Legal Question in Intellectual Property in New York

Copyright infringement

Hi,

The New York Times quoted a woman, a non-public figure, who spoke to a Times reporter about her doctor acting unethically. I�d like to use that quote for an article I�m writing for a national magazine. If I attribute the quote to the woman but not to The Times, would I be infringing on The Times� copyright?

Thanks.


Asked on 5/24/07, 6:40 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Re: Copyright infringement

It would seem to be plagiarism as much as copyright infringement. But, two thoughts:

1. Why not contact the woman and interview her yourself?

2. Attribution is your friend.

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Answered on 5/24/07, 7:07 pm
Johm Smith tom's

Re: Copyright infringement

Mr. Browde is correct. It might be easy to find this source and your reputation is easily lost in your industry.

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Answered on 5/24/07, 7:39 pm


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