Probably quickest read is the last link in the paragraph below -  copyright myths

Coyright Links:
   Maybe the best - http://pro.corbis.com/creative/rmc/tvmovie/default.aspx
  others
  Motion Picture Licensing Corporation
  Motion Picture Association of America

 

 

It is important for anyone involved in the creative business arena, including video professionals, to have a working knowledge of copyright law and the "fair use" exemption. For your convenience, here is the "Copyright Basics" circular from the US Copyright office. And here are additional Information Circulars and Factsheets. In addition, here is info about copyright myths. (Please note that the latter link is not an official site of the US Copyright office.) I sincerely hope that you find these links both useful and educational.

Also take a look at THIS LINK - A Brief Intro into Copyright.

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