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Communications & Media

From defamation to privacy law, eHow's legal experts explain the nuts and bolts of laws affecting communications and the media. Learn what qualifies as libel and slander and how to avoid it, as well as what to do if you feel you've been a victim. Get tips for maintaining your autonomy under privacy laws, including your medical information, credit history and family records. eHow also covers established internet laws involving gambling, audio files and spyware.

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  • What Is Copyrighted Material?

    Creators of several types of intellectual property regularly use copyright law to ensure their work is not plagiarized or otherwise improperly used. The Copyright Act of 1976, Title 17 of the U.S....

  • Copyright Rules

    The first copyright laws in the United States were passed in 1790 to protect written works. The present version of the United States Copyright Act was enacted by Congress in 1976 and updated by...

  • What Is a Copyright Statement?

    Everyone's seen the little "c" in the circle, and read the text that goes with it. "This work is the sole property...." It's the copyright symbol, and it's been in the news in recent years...

  • About Copyright Laws for Movies

    Copyright is the protection afforded the original author(s) or creator(s) of certain works of art and some intellectual properties. These works include, but are not limited to, books, computer...

  • What Are Copyrighted Images?

    A copyright is a legal protection used for intellectual property such as writings, pictures, graphics and music. The United State Copyright Act of 1976 gives creators the right of ownership from...

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