They misunderstand them.
They find them limiting, inflexible, and frustrating.
They basically wish they didn't exist.
Yes, if you do not want to be sued, you must ALWAYS follow copyright laws. Just because you found something in public doesn't necessarily make it "yours".
Public display, even for free, requires a license.
Copying, altering, distributing, or performing/displaying a work for which you are not the copyright holder, one that is not in the public domain, or one for which you have neither an exemption in the law nor permission from the copyright holder. There are numerous other copyright violations in the laws including making or distributing an unauthorized recording of a public music performance, removing a copyright notice with fraudulent intent, or failing to disable content on an online service provider when notified by the copyright owner that it is infringing.
Asa work of the federal government, the medal is in the public domain. There may be non-copyright-related restrictions to medal use, though,
For the most part, the average paramedic is not going to be affected by copyright in his work. A general understanding of copyright is more or less required to be a member of society these days, however.
Copyright law in general does not protect ideas, but rather it protects the expression of those ideas.
It is not subject to any copyright laws, as long as it not entirely the same, and once you start selling it, it is subject to the laws of any copyright laws on the monopoly franchise.
In general, if a book is more than 100 years old, it likely falls within the public domain and can be freely copied without infringing copyright laws. However, it is important to check the specific copyright laws in your jurisdiction, as some countries may have different rules regarding copyright duration.
Copyright laws attempt to create a balance between individual rights and the public good by creating exclusive rights, but providing numerous exceptions to them. The intent of the law is good; it is in the interpretation that problems can occur.
"Moonlight Bay" is not in the public domain; it was composed by Percy Wenrich in 1912 and is still under copyright protection. Copyright laws typically protect works for a duration of 70 years after the death of the creator, and since Wenrich died in 1952, the song will remain under copyright until 2023. However, it's always good to check for any updates on copyright status as the laws can vary by country.
The length of time music takes to enter the public domain can vary depending on various factors such as the date of its creation, copyright laws of the country, and any potential copyright extensions. In many countries, music typically enters the public domain 70 years after the death of the composer or author. However, it's important to consult local copyright laws for specific details.
Public domain is the body of works no longer protected by copyright, which can be freely used by anyone for anything and it will not violate copyright law. However, some types of works include other rights such as trademarks or recognizable images of living individuals, which could be restricted under other laws.