- What can be protected by copyright? Original works of authorship such as photographs, paintings, books, plays, sculptures, computer programs and other artistic works.
- What cannot be protected by copyright? Useful articles cannot be protected. Forms, names of products, titles of works, catchwords, slogans, short advertising expressions and listings of ingredients, such as in a recipe.
- Why should I register my copyright? Registration creates a presumption that the registrant is the owner, allows the registrant alone to make copies, and permits the award of statutory damages and attorney fees in appropriate instances.
- What does the application cost? The fee is between $35 and $55.
- How long does the registration process take? Registration typically takes about one year, although it may be as soon as a week upon payment of an additional fee.
- How much are statutory damages? For non-willful infringement between $750 and $30,000 per work. Willful infringement may be $150,000.00.
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