I can fully understand the situation. I was under the impression it was made by a firm you hired at one time. If that was the case, anything they did for you, you likely would "own". Such as reports, safety manuals, or procedure manuals, etc.
No, Phil's stuff <B>IS</B> copyrighted, and I think we have the same opinion of his snow experience. Landscaping is another story, he seems to really know his stuff. He has helped MANY here at lawnsite, for which I commend him.
Just curious, is that chart from his book on Snow plowing? If it is, can you tell me how many pages the book is? I asked him myself before, and he didn't reply. Others replied that the number of pages doesn't matter, just what is in the book. In fact, I had asked why most of the books he sells on the web, don't list the # of pages. It's very common for book titles in general to include the # of pages at the end of the description. My point was that I'd like to know just how much potential information I might be buying. As in a 300 page book, vs. a 100 page book. Granted the 300 page book might have less pertinent info than the 100 page book, but I personally would expect more information in a 300 page book. Again, just my opinion. I don't mean to "bash" Phil in any way. He has helped so many in the industry, and I can appreciate that.
~Chuck