Title: Explain legal issues related to graphic communications.
Course: Graphic Communications Systems (11155-36) > Section: Exploring Graphic Communications Technology

Explanation should include

- legal restrictions such as trademark and copyright laws and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance
- fair use of images, copy, music, font, etc.
- subscription services
- attribution
- intellectual property.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can designers protect themselves from legal repercussions when designing and producing finished products?
- How does one locate images and their copyright limitation?
- How does one copyright their own designs?
- What is intellectual property, and why is it important to be recognized?
- How do trademark and copyright laws protect designers and brands?
- What are the benefits of using a subscription service?
- How does ADA affect design? What are some factors that ADA asks designers to consider?