Getting the Rights to a Song After You've Already Used It Without Permission

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Do I need a entertainment lawyer? my uncommon first name was used in a movie as a ships name.

No. It does not sound like you have a case.

NFL players' name, image and likeness are exclusively licensed through NFL Players, Inc., the licensing arm of the NFL Players Associations.

What can I do if a music band releases music I participated in without a signed contract?

There is not enough information given in your facts to give you an educated response. Whatever written agreement you may have signed will be key....

I am suing Disney for a copyright case by myself . How best do I get a supervising lawyer to supervise document by document.

Unfortunately no attorney would ever allow you to hire them to "supervise" your litigation documents. There is no such a thing. You either hire and...

Can a contract make my music transcriptions legal?

Transcribing someone else's registered copyright is an infringement per second and if you charge for it you eliminate any defenses that you might...

The graphic image printed on the t-shirt may likely have a federally registered copyright. Secondly, the bands name may additionally have a federal...

This is a publicity rights issue and whether you granted granted your publicity rights to your employer in any type of employment or other...

Can I sue an ex wife who is selling e books online listing my name as one of the authors.

You need to consult with counsel. An experienced entertainment attorney can assist and advise you in this matter. Do a search on avvo,com.

When should I expect to get the fee when my song was used for a TV show?

Just because you signed the quote does not oblige them to use the song. Are you sure that your song was used and aired?