Re: Copyright of structural engineering drawing

Subject: Re: Re: Copyright of structural engineering drawing

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: : Can a structural engineering detail drawing based on concepts standard in the industry be copyrighted? That is, suppose I made an engineering drawing of a detail showing how to connect a 2x4 to a truss joist in the corner. This is a standard thing used in all buildings and the method is standard. Can my drawing be copyrighted? : Dear Slapshot, : The copyright law covers what you create. Enforcement is through registration. The idea in the work is not protected. : If you use the drawing as an illustration or work of art there may be some purpose to register a copyright. Anyone can use your drawing as an instruction. If you want protection use a copyright notice at all times and promptly register within 3 months of publication. : 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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