Re: pictures

Subject: Re: Re: pictures

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: : I have recently purchased some pictures that were taken of a family member and was wondering if i could make some copies to put in my office and to give to a relative? what does the copywrite law state about making photo copies personal use? : Dear Tricia, : I like you insight and concern. Without research nor taking professional responsibily. Unless there is a written agreement, the photographer owns the artistic rights. : My gut says that your making copies is a violation of the photographers' copyright rights. Unless there is a registered copyright and a proper copyright notice on the picture you may not be liable under the copyright law at least until you have been put on notice. There may be a civil action right. : How much would it cost the photographer to sue you? What damages could he get. Even in a true copyright infringement suit, a court might not award damages worth bringing the case to court, particularly if there is no real commerial damage other than what you propose. : M. Arthur Auslander : Auslander & Thomas-Intellectual Property Law Since 1909 : 505 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10018 : 212-594-6900, fax 212-244-0028, aus@auslander.com : ELAINE's Workshop (sm) : E arly L egal A dvice I s N ot E xpensive

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