2026 Specialists We have selected our Copyright Specialists in Residence for 2026 already. However, if you’re interested in becoming a Copyright Specialist in Residence for 2027, please reach out to erin@copyrightlaws.com for more information. We will officially be opening applications
Are all U.S. government works in the public domain? It’s a misconception that all U.S. government works (maps, brochures, reports, etc.) are in the public domain. In order to understand which U.S. government works are protected by copyright and which
What’s in the public domain? Public domain is a frequently used term in copyright parlance, yet it isn’t defined in copyright statutes. This article provides insight into when content is in the public domain under copyright law, from both the U.S.
When obtaining permission to use copyright-protected works, it’s important to understand the layers of rights in those works. This article examines examples of works with multiple layers of underlying rights, from more complicated works such as films, music, and multimedia
A licensing policy is a helpful document for a library or organization that licenses electronic resources or e-resources. This article is written by Lesley Ellen Harris, author of Licensing Digital Content, 3rd edition. Copyright and Intellectual Property Policies are more common
Many times I hear my students say they’ve become the go-to copyright person, regardless of whether they’re librarians, library directors, information managers or architects, content managers, risk management specialists, communications specialists or editors. This happens whether they work in libraries,
International copyright law doesn’t exist! Each country has its own domestic copyright laws that apply to its own citizens, and also to the use of foreign content when used in one’s country. It allows creators and content owners around the
Canadian copyright law myths can cloud your interpretation of copyright law. How do you ensure that your information is accurate and objective? Do you read the Canadian Copyright Act? Review recent copyright cases? Attend courses and discussions? Learn more about
Do your digital license agreements and licensing myths lead to frustrations? Our Simple Guide to Licensing Electronic Resources can help.
Creative Commons licenses allow copyright owners to license their works under terms and conditions they choose. Learn how to choose the best CC license.