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A copyright is an assumed protection on any piece of original work?
Yes; because registration is not required, copyright protection is automatic.
What does the owner of a copyright get when they register an original piece of work?
In the US, they receive a certificate of registration.
Does mailing a piece of your writing or music to your yourself work as a poor man's copyright?
No. There is no legal provision (nor additional protection) for a "poor man's copyright"
How to file for copyright protection for my work?
To file for copyright protection for your work, you need to submit an application to the U.S. Copyright Office. This application should include a completed form, a copy of your work, and the required fee. Once your application is processed and approved, your work will be officially copyrighted, providing you with legal protection against unauthorized use or reproduction.
When does the copyright become effecitve?
The moment an artist creates a piece of work, be it music, lyrics, painting, sculpture, books, photographs.
Who owns the copyright to the rainbow image?
The creator of the image, unless other arrangements were made. In UK there is a copyright law called "First players copyright" this essentially says if you created a unique piece of work (Picture, photo, book etc) then you own the copyright and you dont have to apply for that.
Do people have to copryright their work?
Copyright exists as soon as you make a unique piece of work, even a photo of your family. Registration may help to prove your right.
If you do a fine art commission for someone who owns the copyright to the piece?
That would depend on the terms of the commission contract. If the artwork was done as "work-for-hire" the copyright would reside with the customer. If there is no work-for-hire provision the rights would then belong to the artist.
Is fanfictionnet legal?
Yes, it is legal. Fanfiction is subject to intellectual copyright. You cannot officially publish your work, but as long as you are NOT earning money from your stories, it is perfectly legal.
Is it fast to get copyright directly from dc office or online?
You can't get copyright online or anywhere else. You already have it from the moment you put your creative work of original authorship down in any tangible form. You may optionally register your claim to that ownership, but the certificate from the Copyright Office certainly doesn't "prove" you wrote it or that you own the copyright, only that you officially claim it as yours.
Can you copyright a piece of food?
No. You may, however, be able to copyright the recipe to create a dish provided it meets the necessary criteria for copyright protection.
Is it copyright if you say a little piece of a song with no music?
no
