Without being sued, how far can one skew someones reality TV image?

This is a question that arises time and time again with reality show participants. Assuming that the participant has signed an agreement to...

Fair Use and Re-Edited Films: Film students to produce re-edited versions of copyrighted films w/ new Commentary Tracks.

First of all, bravo for doing some homework. However, as my colleague has pointed out, this is a direct request for legal advice. The issue of...

How do I get how much does it cost etc to have my original music jointly license or copyrighted with another person for a video

The process of registering the copyright is fairly straightforward--assuming based on the limited information that you've supplied that the work is...

My Daughter and her family have been asked to be part of a "Reality TV Show. What type of legal representation should she hire?

As has been previously stated by my colleagues, an attorney with significant entertainment law experience will be able to provide you with advice...

What is the best type of contract to sell an Exclusive Recording Agreement to the artist from the recording company?

These situations seem to occur all too often in the music business. Because there is a pre-existing contract between the artist and the producer...

This is a difficult question to answer with the limited information that you have given. I would suggest that you contact a skilled entertainment...

Can someone who works in entertainment industry change their age on birth certificate to be 5 - 10 years younger or so

Absent extraordinary circumstances (specifically a provable error in the date listed on the birth certificate), the date of birth can not be...

With an ADMIN music publishing deal, am I still able to keep working with my networks that assist me in attaining placements?

The short answer is: maybe "yes" and maybe "no." The specific terms of your Admin. agreement are what is important here. There very well may be a...

What is the best way to trademark my musical's name.

In working with a new musical, there are many intellectual property issues that must be examined (including the potential need for trademark...

Model release.

The right of publicity and its regulation will be subject to the laws of your jurisdiction. You should consult an attorney.