Yes. And the single registration can cover both the copyright in the composition and the copyright in the sound recording. Good luck!

Can my commercial agent take a percentage of the money I make from other entertainment ventures?

Yes you can. Be sure the definition of what income is commissioned is set forth on your contract

Sounds like a shakedown, not a lawsuit. If you have not been served with a summons and complaint, you have not been sued. And the chances of being...

Not sure that the prior answers addressed your question. 1) Absolutely yes, you can send a draft complaint and demand to C&D to anyone, anywhere....

Hard to tell from your description exactly what is happening. If others lawfully purchased a copy, under the so-called First Sale Doctrine, they...

Can I buy a plain shirt put a design on it and resell it?

Are you kidding? We still have a First Amendment and the right of creative people like you to express themselves on T-shirts is one of the only...

What's the best way to get representation in the film industry?

There's a great need for talent and content in the industry. Technology has removed many barriers to entry. If you own a cell phone you can shoot a...

Unfortunately, California State courts (including small claims courts) do not have jurisdiction over copyright infringement matters. If you have a...

Copyright infringement claim from Getty Images

Possibly the best approach would be to show the nice folks at Getty (Jon Ames, Esq. is the General Counsel) the source of the image. If you can and...

Do publishing houses or music publishing companies ask to see an author's ID prior to offering a contractual deal?

YES! Large companies are under great scrutiny to ascertain and verify the identity, (including possibly immigration status) of independent...