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27 March 2023
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Dealing with Copyright Infringement for Photographers

27 March 2023
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How to Deal with Copyright Infringement as a Photographer - Tips and Strategies Understanding Copyright Laws for Photographers As a photographer, it is crucial to understand the copyright laws that apply to your work. In the United States, copyright protection is automatically granted to original works, including photographs, as soon as they are created. This means that you, as the creator, own the exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works from your photographs. Registering your copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office is not required for protection, but it offers significant benefits. It establishes a public record of...

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30 January 2023
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Texas Monthly Discussing Cat & Dogma v. Target Copyright Violation Lawsuit

30 January 2023
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Recently, Sanders Law Group was able to win a substantial award for Cat & Dogma, LLC, in a federal copyright violation lawsuit against Target Corporation in Texas federal court. The award was based on Target's flagrant knock off of an infant's pajama design created and sold by Cat & Dogma. As discussed in depth in Texas Monthly: … Last month, though, a David took on Target’s Goliath and actually won. The David in question is Austin's Adrian Layne, who has been designing and selling baby clothes under the label Cat & Dogma since 2015 (though she began selling hand-sewn garments...

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17 December 2022
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Can I Use That Picture from the Web?

17 December 2022
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At the heart of every photograph is the copyright holder's creative expression, and as such, using those images without permission can be a violation of copyright law. Whether you are posting an image to your blog, sharing it on social media, or using it in another way online, you must always ensure that you have obtained the proper license from the copyright holder. In this blog post, we will explore the various ways that copyright law protects photographers and their creative work, as well as the steps you should take to ensure that your use of an image does not...

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10 December 2022
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Potential Copyright Implications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

10 December 2022
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Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning have become increasingly popular in recent years, thanks to advances in technology that allow these systems to ingest millions of copyright images as part of their learning process. However, there are concerns about the potential copyright implications of this technology, as artificial intelligence systems have the ability to create content based on copyrighted material. One major issue is that artificial intelligence algorithms are often trained using massive datasets of copyrighted images, which puts their creators at risk of copyright infringement. These datasets can be taken directly from online platforms like Google Images or Flickr,...

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05 December 2022
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Using Free Images Found Online May Violate Copyright

05 December 2022
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Images makes it fair game for use without copyright concerns. However, this is not always the case. Whether you find an image on a stock photo site or via a Google search, copyright laws still apply and using images without permission from the copyright holder may result in copyright infringement. Just Because You Find It on Google Images Does Not Mean It Is Free One common misconception about copyright rules and image use is that simply finding an image on Google Images makes it fair game for use without copyright concerns. However, copyright laws still apply even when you find...

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20 November 2022
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CNN Accused of Copyright Violation for Using Hundreds of Songs

20 November 2022
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(Image courtesy from wikimedia.org) At the center of a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Freeplay Music, CNN has been accused of using hundreds of copyrighted songs in their content without proper music licensing. This violation of copyright law could result in significant penalties for the media giant, with possible damages extending into the millions. As the media landscape continues to evolve, copyright issues surrounding music licensing have become increasingly important. With so many new streaming services and other platforms making it easier than ever for users to access music online, copyright infringement has become a major concern for licensing companies...

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07 November 2022
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Miley Cyrus Sued Over Photograph Copyright Violations on Instagram

07 November 2022
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(Image courtesy from wikimedia.org) Celebrities are often the target of copyright lawsuits, as they continue to face legal action over the unauthorized use of images on social media platforms like Instagram. Recently, Miley Cyrus was sued over copyright violations related to a photograph that she posted on her Instagram account. Other celebrities, including Emily Ratajkowski, Bethenny Frankel, Lisa Rinna, rapper Nas and Dua Lipa have all been sued for this activity. While copyright laws are in place to protect the creators of original content, unauthorized use of images on social media can put celebrities at risk for legal action. Whether...

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22 October 2022
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Five Things Photographers Need to Know About Copyright Laws

22 October 2022
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Five Things Photographers Need to Know About Copyright Law While copyright is the main protection photographers have for their work, there are some important specifics to keep in mind. Here are five of the most important things photographers need to know about their legal rights: Your photos are automatically protected by copyright the moment you take them. You have the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, and display your own images. Registering your work with the U.S Copyright Office can provide additional opportunities for compensation. Copyright infringement can result in significant financial penalties for the infringer. Including information on your website...

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19 October 2022
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Copyright Tips for Employees and Contractors

19 October 2022
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Photographers Who are Independent Contractors or Employees Need to Understand their Rights Under Copyright Law As an independent contractor or employee, it is important to understand your rights under copyright law when it comes to the work you create. If you are a photographer, for example, you normally hold the copyright on that image and have the exclusive right to license, distribute or reproduce that image. However, what if you are an employee of a company and take the photograph in that role? What if you are an independent contractor hired by an individual or a company to take photographs?...

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15 October 2022
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Registering Your Copyright Protects Photographers’ Rights

15 October 2022
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Register Your Copyright to Protect Your Photographs and Other Creative Work Copyright is a form of legal ownership that applies to creative works. Any work that you can consider intellectual property can be copyrighted, including but not limited to photography, books, product manuals, movies, music recordings, original paintings and illustrations, sculptures, software code, and more. Nearly any creative work reduced to a tangible form can be copyrighted. Why Photographers Should Register their Copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office When a photographer creates a work, the copyright attaches automatically. You do not have to apply for a copyright to receive one....

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