Legal Question in Intellectual Property in California

Hello. I have filed for copyright of my pictures and they have been registered (I am a hair stylist) They were registered on Jan 4 2011 and the certificate was mailed on Feb 2 2011 according to the copyright office. There are 2 other stylist claiming my work as theirs. I want to know what I can do to have them stop using my work. I live in California if that helps.


Asked on 2/10/11, 3:57 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Kevin B. Murphy Franchise Foundations, APC

As a Franchise Attorney I need to ask what you mean by other stylists claiming your work as theirs. Your copyright protects the picture taken, not a particular hair style. If they are using the same picture you took (with the same model, etc.), that's a different story. Consult with a good business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.

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

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Answered on 2/10/11, 7:36 am


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