Whether you'e an artist, writer, musician or creator of any
kind, it's important to safeguard your intellectual property
from theft, reproduction, and profit by unauthorized third parties.
Copyright law exists to protect original works of authorship and
prevent infringement by others. In this article, we'll explore
what copyright law covers, how to determine if your work is
protected, what constitutes infringement and the consequences of
copyright infringement.
Is Your Work Protected Under Copyright Law?
To be protected under copyright law, a work must be
an original creation by an individual and involve some level of
creativity. This includes literary, musical and dramatic works, as
well as motion pictures and sound recordings. Additionally, the
work must be fixed in a tangible medium, such as being written down
or recorded. Meeting these requirements grants you the exclusive
legal rights to reproduce, distribute, perform, or display the work
publicly, create
