Can I show 5-min clips of various movies in a business seminar I'm hosting under the Fair Use Act?

I agree with my colleague, Fair Use is only a defense to a copyright infringement claim meaning you would have to prove it after being sued.

Band Rights, music related.

The answer to your question tonight is exactly the same as the other night. If you want to be a serious musician then take your craft and your...

What are my rights, music related?

There are actually two (2) copyrights in each song. One in the sound recording a s one in the underlying composition. Absent a written agreement,...

I own a S-corp in Florida with 2 other individuals. We want to sell shares shares to an investor. How can we do this?

As my colleague stated, you need to consult with a Miami attorney to avoid serious potential legal liabilities in your transaction. Ivan J....

What rights or licenses do I need to use music in a parody video?

This doesn't sound like it is a business venture but more of a personal thing. Although what you want to do is technically copyright infringement,...

Looking for sample contracts for negotiations for use of clubs. Want to hold showcases at local clubs and also sample request

You should consult with an entertainment attorney. Working with live performances and nightclubs can often lead to legal disputes in many areas. If...

As my colleague stated, you should consult with an entertainment attorney, preferably one with adult industry experience.

I am a manager to an unsigned rapper I called Colombia records in New York and said I can not submit my songs without a ent lawy

As my colleagues stated, media companies usually only accept unsolicited submissions through a talent agent or an entertainment attorney. Do a...

You raise an interesting question considering the ReDigi case holding last week regarding the "First Sale" doctrine. Although you may get several...

Is it okay to say I own 75% ownership of the reality show we developed if I introduced the talent, business and business name?

This area of law is one of my firms specialties and your issue demonstrates the importance of putting agreements in writing in advance. Most...