COPYRIGHT LAW
For specific questions regarding copyright law, visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.
Copyright law falls under the umbrella of intellectual property law. A copyright arises when an original work is fixed in a tangible means of expression. Literary works, paintings, songs, films, software code, websites and photographs are all examples of works protected by copyright law.
The firm works closely with clients to identify and protect clients' copyrightable works. An integral party of the services we offer is negotiating licenses for third party uses of clients' intellectual property.
Interpretation and enforcement of copyright law is a primary focus of Tamera Bennett’s practice. She is a frequent lecturer on issues such as reclaiming authors/heirs rights under provisions of the 1909 and 1976 Copyright Acts. Additionally, she voices her opinion on copyright matters at her blog found at www.createprotect.com.
Examples of legal services we provide:
- Prosecution of copyright applications
- Domestic and foreign licensing of Works
- Assisting clients in regaining copyrights by exercising termination provisions and the renewal term provision of The Copyright Act
- Investigation and litigation preparation related to copyright infringement
- Licensing of performance, literary and visual rights
- Copyright clearance
- Work For Hire agreements
- Copyright assignments
- Copyright Portfolio Management
FAQ on Copyright Law |
"For close to seven years, CoachWorks International Inc. has worked with Tamera Bennett to manage our core brand and trademark/copyright portfolio. During that time we've sold IP, developed new IP, expanded into international markets and formed numerous contractual arrangements. Throughout Tamera has been not only very responsive and thorough in her advice -- regardless of our sometimes short turnaround requests -- but also has provided solid strategy for growing and protecting all brand elements.
Besides being a gifted lawyer, she's a great person who makes legal stuff almost fun because of her personality. She's also very effective and tough when she needs to be, shepherding us to find the right answers that are unique to our business. Her values match ours and that shows in the solutions she provides."
-Dr. Jeannine Sandstrom, CEO
Dr. Lee Smith, President
CoachWorks International, Inc.
Dallas, Texas
Seattle, Washington
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