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As a photographer, your works are protected by Copyright and Related Rights Act (ZAPSP). If you discover that your photograph has been used without permission, you have several options for action:
Contact the offender: The first step is to contact the person or organization that has used your work without permission. You can demand that the unauthorized use be stopped immediately and ask for compensation.
Submit a takedown notification: If your photo is posted online, you can submit a takedown notice to the administrator of the website where your work is posted. This process can also be facilitated by submitting a copyright infringement notice requesting the immediate removal of the content.
File a claim: If the infringer refuses to remove the photo or does not agree to your terms, you can file a lawsuit in court for copyright infringement. The lawsuit can include a request for compensation for damages, as well as a request to stop using the photo.
Consult a lawyer: If you believe that your rights have been violated and your photograph has been used without permission, we recommend that you consult with lawyers specializing in copyright law, such as the IPfabrika teamWe can guide you to the best steps to protect your rights and assist you in seeking compensation.
It is important to know that as the author of the photograph, you own the exclusive rights to it and have the legal right to control how it is used. The legal framework in Bulgaria is designed to protect you and ensure that your work is properly rewarded.
Copyright protection begins automatically from the moment the work is created and its objectification in material form and does not require any subsequent formalities regarding its registration. Copyright has a term of protection that covers the life of the author + 70 years after his death, which also applies to photographs.
You can learn more about copyright protection and the services we offer. from here.
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