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Caledonia Yawl plans seven strake version
Even if you could, it would be illegal to build his design without his permission unless he has specifically sold the intellectual
rights to the vendor. Steve "Borisd" wrote in message ... Hi Is there an easy way to purchase Caledonia Yawl plans seven strake version online or do I have to contact Ian Oughtred by phone or slow mail. Thanks Boris Dobrowolsky |
Caledonia Yawl plans seven strake version
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Caledonia Yawl plans seven strake version
Hull plans are automatically protected under the existing intellectual rights laws, just like any other intellectual rights. That
does not mean these rules are not often violated and persecutions do not follow, as that choice is up to the owner. I assure you, if you built one of my designs without permission, I would prosecute. These rules are just like software. If the author places the software into the public domain explicitly stating it is free to use, no problem. It is the same for hull designs. Ironically, people insist on doing this and it is not only illegal, it is financially foolish. If a builder is prepared to invest in the construction of a design, paying a nominal design fee authorizes the builder to consult the designer for advice and interpretation of specs, which is very cheap project insurance. Steve "I am Tosk" wrote in message ... In article , says... Even if you could, it would be illegal to build his design without his permission unless he has specifically sold the intellectual rights to the vendor. Steve You can't trademark or otherwise protect a boat hull plan... Scotty from SmallBoats.com "Borisd" wrote in message ... Hi Is there an easy way to purchase Caledonia Yawl plans seven strake version online or do I have to contact Ian Oughtred by phone or slow mail. Thanks Boris Dobrowolsky -- Can I haz Cheezeburger? |
Caledonia Yawl plans seven strake version
In article ,
says... Hull plans are automatically protected under the existing intellectual rights laws, just like any other intellectual rights. That does not mean these rules are not often violated and persecutions do not follow, as that choice is up to the owner. I assure you, if you built one of my designs without permission, I would prosecute. These rules are just like software. If the author places the software into the public domain explicitly stating it is free to use, no problem. It is the same for hull designs. Ironically, people insist on doing this and it is not only illegal, it is financially foolish. If a builder is prepared to invest in the construction of a design, paying a nominal design fee authorizes the builder to consult the designer for advice and interpretation of specs, which is very cheap project insurance. Steve Have you ever successfully prosecuted someone for using one of your plans "illegally"? Have you ever seen anybody successfully prosecute someone for that? Scotty -- For a great time, go here first... http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v |
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