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23 June 2020
Copyright Lawyers Protect Photographers’ Rights
23 June 2020
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US Copyright Law Reflects The Beliefs of Our Founding Fathers In the 1700s, the Constitution gave Congress the following authority: To "promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries." As far back as the creation of our country, our founding fathers believed that creators of original work should have the exclusive right to control that work, even if for a limited time. Historians tell us that this provision intended to encourage creativity and innovation by giving creators an opportunity to benefit from...
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Photographer Sues Volvo For Copyright Infringement
15 June 2020
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Photographer Is Suing Volvo For Willful Copyright Infringement The photography and camera news website PetaPixel.com reported on June 15, 2020, that a professional photographer and his model subject are suing Volvo. In a complaint filed in California on June 9, 2020, automotive photographer Jack Schroeder and model Britni Sumida allege that Volvo committed "willful and wanton" copyright infringement. The complaint also contains claims of misappropriation of a likeness and unfair competition. Photographer Denied Volvo's Request to Use His Pictures For Free Schroeder photographed Sumida in the California desert during the "super bloom." The pictures feature Sumida, leaning on a Volvo...
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Celebrity Photographer Lawyers – Photographers Must Beware Aware of Copyright Infringements
08 June 2020
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Celebrity Photographers Must Understand Their Rights Under Copyright Law If you are a photographer who makes a living by photographing actors, models, and other celebrities, you must understand your rights. Too often, people are taking advantage of photographers, using their pictures without permission or compensation. US copyright law exists to protect the creative work of artists and other creative professionals, like photographers. The minute you take a picture, it receives copyright protection. This means that using that image requires your permission, should you decide to give it. The terms of that permission are usually contained in a license agreement. License...
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How Copyright Lawyers Help Photographer Protect Copyrights
25 May 2020
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Our Lawyers Help Photographers Understand The Basics About Licensing Rights Before entering into a licensing agreement, photographers should consult with experienced copyright lawyers. At , our lawyers are dedicated to protecting photographers from copyright infringement. We want to make sure that you get paid what you deserve and that your licensing agreements provide you with terms that reflect your wishes. If a business or individual the terms of a licensing agreement, our copyright lawyers have the resources, experience, and determination to seek accountability and compensation. What Purposes Do Licensing Agreements Serve? For photographers, licensing is often the best way to...
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Copyright Lawyers Help Photographers Secure Lucrative Licensing Agreements
18 May 2020
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Our Copyright Lawyers Hels Photographers Protect Their Rights With Licensing Agreements As a professional photographer, you understand the importance of granting licenses to others in exchange for appropriate compensation. Licensing agreements ensure that you get paid and maintain control over how, when, and where your photographs get used. Licensing agreements are an essential part of any successful photography business. You should not leave the terms of your licensing agreements to chance. Despite US Copyright Laws, which grant exclusive rights to photographers, there are few ways to control where your photographs end up. With today's technology, it has become easy for...
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Copyright Victory Against Local Bank for Photograph Use
11 May 2020
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Indiana Lawyer-Photographer Wins Copyright Infringement Victory Against Bank A copyright lawyer and photographer in Indiana was victorious in his copyright infringement lawsuit against a local business. Richard Bell, according to The Indiana Lawyer, sued "after discovering in late 2017" that Merchants Bank of Indiana "was using a photo he had taken of the nighttime Indianapolis skyline." Indiana Southern District Judge James Patrick Hanlon ruled that the bank infringed on Bell's copyright but that the infringement was not willful. In court documents, Bell established that the photo, used on the bank's website, was registered with the US Copyright Office. He claimed...
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