Description
Attention all artists and entrepreneurs! Your creative works are valuable assets that deserve legal protection. Join our comprehensive and up-to-date (2023) Copyrights Course to master the fundamentals of copyrights, register your works with the U.S. Copyright Office, and effectively enforce your copyright.
Taught by an Intellectual Property attorney, former attorney at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and Georgetown Law graduate, this course provides step-by-step guidance on registering your copyright without the need for an attorney.
What You’ll Receive:
- Copyrights 101: 11 videos covering the essentials of copyrights
- Copyrights 102: 4 videos guiding you through the copyright application process with the U.S. Copyright Office
- Copyrights 103: 3 videos on effectively enforcing your copyright against infringers
- Copyright Infringement Cease and Desist Template
Course Content:
Copyrights 101 – Copyright Fundamentals
- Welcome to Copyrights Course
- What is a copyright?
- Who needs a copyright?
- Differences between copyrights, trademarks, and patents
- Advantages of registering a copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office
- Proper use of the copyright symbol
- Scope of protection – What is NOT protected?
- Dispelling myths about copyrights
- Ownership of copyright for Independent Contractors/Freelancers versus Employees
- Understanding copyright infringement and potential defenses
Copyrights 102 – Applying for Copyright Registration (Step by Step Guidance)
- Copyrights 102-1: Getting Started with the Application
- Copyrights 102-2: Selecting the Appropriate Application Type for Multiple Works
- Copyrights 102-3: Registering a Single Work
- Copyrights 102-4: Registering Multiple Works in One Application
Copyrights 103 – Enforcing Copyrights
- Enforcing Copyrights – Utilizing DMCA Takedown Notices
- Enforcing Copyrights – Exploring Litigation Options
- Understanding Copyright Infringement Statute of Limitations
With the added benefit of a copyright infringement cease and desist template, you’ll be empowered with the knowledge to protect your creative works without the need for costly attorney fees.
Disclaimer: Please note that this course is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Safeguard your creative works with confidence by enrolling in our Copyrights Course today!
Who this course is for:
- Artists
- Creatives
- Attorneys
- Small Business Owners
- Students interested in Intellectual Property
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