When is your work copyrighted?

The answer is: the moment you create it.

Your original song, screenplay, or painting is protected by the spirit of copyright the moment you "fix it in a tangible medium," like writing it down, recording it, or painting it.

That automatic protection is great, but to really scare off thieves and sue for infringement, you need to register it with the U.S. Copyright Office. It’s an easy process that gives you a lot of power.

Don't let your creative legacy fade. Lock it down.

Don't let your creative work or business become a ghost story. Intellectual property is one of the most terrifyingly useful tools you have. If you're a creator or other entrepreneur ready to build a frighteningly powerful brand, you need to know how to use it.

You don't have to face the darkness alone. To learn more about protecting your art, your name, your business, and your legacy, you can book a consultation with me at kingpatentlaw.com. I'm an attorney in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, but I serve intellectual property clients nationwide.

And if this episode helped you survive the horror of learning about how to protect and manage your intellectual property and business, please like and subscribe! You can find all of my other frighteningly good content on the King Patent Law website, at "Know Your Rights" on all major podcast platforms, and at @kingpatentlaw on most social media.

The information provided in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or form an attorney-client relationship. You should not act on any information presented here without first seeking the counsel of a licensed attorney for your specific legal needs.

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