The Copyright Permission and Libel Handbook by Lloyd J Jassin

The Copyright Permission and Libel Handbook by Lloyd J Jassin

"A thoughtful, comprehensive, and invaluable guide for writers."--Bernard Lefkowitz, Professor, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism "Easy to read and understand ...should be on every publisher's reference shelf."--Jan Nathan, Executive Director, Publishers Marketing Association For anyone who has ever faced the confusing web of copyright and libel laws, this practical, problem-solving guide is a godsend. In clear, jargon-free language, legal experts provide the information and techniques you need to prepare a manuscript or multimedia work for publication. You'll learn how to: Clear rights for all types of copyrighted materials, including quotations, photographs, fine art, motion picture stills, song lyrics, and more Protect yourself against libel suits Determine if a work is in the public domain Assess if quoting without permission qualifies as fair use Locate rights holders Negotiate clearances Includes library of sample forms: permission letter interview release model release work-made-for-hire agreement copyright assignment photograph license

LLOYD J. JASSIN is a practicing copyright and trademark attorney and a former publishing executive. He has written for publications such as The Authors Guild Bulletin, The Small Press Magazine, and Multimedia Producer. STEVEN C. SCHECHTER is a lawyer with his own intellectual property practice. He has taught courses in entertainment and publishing law at Seton Hall University School of Law.

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ISBN 13	9780471146544
ISBN 10	0471146544
Title	The Copyright Permission and Libel Handbook
Author	Lloyd J Jassin
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	John Wiley & Sons Inc
Year published	1998-02-04
Number of pages	224
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