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These documents address the ownership and protection of creative works, including music, photography, and digital images. You will find specific templates such as a Non-exclusive music license agreement or a Model release form for photographic use of a minor's likeness. This category focuses on copyrightable materials and transfers but does not cover the registration of trademarks or patents.
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15. Content Removal Policies - Guide to Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice
This guide provides comprehensive instructions for submitting a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notice to GitHub. It outlines the specific information required, emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and investigation, and highlights considerations unique to software code. The document also advises users to consult with a legal professional before taking action.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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7.5. Content Removal Policies - Guide to Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice
This document is a comprehensive guide for submitting a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notice, particularly tailored for platforms hosting software code. It outlines the necessary information and steps required to process a DMCA request, emphasizing the importance of specificity, investigation, and understanding legal implications like perjury and fair use. The guide also differentiates code from other creative content and advises on proper submission methods.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Author Contract
This Author Contract outlines the agreement between an author and a publisher for the publication of a literary work. It details the author's warranties regarding originality and ownership, the publisher's rights to publish and promote the work, and the terms for manuscript submission, acceptance, and royalty payments. The contract also covers copyright protection and indemnification clauses.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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15. Content Removal Policies - Guide to Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice
This document provides a comprehensive guide from GitHub on how to submit a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notice. It outlines the specific information required, legal considerations, and best practices for filing a copyright infringement complaint, particularly for software code. Users are advised to conduct thorough investigations and consult legal professionals before taking action.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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14. Content Removal Policies - Guide to Submitting a DMCA Counter Notice
This document serves as a comprehensive guide for users on GitHub who wish to submit a DMCA counter notice. It outlines the necessary information, legal implications such as perjury, and advises consulting a legal professional before taking action. The guide clarifies the process for contesting a DMCA takedown request and the potential consequences.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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Copyright Cease and Desist Letter - Free Legal Template
This template is a Cease and Desist letter for copyright infringement. It informs an individual or entity that they are using copyrighted material without permission and demands the immediate removal of the infringing content. The letter warns of potential legal action and statutory damages if the infringement is not halted by a specified deadline.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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10. Content Removal Policies - Submitting content removal requests
This document serves as a comprehensive guide for users on how to submit content removal requests on GitHub. It outlines the distinct policies for addressing copyrighted material under the DMCA, trademark infringements, and the unauthorized publication of private information. Users are advised to review the relevant policies and their specific reporting requirements before submitting a request.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Release Form - free legal template
This Model Release Form grants a photographer the irrevocable right to use, reproduce, and publish photographs of a model for various lawful purposes, including commercial and artistic use. The model waives claims related to privacy, publicity, or defamation and confirms they are at least 18 years old. It includes options for compensation or no compensation.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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Adam Frankel
General Counsel · Technology & AI
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