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Welcome to Perry Law’s IP law blog, where you will find all the latest developments, cases, and headlines concerning publishing law. Please be advised that the information contained in the articles are for information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Parties seeking legal advice should consult with legal counsel familiar with their particular circumstances.
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US Copyright Office Releases Artificial Intelligence Guidance
Earlier last month, the US Copyright Office released its much anticipated report regarding artificial intelligence. You can find the...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
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A Step-by-Step Legal Guide to Writing a Book
You've decided you want to write a book. Congratulations! Before you get started, here is a list of things you'll need to know. You May...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Mar 10, 20242 min read
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Why Authors May Need a Literary Lawyer
If you're a first-time author (or even a seasoned veteran), you may not have thought much about the legal side of book publishing. But...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Dec 14, 20232 min read
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An 8-Step Legal Checklist for Self-Published Authors
If you're self-publishing your book, below is a checklist of items you should complete before publication. Have an attorney complete a...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Jun 2, 20231 min read
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Should You Add an Artificial Intelligence Clause into Your Book Contract?
Artificial intelligence is all the rage these days. I'm sure you've seen it on the news and on social media. But what is it? What does it...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
May 25, 20231 min read
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SCOTUS Rules Against Andy Warhol Foundation in Fair Use Case
Earlier today, the United States Supreme Court ruled 7-2 against the Andy Warhol Foundation (AWF) holding that Andy Warhol was not...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
May 18, 20232 min read
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Can You Copyright Your Characters?
Congratulations! You’ve completed your novel. But now you’re wondering how to protect your characters. One way to do that is to try to...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Mar 10, 20235 min read
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Authors Guild Adds AI Provision to Model Contract
Earlier this week, The Authors Guild added a clause to its model book contract that addresses artificial intelligence. This contract...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Mar 3, 20231 min read
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4 Tips in Signing Your Literary Agent Contract
Congrats! You've received an offer of representation. Now it's time to review your agent agreement. Below are some tips to keep in mind:...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Feb 23, 20231 min read
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Authors, Here is Why You Should Register Your Copyrights
Whenever I give webinars or talks about copyright registration, I continually hear the following myths about copyright registration: "If...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Feb 18, 20231 min read
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What is a Copyright?
A copyright is a form of intellectual property that protects original works of authorship that are fixed in a tangible medium of...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Feb 16, 20231 min read
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Can You Copyright or Trademark Book Titles?
Under the US Copyright Act, you cannot copyright titles. That is because titles are too short to be protected. Copyright law protects...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Aug 5, 20222 min read
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Can You Copyright Your Characters?
The short answer is yes, but like most things in the law, what you need to do to make your characters copyrightable is more complicated...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Jul 31, 20225 min read
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Senator Hawley Introduces Bill to Eliminate Disney's Copyrights
If you've been following the news, earlier this week Republican Senator Josh Hawley introduced a bill that essentially aims to revoke...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
May 12, 20222 min read
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What Does it Mean to Copyright Your Work?
US copyright law protects original works of authorship when an author fixes the work in a tangible medium of expression. Obtaining a...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Apr 28, 20222 min read
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What Does an Attorney for Authors Actually Do?
I love my job. I get to speak to writers every day writing in every genre. From speaking with picture book authors to memoirists, it's...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Apr 11, 20223 min read
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US Copyright Office Launches Copyright Claims Board Website
The US Copyright Office recently launched a website for the Copyright Claims Board. Background In 2020, Congress passed the Copyright...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Apr 11, 20221 min read
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US Copyright Office Issues Final Rules for Initiating Claims Before Copyright Claims Board
Recently, the US Copyright Office published a final rule for initiating proceedings before the Copyright Claims Board, a voluntary forum...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Apr 7, 20221 min read
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Court Moves for Permanent Injunction of Maryland E-book Lending Law
Earlier this month, a federal judge imposed a preliminary injunction to block implementing Maryland's library e-book lending law, given...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Mar 31, 20221 min read
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SCOTUS Takes Up Andy Warhol Copyright Case
Earlier today, the US Supreme Court announced it will take up a copyright law case involving the art of Andy Warhol. The case seeks to...
Joseph Perry, Esq.
Mar 28, 20221 min read
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