The Do’s & Don’ts of Using Content From the Internet

The Do’s & Don’ts of Using Content From the Internet

Can I use content from the Internet in my work? I get this question a lot. Sometimes, it’s not even a question – the person assumes it’s fine as long as they [use less than a certain amount/don’t make money from it/clipped it from Google/insert justification here]....
How Do I Put A Copyright Into My Trust

How Do I Put A Copyright Into My Trust

All right, you’ve created a trust. You’ve also created a copyright, one that’s valuable enough that you want to put it into your trust to protect it. You may even have several income-producing copyrights that you want to put into your trust. So how do you go about...
Five Ways to Protect Yourself While Sheltering in Place

Five Ways to Protect Yourself While Sheltering in Place

I think it’s safe to say that most Californians are tired of sheltering in place, or at least are tired of binge-watching TV. If you’re looking for a project that actually makes you feel productive, might I suggest you work on your estate plan? If that project hasn’t...
I’ve Inherited A Copyright, Now What?

I’ve Inherited A Copyright, Now What?

Five things you should know and do when you inherit a copyright. Under the current copyright laws, a copyright lasts for the author’s lifetime plus seventy years. This means that a copyright will always outlive its creator, and it will be passed on at least once. But...