Is it considered fair use for a political campaign to use music or other copyrighted works?
Politicians and political campaigns, like anyone else, may use copyrighted works in a way that qualifies as fair use with or without permission from the copyright owner; however, the fact […]
Are tattoos protected by copyright?
Yes, tattoos can be protected by copyright. Copyright can protect pictorial and graphic works so long as they are fixed in a physical object and display originality. Since tattoos are, […]
Can a tweet be protected by copyright? If so, who owns the copyright?
Yes, a tweet can be protected by copyright. This is a question that’s been in the news recently, after the text of a shirt worn by Frank Ocean and sold […]
Is Fake News Protected by Copyright?
“Fake news” is a term that’s used a little loosely these days. So, to be specific, this post addresses false information that is presented as fact. A 1990 case out […]
Are emojis protected by copyright⁉️
Maybe. Turns out, emojis are more complicated than one might imagine- Emojis are “pictographs images of things such as faces, weather, vehicles and buildings, food and drink, animals and plants […]
Can I use copyright to protect my fashion designs?
There are some mixed messages out there about whether fashion designs are eligible for copyright protection. Some experts would say “no,” others would say “yes,” and they’re both right it […]
Are former FBI Director James Comey’s memos protected by copyright?
Under federal law, copyright protection in unavailable for “a work prepared by an officer or employee of the United States Government as part of that person’s official duties,” meaning that […]