Do I need a lawyer to write up a contract to a writer for obtaining my personal life story for a book?

YES!! Without question. The other issues should be discussed with whomever you engage.

What kind of interactive streaming license(s) does my radio station need to post radio shows to Soundcloud.com?

What a great question. You've walked right into the thicket of territorial restrictions, performing rights, SoundExchange, fair use, and more. If...

Hi, I have two questions in regards to a management contract.

Yes and yes. But it's all subject to negotiation as my colleagues already said.

What are legal considerations in publishing book based on a true story?

You need to do a complete analysis. I am not certain how many books some of the lawyers who answered this have been involved with. While it is...

Am I entitled to be compensated for shows booked by my band's manager while I was still under contract with him?

This is somewhat complex. Ms. Koslyn correctly raises the question of whether the band or you have any right to force disgorgement of prior...

It is the nursing home's obligation to secure a license authorizing the public performance of music on its premises. If the works you play are...

Do I need an Entertainment Law attorney?

If it was part of your employment to do this, it probably would not warrant payment as others have commented, but for other reasons.

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We live in a wonderful country. Anyone, can sue anyone else, any where and at any time, regardless of the law. They may not win. But they can sue....

I have a record label. I want to sign artist in other states. How do I make sure the contracts work in other states?

Wow. The contract will "work" in all states. The parties don't have to be in the same place when signing the agreement. But these questions are...

Are there lawyers in the Bay Area that specialize in representing indie filmmakers to negotiate with potential talent reps?

Hire a casting director. That's her job.