It is important to know that there are Federal laws and areas of law (copyright and trademark, for instance), and state and local laws (e.g.,...

How can recording artist contract packages be checked for legitimacy to buy and use with no Better Business Bureau info?

I can appreciate your decision to do due diligence. However, the BBB is not the way to go. Anyone who is serious about starting a creative business...

If I use other brands commercials and repurpose them in a parody video - posting on social media, is that legal?

One of the issues that has led to lawsuits relating to parody is whether the brand (or other intellectual property [ IP]) is being parodied, or...

Do I have a case to sue?

Rights of publicity and privacy cases often hinge on whether there was commercial use (trade purposes) of an image, likeness, name, or even voice....

Ive been ask to play a few scences in a web series, friend of mines, im not a main character but how do i get paid for my role

You absolutely should ask for a contract--creative people are often afraid of contracts, but they are the ultimate form of respect, and establish...

I'm curious to know if it's possible to reserve a name for a blog? Like maybe just obtain a DBA for a name?

Domain registration for a blog can cost as little as under $10; case law has been usually favorable towards the one who has registered the domain...

I am a little skeptical about attorneys who want to review script material for its quality. You hire a lawyer for legal competence, not his or her...

Lawsuit over personal injury caused by website

These are the types of potential lawsuits that give lawyers a bad name. The fact is, you can be sued over this--you can be sued over anything. If...

What is the best way to incorporate a new business as partners?

There are many things to consider besides simply the split in income between the two of you. An LLC can function for tax purposes as either a...

Practically speaking, the split becomes based on how much negotiating leverage each of you has. How important is your involvement to this artist? ...