Freelancing and Copyright LawBy: Steve Holder
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When you are employed by an organization as an employee, there is usually a clause in your employment contract that states that any product produced by you while under employ by the company becomes the sole property of the employer. This generally extends to intellectual property as well. This is known in the copyright law as “works made for hire“.
In the case of freelancers, this rule does not apply unless you are commissioned to do the work.
Generally speaking, the work that freelancers produce is considered owned by them by copyright laws. Section 201(a) of Title 17 of the U.S. Code states: “Copyright in a work protected under this title vests initially in the author or authors of the work.” Other countries usually observe this convention as well. In common practice, however, the client will ask the freelancer to relinquish all rights of ownership to their work without further consideration or institute a “works made for hire” clause as a condition of the contract. This might not be an issue for you if you will be producing new work on the client’s time. Try at least to get the rights to reference work you produce for your portfolio or other marketing effort.
What about work produced on your own time, as might be the case of with a program subroutine you’ve written that can be incorporated into a new client’s program, or an illustration technique that you’ve branded as your own? In those cases, you’ll have to negotiate your rights as part of the contract.
There is also the issue of electronic rights. When a freelancer agrees to produce something for print media, there is a tacit understanding that the piece has a limited exposure value. However, if that work then is posted onto the Internet or is syndicated and widely distributed on CD-ROM, the question arises whether the author should be compensated with a royalty because of its use beyond the original scope. This issue was at the center of controversy during the Hollywood screenwriters’ strike at the end of 2007, although in that case, it had to do with being compensated for the extended use of their work by producers who collected rental fees when the shows they wrote were released on DVD. The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the rights of freelancers to prevent use of their work (or require additional compensation) in electronic media in two court cases.
The American Society of Journalists and Authors has published an article that summarizes freelancer’s rights nicely. Although it is targeted primarily to writers, the rights it references apply to other professions as well. A good source for additional information on copyrights, intellectual property, patents, trade secrets, and trademarks can be found at the excellent Intellectual Property Advisor web site (IntellectualPropertyAdvisor.com)http://www.successfulfreelancingadvisor.com/copyrights |
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Mar 27, 2009 |
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LNG Import in Spain is likely to Set New Records
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In 2007, natural gas accounted for around 21% share in Spain’s total energy generation, second after oil. Thus, natural gas in Spain has always played a vital role in meeting its rapidly growing domestic energy demands.
However, limited natural gas resources forced Spain to start importing LNG form international market. Domestic natural gas production is negligible, so Spain natural gas import is obvious. But geographical constraints and limited number of gas pipelines with Morocco forced Spain to pen down supply contracts with LNG exporting countries.
Its domestic natural gas requirements in 1994 forced the country to start import, as its government introduced the gas fired power station. And year by year gas fired power stations’ numbers in Spain are increasing to keep its environment clean as per the EU directives. In the near future (especially in 2010 and years onward), more gas fired power plants are expected to come online to maintain an equilibrium in the domestic power market without hurting the environment. This will boost up the natural gas consumption level in future.
Rising industrial power demand is accelerating strongly, thus more power plants are required to keep supply equals to demand. In this context, setting up natural gas fired power plant is good option for Spain, as it has high calorific value and relatively cleaner source of energy. This will keep natural gas demand up for both combined cycle gas turbines and gas fired power plants in the coming years. Moreover, our “Global LNG Market - The Road Ahead” found that domestic requirement of natural gas in Spain will resulted in a CAGR of 2% (approx) in LNG demand during 2010 to 2030. This will open up further, business opportunities for the LNG exporting countries during this time phase.
This report also provides a detailed study on other countries’ LNG market, too. It covers the LNG importing Asian countries’ information like Japan, China and India and South Korea. We have also covered North America (the US) and Europe (France) from the LNG consumption point of view. Whereas, from exporting point of view, we have covered Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, Oman, UAE, and Qatar to understand the global LNG supply and demand market both at present and in future.
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Convenience Stores Gaining Popularity in South Asian Countries
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According to a new research report, “Asian Convenience Store Market Forecast to 2010”, by RNCOS, the emergence of convenience store is changing the retail industry dynamics in most of the Asian economies. Many countries are witnessing rapid growth in the number of convenience stores despite the ongoing financial crisis.
The rising popularity of convenience stores in the region is accredited to better product availability, easy accessibility, low level of investment as compared to other modern retail formats, shift in consumer preference and improvement in price bargain.
According to a Sr. Research Analyst at RNCOS, “Convenience store retailing in Asia has become a major growth area for a large number of retailers operating in modern retail format, especially grocery retail. The Asian convenience store industry is witnessing fast growth due to untapped potential in most of the emerging markets like India, China, South Korea, Indonesia and Malaysia compared to high degree of saturation in European and American convenience store industries.”
Moreover, the share of convenience stores is increasing in most of the South Asian markets. These markets offer immense growth opportunities against other regions in Asia on account of strong economic growth and growing middle class. The shift towards modern trade in South Asia is dominated by China where convenience store format accounts for more than 58% of all new stores. India, one of the most attractive retail markets in the world, is dominated by unorganized retail (97%), representing growth opportunities for modern retail format such as convenience store.
The report also says that the convenience stores will prove superior to the traditional markets because they provide better service and quality to customers.
“Asian Convenience Store Market Forecast to 2010” comprehensively discusses the convenience store market in Asia and highlights new technologies being integrated into the market at a fast pace. It also gives a brief overview of key market trends along with the sales trends to help clients understand the prospects of convenience store retailing in Asia. The report gives a detailed account of future growth areas that enable clients to design their business strategies as per the changing market dynamics in the region.
