COPYRIGHT

• The History and Copyright of Clip Art by Donovan Gauvreau - Clip art is a collection of graphic images of various shapes, sizes and colors, including maps, diagrams, illustrations, cartoons and designs, available to you for copying and pasting into your own page layout. NEW! (Hits: 22 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Technical Writing - What's a Copyright and How Long Does it Last in Technical Documentation? - There'll be many times when as a technical writer you'll be using text and images created by others. In order not to violate anybody's intellectual property rights, you need to know the different types of copyrights that exist (at least in the United States). NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• What's a Copyright and How Long Does it Last in Technical Documentation? - We have covered the general facts about the U.S. copyright law in another article. In this article we'll look at different types of copyright that exist. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• How to Copyright Your Song by Bill E Watson - Fear is usually the catalyst that drives new songwriters toward copyrighting inquiries but don't worry too much about your songs being stolen. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• How to Protect Picture Copyright Your Digital Images by Sam Miller - Just about everyone is in the hobby of digital photography. With the advent of the compact digital camera, it is much easier for people to just point and shoot at whatever they want to take pictures of. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• With More Than $6.6 Million in Copyright Material Stolen Every Hour, Online Copyrighting Can Help - Digital Theft of Intellectual Property - Songs, Lyrics, Stories, Text, Blog & Facebook Material is a fast-growing problem. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Copyright Laws For Music Copyright Laws For Music - There you have it! You have just established yourself as a band and eagerly looking forward to releasing your recordings worldwide. Is that all there is to it? Well from my point of view your first major concern should be protecting the songs and its composition from being misused by other musicians or artists. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Copyright, What Has it Got to Do With Training? by Carolyn Sheppard - From leadership models to team questionnaires, from NLP to Emotional Intelligence, many of the tools that trainers use have been borrowed, found and even 'tweaked' for inclusion in training programs. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• The Public Domain - How to Find & Use Copyright-Free Writings, Music, Art & More - The 4th edition of "The Public Domain: How to Find & Use Copyright-Free Writings, Music, Art & More" by Attorney Stephen Fishman is an exceptional guide to this often confusing topic of public domain works that just happen to be free for the taking if you know what to look for and where to look. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Web Copyright by Robert Burrge - Online copyright - how to protect yours and use other people's. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Where is the Border Between Free Information and Copyright? by John Parks - With the explosion of the global internet and millions of websites begging for content information, there arises the question of just where is the border between free information and copyright? NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Copyright Infringement Copyright Infringement - Copyright infringement, also known as copyright violation, is a serious crime in the United States. It occurs when someone violates copyright laws that protect an individual's intellectual or creative property. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Remedies For Copyright Infringement and What You Can Do - A person who violates the rights of an author, who has a copyright, can have an infringement suit placed on them. The owner of the copyright shall serve written notice upon the infringer and any related parties having interest in the matter. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Defining the Digital Millennium Copyright Act by Binny Satin - On October 28 1998 a bill by the name of the Digital Millennium Copy right Act was signed into law by President Clinton. The law implements two treaties of the world Intellectual Property Organization of 1996. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• 5 Simple Steps to Writing a Copyright Notice by by Binny Satin - The notice however is still relevant as it lets the public know that the work has a copyright and gives the name of the author as with the date when it was first published. In the case of a lawsuit, the party owning the work is always better protected if there is a written notice. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• The Benefits of US Copyright Registration in UK Disputes by Shireen Smith - There is a popular myth that the best way to protect your copyright is to send a copy of the work to yourself in an envelope and that you will be protected so long as you do not open the envelope. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Everything You Need to Know About Joint Copyright by by Shireen Smith - Joint copyright can be a dangerous trap for businesses. Disputes over joint copyright issues are often expensive, fact intensive and it is difficult to prove ownership. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Who Owns the Photo? Copyright and Licensing of Business Portraits - When working with a professional photographer for business portraits and other photography needs, many people think that once they've paid for the services, they can do whatever they want with the photos. However, that's not exactly true. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Is Rewriting an Article Copyright Infringement? by Saman Rashid - There are many ways to look at writing when you wonder if any laws have been broken. As a writer, you should consider several things. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Is There Any International Copyright Law? by Pauline Go - Since decades it has been a topic of concern regarding the law for international copyright law. But to disclose the amazement, there is no international copyright law. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• 10 Common Myths About Copyright by Steven Chabotte - Copyright law can be confusing. Here are several common myths about copyright to help you sort out fact from fiction. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• How to Research the Copyright Status of a Book by Steven Chabotte - When seeking US published works in the public domain, there is a gray area from 1923 to 1963 where the book may or may not be in the public domain. To determine if a book with a copyright in that date range is in the public domain and freely usable, take the following steps. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Fair Use - When You Should Attribute Your Sources and When You Should Seek Copyright Protection - There is some confusion with regard to plagiarism and what constitutes fair use online. Some people are so afraid to violate copyright laws, or have their rights to their own intellectual property violated, that they miss great opportunities to see their work expanded. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Jon Benet Ramsey and Copyright Infringement in the Case by Don Rainwater - Lee was brought on the case by Alex Hunter the D.A. at that time. Lee had developed a sure fire formula to solve cases: a good crime scene investigation, physical evidence, public information and luck. But in this case they were all missing. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• What is Copyright and When Does a Work Fall Into the Public Domain by Peter Woodhead - Copyright is a legal tool that provides the creator of a work the right to control how a work is used. US Copyright law is a Federal Law which protects all kinds of works of authorship. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Defining the Digital Millennium Copyright Act by Calissa Hatton - The Digital Millennium Copyright Act is sort of a newer copyright law, which was developed in 1998. It criminalizes the violation of developing simpler hardware or software already created, it overrides general copyright protection. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Are Sewing Patterns Copyright Free? Are Sewing Patterns Copyright Free? - Are sewing patterns copyright free? The simple answer to this question is no, although what you are allowed to with your sewing pattern will vary depending on the pattern itself and the company that made it. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Copyright Lessons From an Artist by Danielle Mai - One should always create their own content or artwork, get written permission from the author to reproduce, or purchase the rights from the creator (or stock company). NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

