Copyrights

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About $2 billion in copyright royalties were paid to songwriters, composers, lyricists, and music publishers in 2009.  Other types of copyrightable works, like novels and movies, also generated generous copyright royalties.

 

Copyright is a form of intellectual property protection granted by law for original works of authorship fixed in a tangible medium of expression.  Copyright protects original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works, such as poetry, novels, movies, songs, computer software, and architecture.  For certain works of authorship, copyright protect may be available in conjunction with patent and trademark protection.

Urban Thier Federer & Chinnery, P.A. can prepare and file your copyright application before the U.S. Copyright Office.  Our attorneys can also license, police, and enforce your copyright.

Our law firm assists clients in the following areas of U.S. copyright law:

  • Copyright applications and registration
  • Copyright licensing
  • Purchase of copyright licenses
  • Fair use opinions
  • Copyright enforcement
  • Copyright portfolio management
  • Security interests in copyrights
  • Copyright infringement litigation and defense

More detailed descriptions of our attorneys and practice areas can be found on this website and are available upon request.  You can contact the law firm of Urban Thier Federer & Chinnery, P.A. to request further information at anytime by using our contact us form.