Can I Use Other People’s Fictional Characters in My Book? by Kelley Way
In this article, a literary lawyer talks about fictional people, specifically, fictional characters that are still protected by copyright.
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Can I Write About a Real Person in My Book? Defamation, Right of Privacy and Right of Publicity in Writing by Kelley Way
When you write fiction, you probably want to know if you can write about a real person. Some things to consider are defamation, right of privacy and right of publicity in your writing.
Trademarks: Can I Talk About a Real Business in My Book? by Kelley Way
Authors often wonder if they can use the name of a real business in their novels. Literary lawyer Kelley Way shares about the issues of using business names in your books.
Is a Copyright Small Claims Court in America’s Future? by Kelley Way
The U.S. of House of Representatives has recently voted to approve the Copyright Alternative in Small-Claims Enforcement Act of 2019, or the CASE Act for short. This bill, if passed into law, would create a small claims court specifically for copyright infringement cases.
Do I Need a Waiver to Post Photos or Videos of Other People? The Right of Privacy in the Digital Age by Kelley Way
Do you need a waiver to post photos or videos of other people? Explore the right of privacy in the digital age with literary and estate lawyer, Kelley Way.
Can I Copyright a Title? by Kelley Way
Writers often ask literary lawyer Kelley Way if they can copyright their title. In this article, she discusses the short answer and the long answer.
What Does Copyright Protect? by Kelley Way
Copyright only protects creative expression. It does not protect facts or ideas, only the way those facts and ideas are assembled and presented to the world.
Plagiarism vs. Copyright Infringement by Kelley Way
If you’re confused by plagiarism vs. copyright, then check out our latest post on the topic by our monthly columnist, Kelley Way, a lawyer specializing in literary law.
How to Choose a Trademark by Kelley Way
Choosing a trademark to represent your business can be tricky — especially if you want to call your business something other than your own name. Here are a few pointers to get you started.
What Do I Need to Know about the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)? by Kelley Way
For those unfamiliar with the CCPA, it is California’s version of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Here’s why it matters to writers.
How Long Will My Copyright Last? By Kelley Way
Congress created an entirely new Copyright Act that took effect in 1978. So what’s the final answer on how long a copyright will last? Here’s the breakdown.
Why Register a Copyright? by Kelley Way
I’ve had several people reach out to me over the last month regarding a recent Supreme Court case, Fourth Estate Public Benefit Corporation v. Wall-Street.com. The ruling made them worry about their ability to protect their copyrights. For those who aren’t aware of the case, here are the details:
Estates and Copyrights – What Happens When They Collide? By Kelley Way
When you have an income-producing asset like a copyright, it’s easy to focus on how to keep that income flowing over the next few months.
Why Have a Contract? By Kelley Way
Having something in writing is even more important when courts are involved. Whenever there is a dispute over what was agreed on, the first thing the courts will ask is, “Is there a written contract?”
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