Whether you’re a large media company or an independent creator, copyright law protects your creative endeavors and assets, from unique brand elements to original artistic works. You need an effective and proactive approach to protecting your work.

When it comes to protecting your creativity, you can’t afford to be lax or passive. But copyright law can feel overwhelming. And without the right support, your creative property and your livelihood could be at risk.

At BCR Firm, we simplify the copyright process, demystify the regulations, and create a plan to get the results you need.

Copyright Compliance

It’s not always clear when and how you can use copyrighted materials, or if certain materials are covered by copyright law. This is especially true with content that’s covered under Fair Use or that falls in the public domain.

We can help you navigate potentially confusing aspects of the copyright landscape, including:

• Understanding your ability to use copyrighted material.

• Checking the applicability of Fair Use and other copyright exceptions.

• How to obtain a license to use copyrighted works.

• How to license your creative works to others.

• When is a work a "work made for hire".

• When does a work have "joint authorship".

Copyright Infringement Resolution

Protecting your copyrighted material may not be as simple as making a phone call or sending an email. A potential infringer may not care or respond. Or, if they do respond, the path toward resolution may not be obvious. Similarly, if you are accused of copyright infringement, you have certain rights and defenses. 

We offer the following services to help you navigate the complex copyright enforcement process:

• Reviewing and investigating copyright infringement cases. 

• Drafting and responding to cease-and-desist letters.

• Takedown requests.

• Pre-litigation preparation.

• Negotiating settlement agreements.

• Proceedings before the Copyright Claims Board.

• Understanding what remedies may be available for copyright infringement.

Monetization Improvement and Protection

Artists, media producers, and creators on social media and other Internet platforms rely on copyright law to protect the value and earning potential of their work. Ownership of unique digital assets on these platforms and generating and collecting revenue from these assets can be challenging. The conflation of copyright law and Terms of Service and other types of agreements makes ownership issues murkier still.

Our services help creators build thriving brands and avoid potential legal trouble, including:

• Auditing creative/copyright assets.

• Maximizing monetization and revenue.

• Complying with current copyright laws.

Copyright Registration

What content can be copyrighted? Where should you start? How do you clearly show that your content is copyrighted? These are all normal questions when you’re dealing with a dispute or starting a new creative endeavor. 

We’ll help you determine if your material is eligible for copyright protection and take the right next steps, including:

• Copyright eligibility determination.

• Registration application preparation and filing with the U.S. Copyright Office.

• Responding to registration refusals and taking further action before the U.S. Copyright Office in pending copyright registration applications.