their legal risk when borrowing from existing works and creating cultural commentary. Plus, we’ll take your questions! This program is IL CLE credit pending. About the Speaker: John T.D. Bathke is a Chicago-based intellectual property attorney and founder of Bathke IP, P.C. His practice centers on copyright and trademark litigation and counseling, including copyright disputes involving fair use. A former music major who once “played the lawyer” on stage, John now helps businesses and creators protect their brands and creative works in U.S. federal courts and beyond, working in English, French, and Spanish. John T.D. Bathke
