Discussion Question 1: Unauthorized Use of a Creative Work

Jack writes a song, but some consider the lyrics obscene. Ben, who is Jack's friend, publishes the lyrics on his website and includes Jack's name as the author without Jack's permission.

Based on the above information, answer the following questions:

• Can Ben be held criminally liable for publishing obscene lyrics?
• Does Ben have any civil liability?
• Can Jack take any action against Ben?

Support your answer with appropriate reasons.

Discussion Question 2: Sampling in Music Industry

In the music industry, sampling is a process where one artist extracts some pieces of existing music or lyrics to create a new composition by using that music or those lyrics.

Based on the information given above, answer the following questions:

• Does this violate any intellectual property rights? Why or why not
• Does this violate moral rights?

Discuss your answer providing reasons in support of your opinion.