In the copyright infringement case brought against the publishers of KinderGuides — “early learning guides” that essentially adapted classic works of literature for younger readers — Judge Jed Rakoff issued the opinion to explain his finding over a month ago granting summary judgment to the plaintiffs. On August 15, Judge Rakoff issued a permanent injunction to block the sale of the infringing KinderGuides and destroy all remaining inventory. Subsequently, the plaintiffs have withdrawn their request for summary judgment finding that defendants acted willfully, and have further withdrawn with prejudice their claims for statutory damages, “to avoid the time and expense […]
