Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Pennsylvania

You need not pay the registration fee to get it copyrighted. It is copyrighted from the moment you create it -- explore www.copyright.gov for more information. Registration is a prerequisite to file suit for copyright infringement, but it is not required to be copyrighted.

Any attorney will say that to assert copyright protection is relatively easy. Use the standard c within a circle (or the words "copyright"), followed by the year of publication, followed by your name (the copyright author). Consult with an attorney in your area for specifics.

Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise

Franchise Attorney