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Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, a four-time recipient of Law360’s Practice Group of the Year for Transportation, is pleased to announce the release of its 3rd Annual Automotive Trends Report. This comprehensive analysis offers critical legal insights into the dynamic challenges and opportunities shaping the automotive industry in 2025.
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By Michael Word & Diego Freire
Takeaways
- Human Authorship is Essential for Copyright Protection
- AI as an Assistive Tool Does Not Negate Copyright Eligibility
- Transparency in Disclosures is Crucial
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By Dykema
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