Getting Permission: How to License & Clear Copyrighted Materials Online and Off

"Summary
If you plan to use any copyrighted material for your own purposes, you need to get permission first from the owners of that work. If you don't, you could find yourself slapped with a lawsuit.
Getting Permission tackles the permissions process head on. It shines the light on whom to ask for permission, as well as when -- and how much to expect -- to pay for permission. Comprehensive and easy to read, the book covers:
the permissions process
the public domain
copyright research
fair use
academic permissions
the elements of a license and merchandise agreement
the use of a trademark or fictional character
and much more
Getting Permission includes agreements for acquiring authorization to use text, photographs, artwork and music. All agreements included as tear-outs and on CD-ROM.
The 2nd edition of this essential book is completely updated to reflect the latest laws and court decisions. It also provides new information and resources on sampling music, licensing trademarks and performing a musical or play.
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