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Photographers’ Rights

31 March 2023
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Understanding Copyright Law for Photographers: A Comprehensive Guide

31 March 2023
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Protecting Your Photography: A Comprehensive Guide to Copyright Law As a photographer, you work hard to create unique and valuable images. But how can you protect your work from being used or stolen without your permission? In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the basics of copyright law and how it applies to photographers. We will cover the types of works that can be protected, the exclusive rights granted to copyright owners, and how to register your copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office.   What is Copyright? First and foremost, it's essential to understand what copyright is and how it works....

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31 March 2023
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What to Do When Someone Steals Your Photography: A Photographer’s Guide to Copyright Infringement

31 March 2023
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Protect Your Photography: How to Detect, Enforce, and Prevent Copyright Infringement As a photographer, you put time, effort, and creativity into capturing unique and valuable images. But what happens when someone else uses your work without your permission or compensation? Unfortunately, copyright infringement is a common issue that photographers face. It can be difficult to navigate without the proper knowledge and guidance. In this guide, we'll explore what copyright infringement is, how to detect it, and what you can do to enforce your rights as a copyright owner.   What is Copyright Infringement? Copyright infringement occurs when someone uses a...

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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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02 March 2020
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Photographer Sues Bieber

02 March 2020
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Photographer Files Lawsuit Against Justin Bieber for Copyright Infringement It's Justin Bieber's turn to defend himself against a copyright infringement lawsuit. Photographer Robert Barbera filed a lawsuit against Bieber that, according to Eonline.com, accuses the pop star of the "unauthorized reproduction and public display" of a photograph copyrighted and owned by Barbera. The photo in question is of Bieber and his friend Rich Wilkerson. The picture shows the pals in a car. Bieber posted the picture on his Instagram feed on March 13. Barbera is the photographer who snapped the photo. In documents obtained by E!News, Barbera claims that he...

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29 February 2020
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New Copyright Issues with Paparazzi and Social Media

29 February 2020
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Social Media, Celebrities, and Paparazzi Bring New Attention to Copyright Issues In an October 30, 2019 article for IP Watchdog.com, Meaghan Kent, Katherine Dearing, and Danae Tinelli highlight some legal issues gaining new attention from a spate of copyright infringement cases involving celebrities, social media, and paparazzi. Many issues remain unresolved because the lawsuits were settled out of court or dismissed for procedural reasons. However, taking a closer look at them may help photographers understand their rights and how to enforce them. At the heart of recent cases filed by photographers against celebrities is a celebrity's right of publicity using...

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22 February 2020
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Photographer Sues Fox For Infringement

22 February 2020
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A Photographer is Suing Fox News Network for Copyright Infringement Bloomberg News has reported that the is representing Jesse Korman, a photographer who is accusing Fox News Network, LLC of copyright infringement. The photographer alleges that Fox reproduced a picture Korman took of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and used it in one of their television broadcasts. Korman filed his lawsuit in Federal District Court in the Southern District of New York on July 24, 2019. In the complaint, Korman claims that Fox News displayed a photograph of Ocasio-Cortez during a February 2019 television broadcast. Korman further claims that as the photographer who...

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21 February 2020
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NYC Landmark Limits Ownership of Pictures

21 February 2020
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New York City Landmark Limits Photographers' Rights Hudson Yards, located on the West side of New York City, is the largest private real estate development in the United States. One of its most popular features is a 16-story open-air building called Vessel. Vessel is described as a permanent, interactive art installation. The main attraction of Vessel is that it allows the public to walk up and capture beautiful views of New York City for free. Jack Alexander, in a March 2019 article for Fstoppers.com, a self-described "community-based photography news website," noted that by visiting Vessel you must agree to the...

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20 February 2020
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Copyright Infringement Suit Against Model

20 February 2020
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Photographer Sues Emily Ratajkowski for Copyright Infringement Model and Actress Emily Ratajkowski is one more name on a growing list of celebrities facing off with photographers in legal battles. Ratajkowski, like others, is accused of violating the rights of a photographer by posting a picture without permission. Photographers across the globe have filed similar cases against musicians, designers, and models. Who are these famous defendants in copyright cases? Justin, Bieber, Bella Hadid, Arianna Grande, and Jennifer Lopez, to name a few. Robert O'Neil Sues Ratajkowski Over Instagram Post The Fashion Law reported on October 23 that photographer Robert O'Neil filed...

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19 February 2020
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New York Photographer Sues over Benedict Cumberbatch Photo

19 February 2020
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North Carolina Sees an Increase in Copyright Lawsuits with the Latest Filing by NY Photographer A New York photographer is suing a Wake Forest-based company for copyright infringement. Photographer Steve Sands is represented by , which filed the federal lawsuit on August 8, 2019, in the Eastern District of North Carolina. According to the Triangle Business Journal (the Journal), the case is against Epicstream, a company that describes itself as "an independent news and entertainment website celebrating the fantasy and science fiction genres." In the lawsuit, the Triangle Business Journal reports, Sands claims that Epicstream used a photograph he took...

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