Time Period for Copyright Protection

The video tutorial explains the complexities of copyright laws, focusing on different rules based on the creation date of works. For works created after January 1, 1978, copyright lasts 70 years after the death of the longest-living author, or for works made for hire, 95 years from publication or 120 years from creation, whichever is shorter. For works before 1978, the rules are more complex, involving a mix of protection periods. The 1909 Act allowed for 28 years of protection, with a possible renewal for another 28 years, totaling 56 years. These rules still affect some works today.

What are the implications of the 1978 law on works that were created but not copyrighted?

Explain the protection duration for works under the 1909 Act.