WHAT IS A COPYRIGHT?

A copyright is a legal right that covers published and unpublished literary, scientific and artistic works, whatever the form of expression, provided that the works are fixed in a tangible means of expression. This means that if you can see it, hear it and/or touch it - it may be protected. Whether your creation is an essay, a play, a song, a funky original dance move, a photograph, HTML coding, a computer graphic, a recording on tape or saved to a hard drive, it may be protected. Copyright laws grant the creator the exclusive right to reproduce, prepare derivative works, distribute, perform and display the work publicly.

When a work is fixed in a tangible means of expression, the work acquires some copyright protection, which - like any other form of property or business asset - can be bought, sold, licensed, etc. However, to acquire full rights, an author should file with the national Copyright Office to obtain a copyright registration.

WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?

West & Associates can prepare and file the appropriate copyright application for you in the United States Copyright Office. Additionally, our firm can handle the licensing, assignment or any other business transaction related to your Copyright. Furthermore, our attorneys can competently advise you on your legal rights related to your original work. Contact Us