Legal Question in Intellectual Property in California
Copyrights of a photo
I was hired to take pictures for a chamber of commerce. Someone outside of the chamber used one of the pictures, without my permission or the permission of the chamber, to promote his business.
What are my rights to compensation, copyright law etc?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Copyrights of a photo
Without knowing the actual agreement between you and the Chamber, it sounds like the Chamber hired you and is the owner of the pictures. That would leave you without recourse. Feel free to enlighten me with more facts.
Thank you.
Richard
Re: Copyrights of a photo
It depends on who the copyright owner is, you or the Chamber. If it is deemed a work for hire, then the Chamber would be. Further, in terms of pursuing a legal claim, you need to have your works filed with the US Copyright office.