Do I need a model release in NYS to publish my photos?

You are requesting a legal response to a question that is fact-dependent and outside of the scope of this forum. However from the few facts you...

I am a movie producer. Can an actor read a copyrighted text on film, without permission from the publisher?

The answer is "it depends." As a motion picture producer you can appreciate the importance of retaining competent entertainment/production counsel....

Hi I have noticed models/actors etc use stage names?

Trademarking your stage name is one of the most important moves an entertainer or celebrity can take to protect their brand. In today's sea of...

What exactly is "Fair Use?" Does it mean you can copy an entire work and call it "fair?"

If you find it complicated its because it is. Fair Use is not a right, only a legal defense if you get sued. This is a pretty good video to watch:...

I have done a video chat with my boy friend and got naked on cam. now he said that he has uploaded my video on you tube..

Consult with an attorney for the best advice under your specific circumstances.

I am a new artist looking for an agent. What's the best way to find one?

The industry has consolidated considerably over the last several years for agents. An agent is someone who books you or "procures" work for you and...

It actually "depends." Even if you can, there is no guarantee that the original author would not file suit. You will get all types of responses in...

This is really more of an accounting question than a legal one. I always advise my clients to set up loan-out companies if that is their business....

I created an artwork for a hotel project and my last employer. I want to sell prints of this piece. Am I allowed to do so?

As my colleague has pointed out, the key is whether this work was done within the scope of your employment, as a work-for-hire with a written...

I suggest that you consult with an entertainment attorney prior to commercially exploiting the use of lyrics.