Copyright Infringement vs Plagiarism: What is The Difference? **Attorney Advertising**
Plagiarism and copyright infringement both involve the misuse of someone else’s work, but in different circumstances and with different consequences. Copyright infringement is the act of using someone else’s work that’s protected by copyright without permission when it’s required for such usage. Copyright protection exists the very moment someone creates a work in a fixed […]
The NFT I Purchased Was Removed For ‘Copyright Infringement.’ How Is That Possible? **Attorney Advertising**
NFT marketplaces are exploding in 2022, offering new and exciting opportunities for investors and artists alike. On the flip side, NFTs, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain technology are still very much operating under “Wild Wild West” rules, and new legal issues are emerging as these platforms continue to grow and experience mass adoption. One huge issue that […]
Winnie the Pooh and Additional Works from 1926 Are Now Part of the Public Domain **Attorney Advertising**
Happy New Year! After enjoying 95 years of copyright protection, the public can now freely access and edit copyrighted materials from 1926 as part of the public domain. Notably, the beloved children’s character ‘Winnie the Pooh’ can now be used without restriction or a license from the original copyright holder. Other notable works released this […]
Molly Sims Lawsuit Should Be a Warning to Influencers to Think About Trademark and Copyright Infringement Risks **Attorney Advertising**
Once upon a time, paid endorsements were limited to celebrities (even D list celebs), sports stars, and famous experts. That’s all changed with social media where just about anyone with enough followers can become an “influencer” in a certain area or field. With that influence comes money. Every day, brands flock to influencers offering cash […]
YouTube Copyright Strikes: What to Know **Attorney Advertising**
If you receive a “copyright strike” from YouTube, it means that someone claiming to be the copyright owner has filed a legal takedown request with the platform, alleging infringement. If you are indeed violating someone’s copyright, YouTube will likely remove your video in order to comply with federal law. The mere removal of your video […]
What is the difference between the different forms of intellectual property? **Attorney Advertising**
Intellectual Property is commonly referred to as “creations of the mind,” covering everything from artworks, inventions, logos, trademarks, music and software. In the world of intellectual property, however, there are different tools used to protect each aspect of one’s creations or inventions. We’ll outline the four major tools used by intellectual property attorneys—trademarks, copyrights, patents […]
One of The Top Copyright Mistakes Intellectual Property Lawyers See People Make **Attorney Advertising**
The world of intellectual property can be complicated and complex, and as such mistakes are made by well-meaning business owners and entrepreneurs every single day. While some mistakes can be remedied, others can cause drawn-out lawsuits, financial penalties, and even the destruction of one’s brand. When it comes to copyrights, one of the biggest mistakes […]
How to Register Multiple Unpublished Works with the Copyright Office **Attorney Advertising**
Have you created multiple pieces of music, art, literature, poetry, or content that you wish to protect with a federal copyright? The good news is that you now may be able to submit all your pieces of work under one single application with the U.S. Copyright Office, which will save you time, money, and aggravation. […]
What Every Real Estate Agent Should Know to Avoid Copyright Infringement **Attorney Advertising**
Copyright infringements can be notoriously expensive, and they can damage the reputation of your business. In this post, we discuss copyright infringement issues in the real estate industry and include practical examples to help you know exactly what steps to take to help avoid such action against your business. What copyright infringement issues should a […]
Copyrights, Cover Artists, and Campaigns- Who Has the Final Say? **Attorney Advertising **
If a band covers another artist’s song and a third-party then obtains a license to use the cover version, does the original copyright holder still have a say in how the cover version is used commercially? This tricky copyright question played out publicly last month when the Trump Campaign used a cover of a Linkin […]
