Re: Copyright infringement.

[Sandra Layman <sandralayman...>]

Dear Jill,

I'm posting this to the list, because someone else might find this relevant,
too.

Here in Seattle there is an organization called Washington Lawyers for the
Arts. They offer limited free or very low-cost consultations with attorneys
specializing in copyright for artists and other arts-related matters (such
as immigration law for visiting artists, etc., etc.). If you're lucky, you
may connect with an attorney willing to take something a bit further, if
necessary, pro bono or for a reduced fee. Try finding something like that in
your neck of the woods.

There are good listings at this site:
http://www.starvingartistslaw.com/help/volunteer%20lawyers.htm
California's right at the top of the page.

Good luck!
Sandra

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jill Friemark" <sefirah (at) earthlink(dot)net>
To: "World music from a Jewish slant" <jewish-music (at) shamash(dot)org>
Sent: Saturday, August 30, 2003 2:06 AM
Subject: Copyright infringement.


> I understand this is something of an unpleasant subject, but still an
> important issue as it pertains to us as hardworking musicians, artists
> and creative people.  Naturally, as we put ourselves in a vulnerable
> position by offering up our creative work to the world to enjoy, we
> expose ourselves to being ripped off and exploited, and need good
> defense against it, should it occur.
>
> If anyone on this list could recommend an intellectual property
> attorney or someone who has experience going after those who have
> flagrantly violated copyright laws, I would really appreciate it.  If
> you would, please respond to me privately.
>
> Thanks,
> Jill Friemark
>

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