David A. Plager

David A. Plager is an American legal scholar known for his expertise in intellectual property law, particularly copyright and patent law. He served as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and has contributed to legal education and policy through his academic work. Plager's insights emphasize the balance between innovation and protection in the creative arts. His writings and judicial opinions often discuss how laws can adapt to both support creators and cater to public access, shaping contemporary understandings of intellectual property in a rapidly changing digital environment.