Lloyd J. Jassin, Steve C. Schecter

The Copyright Permission and Libel Handbook: A Step-by-Step Guide for Writers, Editors, and Publishe

Издательство: Wiley, 1998 г.
0471146544
Книгопечатная продукция
Объем: 224 стр.

This manual allays a fear among publishing, broadcast, and film folk: getting sued. Copyright infringement is a manageable risk, if one understands the fair use doctrine and the procedures for acquiring and buying the right to reproduce material others have created. Both authors are lawyers, with book publishing experience in Jassin`s case, which inform their practical tips about permissions. Often one needn`t even request permission (advice endorsed by this former permissions clerk, whose favorite office appliance was the "fair use" rubber stamp), because such material can be classified as falling within public domain laws by comparing copyright dates with the two copyright acts (of 1909 and 1976) that govern them. But in doubt one should obtain permission, for which this book provides sample letters and addresses. Libel is a more dangerous animal, as can be attested by anyone threatened with a defamation suit. The authors define the legal nuances of libel and urge using care and caution when writing about public figures--and calling a lawyer when a nasty letter arrives.

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