COPYRIGHT BASICS

• Empower Your Copyright by Using a Box by Leon Steyn - Why in a box? A simple black line around your text does something to it. It makes a unit of certain sentences. A box attracts and gets more attention. It also causes better comprehension and aid retention. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• How Do You Copyright Stuff? by Norman MacLeod - To actually Copyright your 'IP' - your 'Intellectual Property', whether a song, a poem, lyrics, a story or article - is really, really simple. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• The Many Benefits For Registering a Copyright by Binny Satin - Whether you register your work or not is not a requirement of the government. However they provide a number of benefits if you do. The registration process takes certain facts of the particular copyright and makes them publicly known. The benefits of registering a copyright are listed below for your convenience. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• The Definition of Copyright by Binny Satin - Copyright is defined as an exclusive right to publish, sell or otherwise deal with a written matter be it a book containing any kind of material. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Registering For a Copyright by Binny Satin - To register for a copyright you have to send two copies of the work to be registered along with the fees and the registration forms. Seems simple enough, but if everything is not included in the submission then it will most probably be returned. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• How Do I Obtain a Copyright? by Binny Satin - A copyright is secured automatically upon creation of a work fixed in a copy or a phonorecord for the first time. The definition of a copy is "A material object from which a work can be read or otherwise perceived directly or by a method or transcription". NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• The Definition of Copyright - Copyright is a legal matter, which is backed up by the majority of governments throughout the world. It gives the exclusive rights to the original creator of any work. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Copyright Your Work For Less! Check Out the Government Copyright Site! - Have you paid two or three-hundred dollars to get your work copyrighted? Do you know that you should be able to copyright your work for under sixty dollars or even less than that? NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

LEGAL

• Help! Using a Lawyer to Help Copyright Your Work by Help! Using a Lawyer to Help Copyright Your Work - Going through the maze of paperwork and steps is torture when you apply for a copyright. The paperwork and all you have to do in order can overwhelm you. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

TRADEMARK

• What is the Difference - Trademark Or Copyright? How to Protect Yourself - The vast majority of the content on the internet has some sort of copyright, but typically it is very hard to police if someone has taken all or a portion of your work. There are ways to officially apply for a copyright using some of the online legal document services available on this site and others. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Introduction on Copyright and Trademark by Michael Baker - Each person who creates something that has artistic or literal value must protect it, using the copyright system. The copyright system ensures that a certain artistic work has legal rights. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It

• Explaining Trademark, Copyright and Patent Issues by Michael Baker - The States Patent and Trademark Office registers what is called trademark. The term trademark actually means an image, device, or a word which identifies itself with a product made by a certain company. NEW! (Hits: 33 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) | Detail | Go to Article | Rate It