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Copyright
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How To Use Metadata As An Examination Tool
In today's computer dependent world, the zealous advocate must be able to navigate his way through every conceivable form of discovery in order to effectively represent his or her client. Failure to seek the appropriate records or the failure to respond to discovery requests with the appropriate electronic discovery knowledge could potentially expose both client and attorney to the risk of sanctions for discovery abuses and/or result in the spoliation of evidence.
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Sploggers, Spammers and Hackers Ruin the Internet
It is amazing that here we sit on the Greatest Communication System ever created in the history of the human species and yet some folks do not realize how wonderful a gift it is and thus ruin it for everyone. We really need to get rid of those who move to destroy the system; The Spammers, Sploggers, hackers, etc.
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Cybersquatting Remedies Under The Uniform Domain Name Dispute Policy
Under the UDRP, a complainant must show that the domain name in dispute is identical or confusingly similar to its trademark, that the respondent does not have a right or legitimate interest in the domain name, and that the respondent registered and used the domain name in bad faith.
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10 Qualities a Criminal Defense Lawyer Should Posses
In the legal world one aspect is more serious than others, criminal cases. In these cases the burden on the shoulder of the criminal lawyer is immense as he is the one who will ensure that the accused will get just treatment as per the law.
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Viacom Sues Google
Viacom, a media company, has recently sued Google for $1 billion, for the copyright infringement on the website YouTube. More lawsuits are predicted to come from the company Viacom, who claims the website YouTube has infringed on its copyrights. It is a battle of two giants and the outcome is less than certain.
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Keeping Out Of Trouble With Websites
It is easier to get in trouble with a website than you might think. What follows, then, are a few tips to help keep your website clear of problems. A word of caution - the law is changing in this area, and the specific facts of each case make a huge difference.
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How Long Does Copyright Last?
Are you wondering how long your copyright will last and protect your intellectual property. Here's a quick report that gives you the key facts.
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Copyright Transfer - Read the Fine Print Even on the Web
While you might think that you are safe from transfering your copyright when using the web to transmit your images, be careful. Although a copyright transfer must be in writing and signed by the copyright owner, the law has caught up with technology. You now can “sign” a document by responding electronically. A contract may be in any memorandum form, including electronic mail. It is “signed” by any mark, written, stamped or engraved, that demonstrates the intent to agree to the contract. So read the fine print before transmitting your images on the web to protect your copyrights.
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Lessons Learned - Register Your Copyright Before You Go To Court
Copyrights are created at the click of the shutter. But to enforce your rights in court for infringement claims, you must first register your copyright before you bring suit in federal court. Period. It doesn't matter when the infringement is committed or the registration is completed, you still must register before filing suit.
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