Really interesting to learn about things you can’t copyright. It’s good to know how to copyright creative works that aren’t in the written form. I also find it interesting how you can only copyright titles, names, short phrases or slogans on a tangible item. When I think about it, it makes sense. It’s pretty easy to find the same word combination in several industries businesses etc. I thought it was ridiculous when Spike Lee wanted to sue Spike TV for using the name Spike. He would have to sue the company that makes sue Spike seasonings and a host of other companies.
I really appreciate Mr. Bustillos sharing that “Copyright is not about usage, it’s about permission”. The aforementioned shares that copyright is clearly about ensuring that you have consent to use a work.
Good overview. But, remember, when it comes to slogans, titles and names, it's not copyright (because you can't copyright slogans, titles or names), but it's trademark law, which is different from copyright.
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