Are databases protected by copyright law?

Yes, databases are protected by copyright law in Nebraska. Copyright law protects the expression of an idea, not the idea itself. In Nebraska, when a person creates a database, the original selection, coordination, and arrangement of the data constitute a creative work that can be protected by copyright law. Typically, databases are compiled by collecting, recording, and organizing data in an orderly manner. To qualify for copyright protection, the database must include some degree of creativity or originality. For example, if the data being collected is non-original, such as facts or data in the public domain, the resulting database may still be protected by copyright law in Nebraska. In Nebraska, a copyright owner of a database has exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and/or display the database. The copyright also grants the owner the exclusive right to create derivative works or adaptations of the database. It is important to note that copyright law does not protect the data itself, only the selection, coordination, or arrangement of the data. In summary, databases in Nebraska are protected by copyright law, as long as the creator displays some level of creativity and originality in the selection, coordination, and arrangement of the data.

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