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Yes, there’s a big difference! Copyright protects creative works, while trademarks protect brand names and logos. Think of copyright as guarding your creative soul and trademarks as shielding your business identity.
You can register your work with the U.S. Copyright Office. This will offer you additional legal protections and put you in a stronger position if you need to defend your rights.
Copyright generally protects things like music, art, literature, films, and even software. If it’s a creative work, there’s a good chance it’s protected.
Absolutely! Long Beach provides various resources and materials to help you get the lowdown on copyright, including workshops and online guides.
If you feel someone is using your work without your okay, it's a good idea to reach out to them first. If that doesn't work, you may want to consider legal options to protect your rights.
You'll need to get permission from the artists for their work. It’s always best to ask before using someone else's creations to avoid stepping on any toes.
Long Beach's copyright policy is designed to protect the rights of creators and ensure that their work is used properly. It covers how the city handles copyrighted materials and what steps one should take if they want to use someone else's work.