Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Georgia

Music on Website

Ok I've seen lots of websites that play copyrighted music on their page. I'm starting a clothing line, if I play copyrighted music on the page what will happen?? Even if its illegal, could you perhaps go into details on how likely it is I will get sued, or will they just ask me to remove it?

Thank you very much and I appreciate the help.

NOTE: The song that I'm putting is the same name as my company...just to give a better picture.


Asked on 3/14/06, 7:33 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Glenn M. Lyon, Esq. MacGREGOR LYON, LLC, Business Attorneys

Re: Music on Website

It is not legal to use copyrighted material on your website. However, there are exceptions that probably would not apply to your situation. If you do use such protected music, they would probably send a cease and desist letter demanding that you stop using the songs.

If you would like to discuss any issues further, please feel free to contact my office. My contact information is below. Thank you.

The foregoing is general information only, not specific legal advice. No attorney/client relation has been created or should be implied.

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Answered on 3/28/06, 10:13 am


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