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22 Jul

The Extensive Scope of Copyright Protection: Understanding What Can and Cannot be Copyrighted

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Copyright is a legal concept that provides protection to original works of authorship. It is a form of intellectual property law that gives the creator of a work exclusive rights to control how and where their work is used. However, not every creation is eligible for copyright protection. In this article, we will discuss the scope of copyright protection and understand what can and cannot be copyrighted. What can be copyrighted? Copyright law protects original works of authorship that are created in a tangible form. These include literary works, musical compositions, artwork, photographs, and computer software. Here are some specific…

22 May

Unpacking the Fair Use Doctrine: The Legal Exceptions to Copyright Infringement

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The world is awash with original, creative works ranging from literature, music, films to art, and various digital content. These works are protected under copyright laws, which give the creators exclusive rights to their intellectual property. However, in some instances, others may need to use these works without infringing on copyright laws. This is where the fair use doctrine comes in. The fair use doctrine refers to the legal exceptions to copyright infringement that allow users to utilize copyrighted material without permission from the copyright owner. The fair use doctrine recognizes that sometimes, the use of copyrighted works for certain…