Employee Rights to Materials Copyrighted by the Employer Clause Samples
This clause defines the rights that employees have regarding materials that are copyrighted by their employer. Typically, it clarifies whether employees retain any ownership or usage rights to works they create as part of their job, or if all such rights are assigned to the employer. For example, it may specify if employees can use these materials in their portfolios or for future employment. The core function of this clause is to establish clear boundaries over intellectual property ownership, preventing disputes over the use and control of copyrighted works produced during employment.
Employee Rights to Materials Copyrighted by the Employer. Where the institution holds the copyright pursuant to Article 5.1.2, the employee(s) shall have the right to use in perpetuity, free of charge, such copyrighted material. The employee may amend and update the copyrighted material with the approval of the institution holding the copyright to the material. Such approval will not be unreasonably withheld.
Employee Rights to Materials Copyrighted by the Employer. Where the institution holds the copyright pursuant to Article 14.
Employee Rights to Materials Copyrighted by the Employer. Where the University holds the copyright pursuant to Article the shall have the right to use in perpetuity, free of charge, such copyrighted material. The employee may amend and update the copyrighted material with the approval of the University. Such approval will not be unreasonably withheld. Where either the University or employee recognizes commercial potential for work which is University copyrighted, this interest must be declared and a joint business plan developed in consultation with the employee, the relevant department Chair and ▇▇▇▇. Both the University and the employee agree to share profits equally after respective costs have been reimbursed.