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About RNCOS:
RNCOS, incorporated in the year 2002, is an industry research firm. We are a team of industry experts who analyze data collected from credible sources. We provide industry insights and analysis that helps corporations to take timely and accurate business decision in today's globally competitive environment.
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Transportation Sector to Drive Global RFID Market
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As per our research report “Global RFID Market Analysis till 2010”, several countries across the globe, including US, UK, China, India, Russia and Brazil, have been using RFID technology in their transportation sectors. This will lead the RFID market worldwide to grow at a CAGR of around 13% through 2013, with revenue projected to rise to US$ 2 Billion by 2013 end. Our research has also found that Asia-Pacific will witness the highest growth in RFID revenue, owing to the rapid adoption of RFID applications by countries like China, India, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand.
Global RFID market has been analyzed in the report with the help of various segments. These segments include regional level analysis, verticals analysis and market overview. Market overview further details RFID industry by Revenue, Frequency, Tags, Transponders and Readers. On regional basis, the report provides RFID market overview of North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Middle East. In order to get a clearer picture, major countries in these regions have been analyzed separately.
Our analysts have thoroughly assessed the technology and the development that are taking place in the RFID market across the globe. Various benefits and features of RFID technology have been presented in the report. The report, besides featuring all the market drivers, studies the major roadblocks that can obstruct the growth of the market, so as to help clients evaluate the probable complexities in the market before making any investment decision. The government sector which is crucial for the success of any technology has also been evaluated by our team of analysts.
“Global RFID Market Analysis till 2010” is a comprehensive research report that comprises quality research and in-depth analysis on the RFID industry worldwide. It studies the emerging market trends, recent developments and their impact on the market. The report will help clients to analyze the leading-edge opportunities, prospective customer base, expected future outlook and all the other factors which are critical to the success of a new entrant in the RFID market.
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Emerging Countries Pushing Semiconductor Demand
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Optoelectronics semiconductors have wide applications in various products ranging from jet visors to data and audio communications devices. Most renowned applications include use of optoelectronics in plasma screens, optical storage devices (such as CDs and DVDs), laser printers, scanners and digital cameras. With rapidly surging demand for such products, the sales of optoelectronics semiconductors have escalated significantly over the past few years.
According to our new research report, “Semiconductor Industry Forecast to 2012”, the global market for optoelectronics semiconductors was estimated to reach between US$ 17.5 Billion and US$ 18 Billion in 2008, an increase of around 13%-15% over the previous year. This strong growth in sales of optoelectronics semiconductors is attributed to the growing demand for plasma TVs, CDs and DVDs, and digital cameras in the emerging markets of Asia.
As the demand for optoelectronics semiconductor devices continue to fall in countries like the US, the UK and Japan, manufacturers have started eyeing on the emerging markets such as China and India. These countries represent enormous growth prospects for optoelectronics semiconductor industry with potentially high demand for such products, says a Senior Research Analyst at RNCOS.
In wake of growing demand for optoelectronics semiconductor devices, we projects that the global optoelectronics semiconductors market will grow at a CAGR of 9.6% during 2009-2012. Besides, the report also covers other semiconductor segments such as integrated circuit (IC), sensors and discrete semiconductors which are anticipated to grow at a CAGR of more than 8%, 7% and 5% respectively during the forecast period.
“Semiconductor Industry Forecast to 2012”, provides exhaustive information comprising qualitative research and in-depth analysis on the global semiconductor market. It also gives insight into the current semiconductor market scenario across the world. The report provides clients an overview on the future outlook of semiconductor market at global as well as country level. Various countries covered in the research include: the US, the UK, Germany, France, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, China, India, Singapore and Russia.
The research report also offers thorough information on various potential applications of semiconductors across the world, including computers, mobile phones, WiMAX terminals, GPS chipsets, etc.
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Ebook Topic Ideas!
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Coming up with a topic for your Ebook might seem like a challenge to you. Do not worry; there are more than enough topics for you to write about. You just have to choose a topic you know about. Here are some topic ideas for Ebooks.
Parenting
Anyone with kids has had a question at one time or another. Share your parenting knowledge in an Ebook. Maybe you have a great way to potty train a child, or a sure fire way to get a baby to sleep through the night. These are great topics for an Ebook. Think about how great it would have been to have a place to find answers to the questions you had when your child was a baby. You could write an Ebook about things no one ever told you about being a mom, or dad. Do you run a business from home? This makes a great Ebook topic. Lots of parents are looking for information on working from home. Another great Ebook topic would be how to work at home while caring for your children.
Computer
Why not share your computer knowledge in an Ebook. Some people still do not know how to protect themselves from viruses and spy ware. You can write an Ebook explaining some of the different anti virus software you have used. A book on upgrading the computer is a good topic. Whatever you know how to do on the computer could be turned into an Ebook.
Automotive repair
Lots of people have cars. There are many things dealing with a car that can be done by you, like changing the oil. Still many people would have no idea on how to do this so they pay someone else to. You could write an Ebook about car repairs for women. With all the single women and moms it is a good thing to know basic car repairs like changing a flat tire.
Home schooling
Home schooling is becoming more popular with all of the school tragedies. Maybe you were home schooled, or maybe you are the one home schooling your children. Share the experiences you have had with others looking to home school. Topics could include different curriculums, home school activities, social issues facing children that are home schooled, and so many others.
Dating
Have you been on more dates than you care to count? Do you know the secret to finding a good man, or the tips to avoid a jerk? If so share this information with others in a dating Ebook. Women and men are always looking on tips for finding that someone special, or tips on planning a perfect date. Maybe you have experience with online dating sites. These would all make great topics for Ebooks.
Weddings
There are so many Ebook topics you could write on weddings from where to have them, to the perfect honeymoon spot. Do you know where to find discount wedding gowns, or how to save money on the big day? Share what you know in an Ebook about weddings.
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