author's rights
[/ˈɔːθərz raɪts/]
noun
direitos autorais
1. Legal rights granted to the creator of an original work, including the right to reproduce, distribute, perform, and display the work
The author's rights protect her novel from unauthorized copying and distribution.
Os direitos autorais protegem seu romance contra cópia e distribuição não autorizada.
2. Exclusive legal ownership of intellectual property created by an author or artist
The publisher must respect the author's rights when printing the book.
A editora deve respeitar os direitos autorais ao imprimir o livro.
3. Protection and compensation due to creators for their original creative works
Author's rights ensure creators are compensated for their intellectual labor.
Os direitos autorais garantem que os criadores sejam compensados por seu trabalho intelectual.
In Brazil, 'direitos autorais' are legally protected under Lei 9.610/1998 (Copyright Law). The concept is deeply embedded in publishing, music, and film industries. In Portugal, 'direitos de autor' is the official legal term used by IGAC (Instituto da Gestão Autoral). The term reflects cultural value placed on intellectual property protection and creator compensation across Portuguese-speaking countries.
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