The Library's Legal Answer BookAmerican Library Association, 2003 M01 23 - 361 pages Libraries are in the thick of legal issues as new technologies add layers of complexity to everyday work in the library. How do you know what's legal? What can you do to identify and address issues before they turn into bona fide legal matters? Where do you turn for help? With coverage of all the issues of the day—filters, fair use, copyright, Web publishing and Internet use, software sharing, ADA compliance, free speech, privacy, access, and employment and liability issues—you will have a "librarian's J.D." in short order! Detailed and ready-to-apply answers to more than 600 legal questions will make this trouble-shooting guide your favorite quick-reference. |
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... question is whether the viewing is a public performance ( calling one of the exclusive rights of a copyright owner into play ) for which a performance right is needed . The law states that a public display or performance is one that is ...
... question is whether the viewing is a public performance ( calling one of the exclusive rights of a copyright owner into play ) for which a performance right is needed . The law states that a public display or performance is one that is ...
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... question : " Does the state make the records of library patrons confidential by law ? ” 14 Q7 When , if ever , should I give out records of patron Internet use ? This is a complicated question . Unlike automated circulation systems ...
... question : " Does the state make the records of library patrons confidential by law ? ” 14 Q7 When , if ever , should I give out records of patron Internet use ? This is a complicated question . Unlike automated circulation systems ...
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... question in the inquiry is whether or not a librarian fails to meet the duty ( of providing correct information ) by presenting a patron with information that has errors . Whatever is rea- sonable , a failure to perform or meet the ...
... question in the inquiry is whether or not a librarian fails to meet the duty ( of providing correct information ) by presenting a patron with information that has errors . Whatever is rea- sonable , a failure to perform or meet the ...
Contents
Libraries and Copyright | 13 |
Designing the Library Web Page | 85 |
Filters and Other Restrictions on Internet Access | 124 |
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