Thanks to megaplatinium.net for this story. This is kind of an ironic post for me to blog about, since I am utterly speechless about the outcome, and even more confused about exactly what the RIAA is trying to achieve as part of these suits. This woman downloaded 24 songs. TWENTY FOUR. Where is the justice here?
Speaking of justice, Ms. Thomas-Rasset had refused to settle with the RIAA, believing she had the law on her side. She was sorely mistaken, and the RIAA has this to say about her actions:
"We are pleased that the jury agreed with the evidence and found the defendant liable. Since day 1, we have been willing to settle the case and remain willing to do so."
Wow, you really showed her, didn't you? Really set the example for the purpose of copyright laws and their intended purpose and enforcement. This case is just another reason why I feel that copyright law is at an impasse - either it needs to be amended to conform with new technologies and their practicalities, or the court system needs to step up and enforce some measure of public policy here. I fail to see how verdicts like this are serving the greater good of either artists or the public.
Comments welcome, especially if you disagree. I would love to find some rationale behind this that makes sense beyond the print on the pages of Copyright Law. Shouldn't "justice" marry the law with policy?
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