Copyright Litigation

In the United States, copyright laws prevent unauthorized parties from copying, reproducing or using original works. For instance, when an author writes a story or a scientist creates a research paper, this presentation of ideas and concepts can be protected through copyright laws.

Even though most works are automatically placed under copyright protection the moment they are created, protecting these rights through copyright litigation can present its own unique set of challenges. Unless steps like registering your work with the U.S. Copyright office are taken, the copyright will not provide adequate protection in a court of law.

The copyright lawyers at the Simmons Law Firm can help you or your business protect your intellectual property. Dedicated to helping individuals, start-up companies and small to medium-sized businesses protect their ideas through copyright services, our lawyers are here to advise you of your legal options.

When Should You Pursue Copyright Infringement Litigation

According to the 1976 Copyright Act, the owner of the copyright has control to do or to authorize others to do the following:¹

• To reproduce the work
• To prepare derivatives based upon the work
• To distribute copies to the public by selling, transferring ownership, leasing or lending
• To perform or display the work publicly

If your original work has been infringed upon, you have the right to protect it. Beginning with a free legal consultation, our copyright lawyers review your potential case and determine what, if anything, is the best course of legal action.

Intellectual litigation can be expensive. The Simmons firm does not believe this should act as a barrier to protecting your works and ensuring the future of your business. We often work with our copyright infringement clients on a contingency fee basis. For more information, read about our comprehensive approach to IP litigation.

For more information about copyright litigation and intellectual property infringement, please contact us for a free legal consultation.

¹ http://www.copyright.gov