If you go online and create a video for a social media campaign, you may believe that you retain the rights to it. Sometimes, that’s true. In other cases, you may not retain your ownership or control over that video. Here’s an example. When you signed up for TikTok or...
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Month: March 2021
Is an ISP liable for users’ actions in regards to copyright?
In general, your internet service provider is not liable if you commit a copyright infringement just because it is providing you with a service that allows you to commit the act. You also cannot sue an ISP for it having a user who commits copyright infringement in...
Keep your eyes open for legal malpractice
When you hire an attorney, you hope that this person provide you with a high level of service, while doing whatever it takes to help you win your case. This typically happens, but that doesn’t mean you should expect it. It’s unfortunate, but there are times when legal...
What do copyrights protect?
According to the U.S. Copyright Office, copyrights protect original works in tangible physical mediums. This includes books, movies, songs, software, and other creative works. This process prevents others from taking things you created and profiting off them. It also...
Is playing music in your store a copyright violation?
Music can help sets the tone in a place of business. The right playlist could motivate your employees to do better at their jobs or could even make shoppers feel more enthusiastic about spending their money. Whether you run a large retail facility or a small corner...
Can procrastination lead to legal malpractice?
When you hire an attorney to represent you in New York, you expect them to organize the facts of your case efficiently so the rest of the process can follow. Finding out that your case cannot proceed because it did not meet requirements, deadlines or expectations can...