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A quick definition of Published work:

The term "published work" refers to a piece of writing or art that has been shared with the public by being sold, rented, or shown in some way. This means that people can buy or see copies of it. Published works are protected by copyright law, which means that the person who created it has the right to control how it is used and copied. The rules for how long a published work is protected depend on when it was created, but it can be up to 95 years. Works created before 1978 can only be protected if they have been published.

A more thorough explanation:

The term "published work" is used in copyright law to refer to works that have been made available to the public through sale, transfer of ownership, rental, lease, or lodging. This means that copies or recordings of the work have been distributed to the public.

Under Title 17 of U.S. Code §101, both published and unpublished works created on or after January 1, 1978 are copyright-protectable. However, the rules for copyright protection differ for published and unpublished works.

For example, if a work is published anonymously, under a pseudonym, or as a work made for hire, it is protected for 95 years from the year of its first publication or for 120 years from the year of its creation, whichever is shorter. On the other hand, if a work is unpublished, it is protected for 120 years from the year of its creation.

For works created before 1978, only published works can be copyright-protected.

Examples of published works include:

  • A book that is available for purchase in a bookstore or online
  • A song that is available for streaming on a music platform
  • A movie that is available for rental or purchase on a streaming service

These examples illustrate the definition of published work because they are all works that have been made available to the public through sale, rental, or streaming. They are all copyright-protectable under U.S. law.

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ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
12:50
@MisterSaint: WashU called me with my A six days post-interview (interviewed last Tues). I think timelines are a bit extended rn since it's crunch time in admissions offices
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Mostlylegal
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ovi
13:09
Will law schools accept applicants with 3.4-3.6 gaps ima. freshman in college and I want to know what to prioritize in college
13:10
is it more LSAT or grades, I haven't gotten a c but will one C ruin my chances of going?
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Trying to get in UC Law School after undergrad
@UnevenInstinctiveSeal: Don't give up yet, they are still doing interviews (I have mine tomorrow)
Thanks! But considering my interview was over 3 months ago and I applied 5 months ago, it's hard to be hopeful. I'm expecting a WL/R I just don't know why I keep missing those waves.
[] c0bra1
13:21
@Bobcat4life: i have a gpa in that range with 1 C because of certain circumstances but i would recommend getting it up as much as possible
[] c0bra1
13:21
i had a lot of medical issues one year and explained that
13:25
How lenient would Law Schools be with medical issues like ADHD?
eggan
13:26
cornell WL -> R :(
13:26
I performed mediocre first semester im looking at 3 As and maybe a b and a B+ this semester
13:27
Do your minors reflect well on Law School applications anyone?
13:27
and certificates?
little to no effect
13:29
Hey bobcat, take a deep breath. There isn't any reason to stress yourself out if you have three more years of school left. Try your best to get good grades, study hard for the LSAT and that is 90% of the game. during your next few years get close with a couple professors who can write you a LOR and if possible, do some sort of publishing whether that be a senior thesis or for some research. But there is no reason to stress so much right now.
[] c0bra1
13:32
trying to do your best or even a little less than your best is the way to go. sometimes you will work really hard and exhaust yourself trying to get a good result. 3 years is a long while!
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poor bobcat
13:36
fr fr, I am worried they might have a heart attack over their keyboard
Mostlylegal
13:40
Prioritize your gpa.
but also, dont forget to have fun
[] c0bra1
13:56
or do something youre interested in lol
MrThickRopes
14:03
WAVES TD?
Mostlylegal
14:08
SO MANY WAVES TODAY
Mostlylegal
14:08
jk prob tmrew
when UT Knoxville says app reviewed- pending decision after being under review, is the decision coming like soon or could be another week? any insight ?
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