IPR Services – Copyright
The copyright exists in the following works-literary, dramatic, musical, artistic works, cinematography films, sound recording and other works including computer programmes, photograph and other electronically disseminated information, as well as sculptures and engraving.
Now computer programme can also be registered and copyright. The copyright is owned by author up to life time and also after 60 years of his/her death.
L&M Service Offering
With the advent of new technologies the boundaries of traditional copyright law has been altered. The works in respect of ever spreading technological advancements need protection. We assist our clients with registering copyright, expediting applications, recording documents, performing title searches. The L&M experts also render opinion on copyright ability, fair use, infringement, ownership and title, estate planning, notice, security interest, protection. Our expert also assist in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements involving copyrighted works, including licensing, development and distribution agreements.
L&M have a experts in the field of software, we are adept at valuating the strength and weaknesses of copyright and patent protection to determine the most appropriate and durable method of protecting valuable works. Our L&M expert also tender counseling services on the protection of mask works (Semiconductor chips) and assist them in registering their mask works. We provide following services in respect of Copyright:
Copyright Filing, Prosecution and Protection
- Filing of copyright application, prosecution and obtaining certificate
- Filing of cancellation petition for cancellation of illegal registration of the work
- Investigating infringement and filing action for infringement both civil and criminal
