Dec 06 – Firm Articles
San Diego Copyright Lawyers
As a result of the continued availability of new mediums of expression and changes in technology, the protection of rights in creative works under copyright law presents some of the most complicated challenges faced by intellectual property litigation lawyers today. The ability to almost instantly replicate electronic media and disseminate it through the internet has unleashed the specter of online piracy, so it behooves anyone producing creative works to protect their ability to control their property with an experienced copyright attorney.
Since 1939, our dedicated and experienced lawyers have worked with private citizens and commercial entities in diverse industries throughout San Diego, fighting for their rights, defending their interests and developing innovative licensing strategies that allow artists to profit through their creativity.
The San Diego copyright attorneys at Higgs Fletcher & Mack have successfully represented a number of authors, designers, artists, publishers, musicians, software and content developers, and other creative and enterprising people create and maintain copyrights and other intellectual property.
Copyright, Entertainment, and Media Services
San Diego Copyright attorneys at Higgs Fletcher & Mack frequently provide services including:
- Counseling clients regarding protection and prosecution of rights to various works of original authorship
- Advising authors, artists, musicians, composers, and people of fame on copyrights and rights of privacy and publicity
- Preparing and filing copyright applications with the U.S. Copyright Office
- Negotiating copyright licensing agreements on behalf of authors, publishers, and other copyright holders
- Assessing and enforcing clients rights through litigation
Copyright Violations: Your Legal Rights and Options
Our San Diego copyright attorneys know that Intellectual Property and Copyrights are more important now than ever. Every day it seems more and more people are finding ways to express themselves creatively and discovering new avenues to distribute their work instantly to a global audience. These creative individuals must protect their works or risk losing the ability to capitalize from them.
Developments and technology have provided opportunities to subvert copyright laws designed to protect the rights of original creators. In this situation, the Firm?s Intellectual Property Group can help you assert your rights effectively in a copyright infringement lawsuit, if necessary.
Alternatively, we can provide a spirited and aggressive defense if you are accused of violating another’s copyright. The copyright attorneys at Higgs Fletcher & Mack have extensive experience representing clients on either side of a contested copyright infringement litigation scenario, and will gladly put their 70 years of legal experience to work for you.
Full Service Copyright Protection and Litigation Lawyers
If you are interested in realizing the financial potential of your creativity, or you need to assert or defend your rights over contested intellectual property, please consult a San Diego copyright attorney at Higgs Fletcher & Mack.