Getting Permission

Whether creating a web site, an anthology, or materials for a class, artists and educators of every stripe need to copyright. No, this doesn't mean pulling an all-nighter at Copy Hut. People who plan to use any copyrighted material for their own purposes need to get permission first from the owners of that work. If they don't, they could find themselves face to face with a lawsuit.Getting Permission, written by intellectual property expert Attorney Rich Stim, tackles the permissions process head on, explaining when authorization for the use of copyrighted materials is needed. It shines the light on who to ask for permission, as well as when-and how much-to expect to pay for permission. Comprehensive and easy to read, the book covers:· the permissions process-including authorization to use text, photographs, artwork and music· the public domain· copyright research· fair use· academic permissions· the elements of a license and merchandise agreement· the use of a trademark or fictional character· and much more.This cutting-edge book, the only one on the market to cover web site permission, includes agreements for acquiring authorization to use text, photographs, artwork and music. It also provides information for web site owners, such as hyper-linking agreements and Internet research suggestions. A must for the new millennium, Getting Permission will help readers obtain rights, permissions and clearance-and stay out of legal hot water.All agreements included as tear-outs and on disk.

An intellectual property attorney and professor, Richard Stim is also a legal editor at Nolo

Introduction to the Permissions Process

Permission: What Is It and Why Do I Need It?

2

(1)

The Basics of Getting Permission

2

(5)

Overview of Intellectual Property Laws

7

(1)

Permission Tools: Licenses and Releases

7

(1)

How to Use This Book

8

Getting Permission to Use Text

Who Owns the Text?

3

(1)

Start With Online Permissions Services

4

(1)

Locate the Publisher

5

(3)

Contact the Author

8

(1)

Special Situations: Ann Landers and Beyond

9

(4)

When You Can't Find the Rights Holder

13

(2)

Paraphrasing, Omissions, and Facts

15

(2)

Negotiating Text Permission and Fees

17

Getting Permission to Use Photographs

The World of Stock Photos

3

(4)

Obtaining Rights to a Photo You've Found

7

(1)

Celebrity Photos and Movie Stills

8

(1)

Using Photo Researchers

9

(1)

Photo Fees

10

(4)

Photo Permission Agreements

14

(6)

When the Photograph Contains Art, Trademarks, or People

20

(3)

Stock Photo Resources

23

Getting Permission to Use Artwork

Acquiring Rights to Artwork

3

(1)

Fine Art: Paintings, Sculptures, and Limited Editions

3

(3)

Graphic Art

6

(1)

Comics and Cartoons

7

(2)

Royalty-Free and Public Domain Clip Art

9

(1)

Researching Art

10

(2)

Artwork Fees and Agreements

12

(8)

Artwork Resources

20

Getting Permission to Use Music

Acquiring Rights to Music

3

(1)

Song and Sound Recording Copyrights

3

(5)

Reprinting Music or Lyrics

8

(6)

Playing Music at a Business or Event

14

(3)

Releasing Music for Sale

17

(4)

Using Music in a Commercial, Radio Show, or as Background Music

21

(1)

Using Music in a Film, Television Show, or Video

22

(16)

Performing a Musical or Play

38

(1)

Using Music in Software, Videogames, or Multimedia Programs

39

(1)

Using Music on a Website

40

(3)

Using Music Samples

43

(3)

Finding Music Publishers

46

(1)

Finding Record Companies

46

(1)

Music Clearance Companies

47

(1)

Music Resources

47

Website Permissions

Websites: Five Ways to Stay Out of Trouble

2

(3)

Transferring Information to and From a Website

5

(4)

Connecting to Other Websites

9

Academic and Educational Permissions

Academic Coursepacks

2

(12)

Educational Uses of Noncoursepack Materials

14

(2)

Proposed Educational Guidelines on Fair Use

16

(2)

Library Photocopying

18

(1)

Academic Permission Resources

19

The Public Domain

Welcome to the Public Domain

2

(7)

Public Domain Trouble Spots

9

Fair Use

What Is Fair Use?

2

(1)

Measuring Fair Use: The Four Factors

3

(2)

Summaries of Fair Use Cases

5

(4)

Disagreements Over Fair Use: When Are You Likely to Get Sued?

9

Getting Permission to Use Trademarks

Trademark Basics

3

(4)

When You Need Permission to Use a Trademark

7

(7)

Locating a Trademark Owner

14

(1)

Trademark Licensing

15

Art and Merchandise Licenses

Overview of Merchandise Licensing

3

(3)

Merchandise License Agreement

6

(15)

Explanation of Merchandise License Agreement

21

(11)

Merchandise License Worksheet

32

(3)

Short-Form Merchandise License Agreement

35

Releases

Legal Risks of Failing to Obtain a Release

2

(2)

When to Use a Release

4

(2)

Personal Release Agreements

6

(7)

Interview and Property Releases

13

Copyright Research

Copyright Ownership and Transfers FAQ

2

(3)

Starting Your Copyright Research

5

(2)

Searching the Copyright Office and Library of Congress Records

7

After Permission Is Granted

Permission Tracking Sheet

2

(2)

Good Permissions Gone Bad

4

(2)

Insurance

6

Assignments and Works Made for Hire

Copyright Assignments

2

(6)

Works Made for Hire

8

Help Beyond This Book

Resources for More Detailed Permissions Research

2

(1)

Conducting Legal Research

3

(1)

Working With an Attorney

4

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