We are a not-for-profit that sublets our office to other groups. A tenant is unresponsive and has not paid rent for 4 months.

It may be that the attorney has abandoned the space, obviating the requirement to bring a formal legal proceeding against him. Check with an...

Can I sell work created by a band after one member quits?

I agree with what the other attorneys have said. Here is my short answer: You need an attorney to draft an agreement between you and the departing...

My name is being exploited (without permission) on a music album that is for sale on several internet sites. Can I sue?

My short answer is that it seems you may have a breach of contract claim if the written correspondence with the singer clearly shows that as a...

I have negatives of Marilyn Monroe, never released. What are my legal option for financial gain.

Assuming you are the legal owner of the photo, you must still be concerned about whether any use of the photo would violate the "rights of...

How can I sue for slander/ defamation of character?

This is libel per se and probably does not require damages for you to recover on a claim. In addition to making sure that the defendant has assets...

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From your question, it seems as though the photograph of the "model" would be for commercial purposes, for instance advertising a clothing line. ...

Lawyers, including entertainment lawyers, can customarily charge anywhere from $150/hour to $600/hour. To review a 15-page agreement and write...

I agree with the other attorneys. In general, it may not be worth it to form a loan-out corporation or LLC until you are earning sufficient...

Posting of Sex Tape

I agree with the posts by the other attorneys. I believe you should hire the meanest litigator in your town to threaten him with a major...

Is it legal to create your own lyrics to another artist beat and perform it?

Interesting question. If the venue where you are playing the beats has a public performance license (ASCAP/BMI), that would seem to cover the...