QUESTION
Can an author sue for copyright infringement committed committed in 1976?
Asked on Jun 16th, 2017 on Intellectual Property - California
More details to this question:
A film was produced seemingly based on a copyrighted story without even acknowledgement much less permission.
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Yes, if you have been diligent and did not discover the infringment until now, then under the California Discovery rule, you CAN file now. More information is required to determine if you meet that criteria. Your best bet would be to consult with an intellectual property attorney.
Answered on Jul 14th, 2017 at 11:39 AM