Re: Aphorisms and Copyright

Robert Cumbow <cumbr[_at_]perkinscoie.com> wrote: <Discussing instances of rejected copyright registrations>
>
> The rejected applicant's recourse is to write a letter of appeal.
> There is no formal review process, and there is no set form required
> for the appeal. A simple letter setting forth reasons why copyright
> registration should be granted is sufficient. Sometimes a well-pleaded
> letter is successful.

But why appeal? Don't you get the same benefits by filing and being rejected as you would get if you filed and the registration was accepted (at least for statutory damages and attys fees)?

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