Q & A - If I am Not Making Money, Is It Still Copyright Infringement?
Question - If I want to use a copyrighted item but do not plan to make any money, is it still infringement? What about if I am giving the...
Is This Song Copyrighted? What About This Photo?
I spend a little time over on Reddit.com. O.k. a lot. A lot of time. Don't judge me. But, I cannot tell you how many times I have seen...
Um, Copyright is for Humans Only
Before the recent past, it might have been unnecessary to explain that, in order to be eligible for copyright protection, the work in...
Q&A - Blatant Infringement - How Do They Get Away With It??
Question: How is it that there are so many shops online that are selling items that obviously infringe and they do not get shut down?...
Is Your Copyright Thin?
We have often discussed the many rights and privileges that copyright owners enjoy. But, did you know that not every copyright is created...
Q&A - Safe Harbor Under the DMCA
Question: Why don't companies like Etsy, Amazon, Instagram, etc. automatically remove copyright infringing listings from their websites?...
"For Personal Use Only" - Is This Statement Enforceable?
If you've ever purchased copyrighted items such as certain fabrics, fonts and digital graphics, you may have encountered the phrase "For...