File:ESPC Letterhead-1-.jpg

A demand letter sent by the Embroidery Software Protection Coalition to an alleged copyright infringer. Scanned by the recipient.

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Use rationale for Embroidery Software Protection Coalition[edit]

I hereby assert that the use of the logo, letterhead, and text (content) depicted herein is fair use under United States copyright law, for the following reasons.

1. The content is displayed only for informational purposes, to illustrate an event referenced within the article. 17 USC §107 (1)
2. The image is of much lower resolution than the original content, and is only a partial reproduction of the content. 17 USC §107 (3)
3. The content is simple correspondence, and its copyrights are of dubious marketability. 17 USC §107 (2), (4)

I hereby assert that the use of the logo and letterhead depicted herein is non-infringing under United States trademark law, for the following reason.

1. The use of the content in the article is strictly non-commercial; it is not in connection with any sale, offering for sale, distribution, or advertising of any good or service. 15 USC §1114 (1)

Matt Fitzpatrick 06:58, 16 November 2006 (UTC)