[night862]

No, I think GP is correct in saying that the case would be laughed out of court. Persuing this case would have been a gift to the Post-Dispatch and Ian would have been a hero.

Not only is this whole thing over literally right-clicking html, but this is a Reporter working for a local newspaper.

Imagine for a moment that this story was about a regular person who is not employed as reporter with credentials and a portfolio. Depending on that individuals circumstances, it could easily be a life-ruiner. I could think of a few people.