Copyright infringement has always been an invisible crime resulting in millions of lost dollars annually. Hence, it has become a serious and important issue for anyone who creates material to share with the public, or for those who work with copyright material—writers, musicians, visual artists, filmmakers, publishers, editors, teachers, librarians, students, and businesspeople.
In today’s digital world, internet users have had unprecedented access to copyright protected works. Many believe that the material they consume online is free simply because it is accessible. WRONG.
The rules for the use and distribution of digital material are not clear-cut, and are often a source of controversy. In 2012 Canada updated its Copyright Act to clarify copyright law, and ensure it addresses today’s technology. But it can still be difficult for even the most knowledgeable to know when they have crossed that unseen line.
Lawyer and copyright expert Lesley Ellen Harris tackles copyright issues in the completely revised and updated Canadian Copyright Law, 4th Edition. With extensive expertise in managing copyright issues, Lesley sets out existing copyright law in a matter-of-fact and easy-to-understand manner.
Whether you are a user trying to figure out if and how you might legally use a portion of work, or you are a creator trying to enforce and protect your rights, Canadian Copyright Law helps you navigate this complex and sometimes convoluted area of the law.
The book covers:
- The latest updates to international agreements
- New Canadian legislation and court cases relating to copyright law
- Suggestions on how to protect your work and respond to the unauthorized use of it
- The complete update on copyright issues relating to digital media in Canada
Canadian Copyright Law is an indispensable resource providing all the information you need to know about copyright in your professional and personal life.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lesley Ellen Harris is a lawyer, author and educator. She is an expert in Canadian, American, and international copyright and licensing issues, and has written four books on these topics. She also edits the Copyright & New Media Law Newsletter.
Lesley has taught Masters-level courses on copyright through the University of Alberta and Catholic University. She speaks on copyright law and digital property at conferences around the world, and teaches non-lawyers how to manage copyright law through the many online and in-person courses she teaches each year. Lesley blogs frequently about copyright law and licensing at www.copyrightlaws.com.