User:TrogL/Righthaven LLC v. Democratic Underground LLC and David Allen

Righthaven LLC v. Democratic Underground LLC and David Allen

Background
Democratic Underground is a website supporting an online community discussing primarily politics but also other topics. Users post content to a variety of forums. They are cautioned to follow specific guidelines in order to comply with fair use doctrine and avoid copyright infringement (and its legal ramifications). The website is moderated by volunteers.

On or about May 13, 2010, a user posted an article concerning support given to Sharron Angle. It linked to an article published in the online version of the Las Vegas Review-Journal and contained a brief excerpt.

On August 10th, 2010, Righthaven LLC filed a lawsuit against Democratic Underground claiming copyright infringement.

On September 28th, 2010, the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), posted an Answer and Counterclaim. DU and David Allen are being represented by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF),  Winston & Strawn LLP, and attorney Chad Bowers.