Generally, in Copyright Infringement Actions, Experts Are Not Required to Testify

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Short Answer

Generally, in copyright infringement actions, experts are not required to testify that the two works are substantially similar. Courts instead rely on the ______ test.

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Definitions:

Previous Stages

The earlier phases or periods in a sequence of events or processes, often referring to development.

Autonomy versus Shame

A stage in Erikson's psychosocial development theory where, during toddlerhood, children develop a sense of personal control and independence, or experience doubt and shame.

Muscular-anal Stage

In psychoanalytic theory, a developmental phase focusing on toilet training where children learn to exert control over bodily functions.

Autonomy versus Doubt

A psychological conflict of early childhood, as theorized by Erik Erikson, where children must develop a sense of personal control and independence, or they may experience shame and doubt in their abilities.