WHAT IS A COPYRIGHT?
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to creators on their literary and artistic works.
Hovey Williams prepares and files copyright registration applications for its clients, ranging from simple music and literary works to sophisticated computer software technology.
The firm also assists its clients in copyright matters, such as copyright litigation, acquisition, and licensing agreements.
Works that are generally registered for copyright protection:
- literary works
- visual arts
- performing arts
- sound recordings
- computer programs
The distinction between “fair use” and infringement may be unclear and is not easily defined. There is no specific number of words, lines, or notes that may safely be taken without permission. Acknowledging the source of the copyrighted material does not substitute for obtaining permission.
