Press Release - Does that mean no copyright?

Probably a stupid question but if someone posts an announcement on a website and calls it a Press Release does that mean anyone can republish it worry-free of copyright infringement, as long as it's published as is with full credit to the creator?

I'm no expert but if it is designated for public consumption, I can't see why not. If it is a release from a government source, have your antacid handy.

I would think so, since the purpose of a press release is to give publicity to whatever it is that's being released.

Anything you post on the web is considered published. That is why publishing companies will not touch a manuscript if the writer has posted it in public domain.

As to whether reprinting it is sort of copyright infringement is another matter all together.`

Lacking a disclaimer or claim of copyright I'm not sure whether reposting would lead to copyright infringement, but if you were to publish it elsewhere without permission and reap some sort of monetary benefit you might have a trouble on your hands.