Many people assume that they are free to use copyright protected materials as long as they provide the proper attribution for the source of the materials. Unfortunately, attribution is not a substitute for securing permission.

For business purposes, you must obtain permission from the material’s copyright holders or their agents first before you can lawfully:

• Reproduce materials
• Distribute copies of material
• Prepare derivative materials based upon the work
• Display or perform the work publicly

Otherwise, it is infringement, and you may face legal penalties.