Dear Rich IP Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Dear Rich: Does putting "Copyright 2023" at the bottom of page pages protect it from site visitors who download an image or narrative content? Placing a copyright notice on your website is like sticking a "Keep off the grass" sign on your front lawn. Gather evidence of copying. Some who copy may have fair use defenses.

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

So even a phrase as original as “M&Ms melt in your mouth, not in your hands‚” does not have copyright protection. Although copyright registration is not required, there are several benefits to doing so. To see more on the benefits of copyright registration, see Stop, Thief! Your Copy-Rights.

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Intellectual Property Invention Intellectual Property Law Design Patent 67

Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

So even a phrase as original as “M&Ms melt in your mouth, not in your hands‚” does not have copyright protection. Although copyright registration is not required, there are several benefits to doing so. To see more on the benefits of copyright registration, see Stop, Thief! Your Copy-Rights.

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Intellectual Property IP Invention Designs 52