Spoluautorské

Spoluautorské is a Czech term used to describe works created by two or more authors who contribute to a single, inseparable creation. It denotes joint authorship and refers to authors who have contributed original, creative elements that together form the whole work, such as a book, song, film, software, or academic paper.

Key characteristics include that the work is a unified entity rather than a collection of independent parts, and each contributor is recognized as a co-author with rights in the work. Moral rights, such as attribution and integrity, typically apply to all co-authors, while economic rights are shared, usually according to an internal agreement or contract. In the absence of an explicit agreement, many systems assume equal or proportional shares.

Rights and obligations of co-authors cover exploitation, licensing, and revenue distribution. Major licenses or transfers of control generally require the consent of all co-authors or a designated representative, as specified in agreements with publishers, producers, or other intermediaries. Internal agreements can also define decision-making processes, profit splits, and handling of contributions.

Disputes over authorship, licensing, or revenue can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or court action, and may affect the ability to exploit the work until a resolution is reached. Jurisdictional nuances vary, but the underlying concept remains: a spoloautorské work is created and owned collectively by its multiple authors, with duties and benefits shared among them.

Common contexts for spoluautorské works include literature, music, film, software, and academic research.