Song Ga-in, No Copyright Infringement Found… “Opposing Party Demanded Settlement Amount; Warning and Sanctions Issued for AI Misuse” [Full Statement]

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The agency representing singer Song Ga-in issued a statement regarding the dismissal of a copyright lawsuit filed against her in the United States.

Song Ga-in’s agency, JG Star, explained on the 21st via its official fan cafe the circumstances surrounding the dismissal of the copyright-related claim filed by the son of the late composer Lee Jae-ho against Song Ga-in in the U.S.

JG Star stated, “Mr. Lee has continuously asserted copyright infringement and demanded monetary negotiations over songs such as ‘Danjang-ui Mia-ri Gogae’ (The Mia-ri Pass of Sorrow) that Song Ga-in performed on broadcast,” adding, “We determined that there was absolutely no legal or official basis to substantiate the opposing party’s claims, and accordingly, we have responded firmly in accordance with principles without engaging in negotiations.”

The agency further noted, “The local court not only clearly established that it lacked jurisdiction over Song Ga-in but also pointed out that the opposing party had misused AI to submit deficient documents and repeatedly filed frivolous lawsuits, explicitly stating the possibility of warnings and sanctions,” adding, “We are thoroughly responding to protect the artist’s legitimate musical activities and rights. It has been clearly confirmed that this overseas lawsuit poses no legal issues whatsoever.”

◆ JG Star Official Statement (Full Text)

Hello, this is JG Star.

Regarding media reports concerning singer Song Ga-in published today, we are providing accurate facts and our position to alleviate your concerns.

1. Background of the Incident

- A person claiming to be a family member of the late composer Lee Jae-ho has continuously sent emails and other communications to the agency demanding monetary negotiations alongside baseless claims of copyright infringement over songs (such as ‘Danjang-ui Mia-ri Gogae’) that Song Ga-in performed on broadcast.

- The artist and the agency determined that there was absolutely no legal or official basis to substantiate the opposing party’s claims, and accordingly, they have responded firmly in accordance with principles without engaging in negotiations.

2. Court Ruling and Current Situation

- Although the opposing party filed a copyright lawsuit with a U.S. court using broadcast footage as grounds and submitted related documents, the U.S. Central District Court of California finally “dismissed” the claim on August 27 (local time) on the grounds that it lacked jurisdiction over Song Ga-in.

- The local court not only clearly established that it lacked jurisdiction over Song Ga-in but also pointed out that the opposing party had misused AI to submit deficient documents and repeatedly filed frivolous lawsuits, explicitly stating the possibility of warnings and sanctions.

This lawsuit was filed in an overseas court lacking jurisdiction regarding Song Ga-in’s activities. The court finally dismissed the plaintiff’s claim, clearly establishing that there are no legal issues.

The agency is thoroughly responding to protect the artist’s legitimate musical activities and rights. It has been clearly confirmed that this overseas lawsuit poses no legal issues whatsoever. We ask our fans not to worry excessively or misunderstand based on the reports, and we appreciate your unwavering support and love for the artist.

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