As my colleague alluded to, unless you signed a release, you should have rights as a co-author of the composition(s) and the recording(s) that you...

Hi i spent years making a feature length film and 95% of my closing credits are fake, is this illegal?

Your question is not clear. What do you mean that the credits are "fake"? Are you associating actual people to your project that were not...

I make EDUCATIONAL songs from karaoke tracks of popular songs with own lyrics, and my own vocals... can I sell them?

Education is a category permitted under a "fair use" defense but it is quite complicated and fact specific. I suggest that you consult with an...

. Registerd band name, written matterial, videos and pictures

Consult with an entertainment attorney to learn your options. If you have a claim, a well-written cease-and-desist by an experienced entertainment...

Since it's believed to be in the public domain, is it legal for me to sell my work with the audio in it?

"Public Domain" is a legal term of art. Just because something says that its public domain does not necessarily mean that it is and its unlicensed...

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I want to see a case history regarding some copyright filed by a film production studio. Is it possible to get the case history.

Your question is not clear whether you are seeking information about a federally registered copyright or a lawsuit related to one. Lawsuits are...

Can i get sued if i sing new lyrics over a bands recording and put it up on my website for free download?

The answer is generally yes, you can get sued. You may be able to acquire a license or use a fair use defense but you still may be sued. Consult...

I want set up an Adult website

You are walking into a potential minefield of legal liability. You should definately consult with an entertainment attorney with experience in the...

Acquiring music for a film for profit.

There are website that offer royalty-free music. You can also use anything that is legally defined as being in the "public domain." But don't take...

If I play a live show, (music) how does ASCAP or BIM pay me?

The venue likely has an ASCAP and/or BMI license. They pay the organization and if you are the author of the song and registered with one of these...