Copyright Act of 1976: Primary federal law governing copyright protection in the US (17 U.S.C. ���� 101-810), establishing basic rights of copyright holders and duration of protection
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law addressing copyright issues in digital media and online content, including anti-circumvention provisions and safe harbor rules
Federal Copyright Protection Terms: Provisions defining the duration of copyright protection (generally life of author plus 70 years, or 95 years for works for hire)
Fair Use Doctrine: Legal doctrine (17 U.S.C. �� 107) allowing limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research
Work-for-hire Doctrine: Legal concept determining ownership of copyrighted works created by employees or contractors, affecting initial ownership rights
First Sale Doctrine: Legal principle allowing the owner of a particular copy of a copyrighted work to sell or dispose of that copy without permission
State Contract Laws: Various state-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation that may affect the agreement
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including provisions that may affect licensing agreements
Scope of Licensed Rights: Specific rights being granted under the agreement, including any restrictions or limitations on use
Duration and Territory: Time period and geographic boundaries within which the licensed rights may be exercised
Attribution Requirements: Specifications for how the copyright holder must be credited in any licensed uses
Royalty Terms: Payment structures and schedules for the licensed use of copyrighted material, if applicable
Transferability Restrictions: Limitations on the licensee's ability to transfer or sublicense the rights granted under the agreement
Termination Conditions: Circumstances and procedures under which the agreement may be terminated by either party
Warranties and Representations: Legal guarantees and statements made by parties regarding ownership, rights, and obligations under the agreement
Dispute Resolution: Procedures and venues for resolving any conflicts that arise under the agreement, including choice of law and jurisdiction
