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Copyright
Copyright protects the creative efforts of authors. The United States Copyright Act protects authors of books, music, software, computer databases, sculptures, paintings, architectural plans, and more. Copyrights are distinguished from trademarks, which deal with product names, branding, and packaging, and patents, which deal with inventions. Larson/Sobotka has undertaken numerous engagements in copyright and offers a complete range of services in this area.
Copyright services
Larson/Sobotka meets the complete range of clients' copyright needs, including:
Copyright registration: Registering copyrights with the United States Copyright Office.
Copyright analysis: Determinations of whether works are protected by copyright, who the authors are, what rights relevant parties have, and how best they can be asserted.
Infringement enforcement: Pursuing copyright infringers through cease & desist actions, arbitration, and litigation.
Infringement defense: Defending individuals and companies accused of copyright infringement under the United States Copyright Act.
Copyright enhancement strategies: Assisting clients to develop strategies for assessing portfolios of copyright-protected works and implementing strategies to maximize portfolio value.
Licensing negotiations and agreements: Negotiating on behalf of licensors and licensees for copyright licenses and reducing agreements to writing.
Copyright engagements
L/S attorneys have performed a variety of engagements in the copyright area, including the following:
- Advised client regarding copyright protections afforded computer software and electronic databases.
- Registered copyrights in various works, including computer software, songs (music and lyrics), graphic arts, and computer databases.
- Pursued copyright infringers via cease & desist actions, arbitration, and litigation.
- Assisted clients in developing comprehensive copyright enhancement and enforcement plans.
- Developed licensing agreements for software and database suppliers.
- Negotiated copyright components of client joint venture.
Copyright resources
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United States Code, Title 17, Copyrights
United States Copyright Office
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