What Subscription Authors Must Know About Copyright
Copyright is challenging. Even more so is knowing how to protect yourself and your IP when collaborating creatively. In this episode, Eric Farber, the Founder and CEO of Creators Legal, shares his insights on legal issues for authors.
Note: This is not legal or financial advice and we encourage all authors to consult the services of a lawyer for any legal advice and questions.
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EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00:00 Introduction and Context
0:02:38 What Authors Should Know About Copyright
0:06:39 Should Authors Register Their Copyright?
0:12:03 Legal Considerations with Fan Fiction
0:18:50 How Authors Can Utilize Their IP Assets
0:21:15 How Eric Sees the Creator Economy Changing
0:24:22 Hiring Contractors as Authors
0:32:15 Contracts with Collaborators for Authors
0:43:04 Getting Started in the Passion Economy
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