Copyright Law

Money damages in copyright infringement actions are commonly awarded under three legal theories: actual damages, profits, and statutory damages.

How is fair use determined? A court weighs four factors to make its decision.

If your copyrighted work has been infringed, you can consider suing the infringer.

Am I allowed to incorporate other copyrighted works into my artwork?

Copyright law provides you with certain exclusive rights over your creations.

The creator of a copyrighted work does not always own the copyright to that work. In some cases, an assignment or transfer can "give" other persons or entities ownership of the copyright.

Software development agreements are important for clarifying your rights and obligations.

Fair use is a defense to a claim of copyright infringement based on the idea that the public is entitled to freely use portions of copyrighted materials for certain purposes, like commentary and criticism. When is fair use applied?

How long does copyright last? That depends on when the work was created and who created it. Here are some guidelines.

Many works of art, music and literature are no longer protected by copyright.

Consignment sales are a common way for artists to sell their wares and make a stream of income.

For an artist who successfully licenses artwork, royalty payments provide welcome additional income. But in order to maximize profits, an artist should take the time to negotiate a smart royalty deal.