Can I protect my copyrights without registering my work with US copyright office?

This raises some really interesting questions. Copyright subsists in an original work of authorship, from the moment of creation, upon its...

Would producers have rightful claim to ownership of my script?

Probably not. In order for them to own your creation, they would need to have at least paid you, and preferably both you and the producers...

You don't "have to" get separate LLC's but its a very good idea. The reason is if you have two LLC's, and something goes wrong with the record...

Film royalties?

Yes, if your contract provides for it. It’s not the credit that gives you the royalties, it’s the amount of the investment. Typically the...

You'd be wise to consult with an entertainment attorney, who is familiar with the CA statute governing talent agents. An CA, in order to...

If you intend to use it for yourself, it’s probably ok.

You absolutely may do so. But doing so, depending on the importance of these scenes to the story, may deter some buyers from purchasing your...

I have a partnership with a friend (we make beats) i have two cousins who are writers they write lyrics.

This raises many issues and is very complicated, although it seems simple. Will you own the master recordings? Will you own the compositions?...

Music licence beat producer question

The agreement, to the extent we see it, is inconsistent. The custom in the music publishing business is that the writers receive 50% of the...

I need a lawyer to negotiate a boxing show I’m producing in Atlantic City, NJ

There are many lawyers listed here on Avvo who may be able to represent you in this effort. It sounds like you're looking for someone to work with...