DC Circ. Backs Fair Use Repairs On Med Device Software

By Elliot Weld · September 1, 2026, 7:08 PM EDT

The D.C. Circuit on Tuesday ruled that using copyrighted data and computer programs for the purpose of repairing medical devices falls under the fair use exemption, rejecting a challenge from two...

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Case Information

Case Title

Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance, et al v. Library of Congress, et al

Case Number

25-5328

Court

Appellate - DC Circuit

Nature of Suit

2890 Other Statutory Actions

Date Filed

September 15, 2025