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Book review: Copyright, Creativity and Big Media

The IPKat

As Bowrey explains “it was the new multi-national companies and cross-industry alliances that were empowered while the natural rights of the author were de-natured, diluted, and copyright’s ideologically celebrated characteristic property – primarily rewarding creative, as opposed to commercial, endeavour – was fundamentally disrupted.”

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When Do I Need a Model Release Form? (Plus a free sample!)

Art Law Journal

One of the most frequently asked questions intellectual property lawyers hear from members of the art community is, “When should I use a model release form, and what should it say?” For example, California has special laws designed to limit paparazzi photographs, thanks to its high number of celebrity residents.

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Photographers: New Copyright Registration Laws Are Going into Effect

Art Law Journal

Chris Reed. On February 20, The U.S. Copyright Office will alter the way it accepts applications for copyright registration of photographs. Here's what you'll need to know moving forward.

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How Important Is Reading the Terms of Service?

Art Law Journal

Maybe, instead, you should be asking yourself if you still want to maintain the exclusive rights to your art? Steve Schlackman. Terms of Service lay out the rules for using a website and those rules aren’t always in your favor.

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