Our experienced copyright lawyers in Central London specialise in safeguarding the rights of creators across various industries. Whether it’s protecting software code, music, books, web content, advertising copy, videos, films, photography, or graphic designs, our team is here to ensure your original work is protected. If you’re in the creative sector or any other field, we’ll help secure your intellectual property and make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.
Pearl Lemon Legal's Copyright Services
The Pearl Lemon Legal copyright lawyer London team have allowed us to become a well-known copyright law practice that specializes in intellectual property. We support clients in the creative sectors and elsewhere in preventing the whole or partial duplication of their work. Music challenges, book publishing agreements, computer game publication contracts, artist resale rights, and many more copyright cases are among the cases we have handled as copyright solicitors UK.
If you suspect someone is infringing on your copyright, it’s crucial to seek legal help immediately—especially when significant amounts are at stake. Our copyright lawyers in Central London have successfully protected the creative rights of individuals, businesses, and public figures. With years of experience handling copyright infringement cases, we offer the guidance you need to take swift action. Our expert solicitors are ready to provide clear, practical advice to defend your work and secure what’s rightfully yours.
As a member of the Pearl Lemon Group, we have especially recent and pertinent knowledge of the complexities of digital copyright. As the types of content created for online audiences increase, so does the general confusion around copyright and authorized use. This is where copyright solicitors UK come into play, helping to navigate these intricate issues.
We work hard to protect the copyrights of content created by Pearl Lemon Group companies, the vast majority of which is digital, and can do the same for you. Please get in touch to schedule a consultation if you need the services of an experienced copyright lawyer London.
What is Copyright?
The automatic legal right to use and reproduce one’s own unique creative work is known as copyright. Copyright solicitors UK prevent unauthorised reproduction or use of an owner’s creation. The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act of 1988, which replaced the Copyright Act of 1956, governs copyright law UK.
There may not always be a clear-cut proprietor of the copyright. For instance, when a company’s employees produce original content, but the company, not the employee, is typically the copyright owner. However, if a firm commissions a third party to produce a piece of work (such as a design) on their behalf, the third party might have the copyright until the rights are transferred. In such cases, consulting a copyright lawyer London can help clarify and navigate the complexities of copyright ownership.
What is Covered Under Copyright?
When you produce any of the following, you automatically receive copyright protection:
- Creative artwork, encompassing illustration and photography, as well as dramatic, musical, and artistic works.
- Unique non-literary texts, including computer programs, websites, video game scripts and codes and data databases .
- Recordings of music and sound, whether strictly audio or audiovisual.
- The format of published editions of written, dramatic, and musical works
This list is not exhaustive, as new content forms, and uses for content, emerge it changes. An experienced copyright lawyer UK can advise you of the copyright laws as they apply to content that you have created or believe you own.
The common copyright symbol (©), your name, and the creation year can all be used to identify your work if you like, but such things are not necessary. The degree of protection you have under UK copyright law is unaffected by whether or not you mark the work. A lack of such marks is sometimes cited by those who infringe on copyrights as a defence of their actions, but such things are not a defence under the law. For any legal assistance regarding copyright issues, you may consider consulting copyright solicitors UK.
Are Copyright and Trademarks the Same Thing?
No. Brand names, logos, and slogans fall under trademark protection, which requires a formal application since it’s a registered right. Copyright, on the other hand, covers things like text, graphic designs, photos, software, music, and videos—and it’s automatic the moment your work is created. In the UK and EU, there’s no need to register for copyright.
If you need help with either copyright or trademark issues in Central London, our expert copyright lawyers are here to assist. Whether you’re dealing with infringement or applying for a trademark, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
Pearl Lemon Legal Copyright Protection Services
There is, as we have mentioned, a widespread misconception that having the copyright symbol on something means something legally significant. Except insofar as it alerts the viewer or reader that the owner is enforcing their copyright, it doesn’t matter. In most circumstances, it is valuable and deserving of inclusion to that extent and should be something you consider doing as a matter of habit.
When creating or producing new works, it is crucial to retain documentation of your creative process, as you may need them in the event of theft, misuse or copying of your content.
Software, for example, should contain “footprints,” such as a purposeful error that specifically identifies the author as you. Watermarks or comments should be present on electronic images and videos to claim ownership. Keep a complete, date-stamped record of your research whenever you work on a new project, from the initial notes on the back of an envelope to the final product.
All of the aforementioned measures will aid in defending your rights in the event of an infringement, which is where an experienced copyright lawyer, like those on the Pearl Lemon Legal team, can come in to advise.
Pearl Lemon Legal Copyright Infringement Services
A person or organization violates copyright if they completely or substantially copy your work because copyright arises immediately upon the creation of a piece of work, i.e., without going through any formal registration process. Here the term copy includes publishing it without your permission online. To protect your rights, consulting a copyright lawyer UK can provide guidance and legal assistance.
Copies are often made blatantly, and a claim of copyright infringement is easily proved. However, this is not always the case in legal proceedings, especially when dealing with digital content. When you believe that someone is stealing your work, but are unsure how to prove it, or how to stop it, you should seek skilled legal counsel as quickly as you can because it can be difficult to prove copyright infringement on your own.
Numerous instances of both clear and unclear copyright infringement have been handled very successfully by our copyright solicitors UK in London. We can offer perspective on the legal procedure, evaluate the opposition and the potential loss, and suggest the best enforcement action to safeguard your brand, your content, and your reputation and earning potential.
We can also analyse and provide advice on your case if you have received a copyright infringement letter, which means that someone else thinks you have violated their copyright. We can oversee your legal defence if you have a solid case against the charge, or attempt to broker an alternative dispute resolution solution that will resolve the issue at minimal cost to you, both financially and in terms of your reputation.
At Pearl Lemon Legal, we believe that content creators – and we know a lot of those – should be able to create, publish and disseminate their original work – whether that’s the code for a video game, the copy for a website, an original song, a YouTube video or those amazing Instagram images you are so proud of – without fear that their copyright is being infringed upon and others are benefiting from their hard work illegally.
If you have any copyright concerns, or are facing an infringement of copyright claim you feel is false or unjust, contact one of our copyright lawyers London today.
Copyright Lawyer London FAQs
A copyright lawyer in London can help safeguard your intellectual property by offering legal advice, filing infringement claims, and ensuring that your rights are fully protected under UK law.
It’s best to seek legal counsel from a copyright lawyer in London as soon as you suspect someone is using your work without permission. Acting quickly can help prevent further unauthorised use and potential financial loss.
Our team of copyright lawyers in London specialises in digital copyright protection. We handle cases involving online content, including web copy, software code, and digital media to prevent unauthorised use or replication.
In the UK, copyright is automatically granted as soon as original work is created. You don’t need to register your work to protect it, and a copyright lawyer in London can help you understand and enforce your rights.
Copyright protection in the UK covers a wide range of original works, including literature, music, films, software, photography, and more. A copyright lawyer in London can advise you on the specifics of your work’s protection.
Copyright protects creative works like music and literature, while trademarks protect brand names, logos, and slogans. A copyright lawyer in London can assist you with both copyright and trademark matters.
Our copyright lawyers in London offer services to protect your work, including infringement claims, copyright registration advice, and legal representation for disputes involving your intellectual property.
If you’re unsure whether your work has been stolen, our copyright lawyers in London can investigate, provide legal advice, and help you take action to protect your creative rights.
