Practice question
A writer uses a pseudonym that leaves no doubt about her identity. The publisher invokes Section 179 as if anonymous-author representation necessarily applies regardless. Which is best?
- A clear pseudonym always extinguishes the writer's rights.
- A publisher conclusively owns all pseudonymous writings.
- Only government-issued pen names are recognized.
- The author must become the publisher's employee to retain rights.
- The section expressly recognizes an exception where the adopted name leaves no doubt about identity.
Legal references
- RA 8293, Intellectual Property Code, Sections 171-179, 184-185 and 193-197: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1997/ra_8293_1997.html
- RA 10372, Sections 4, 8-12, 16-17, copyright amendments: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2013/ra_10372_2013.html
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