How long does a copyright protection last?

In New York, a copyright protection typically lasts for the life of the author and an additional 70 years. This means that the author has exclusive legal rights for 70 years after their death. During this period, the copyright protection prevents others from reproducing, distributing, or even creating derivative works based on the original work. The first step to obtaining copyright protection is to ensure that the work is an original creation. This could be a painting, a song, a book, or another type of artwork. It is important to note that copyright protection begins automatically when the work is created, and it does not need to be officially registered. In addition to artwork, copyright protection can cover logos, slogans, and certain forms of digital media, like software or photographs. These types of works are also protected for the life of the author plus 70 years. It is important to note that copyright protection does not cover ideas or facts. For example, a novel about a historical event may be protected by copyright, but the facts contained within the book are not. Overall, the copyright protection provided for artwork and other creative work lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years. This ensures that the author is able to benefit from their work for many years after their death.

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