What is the best way to protect myself from copyright infringers on photography?

1) Use invisible, digital watermarks. 2) Affix a conspicuous copyright notice to every image. 3) Register your images with the U.S. Copyright...

What is considered a violation of the TAA (Talent Agencies Act) with talent managers?

It depends on the totality of the facts and circumstances. Not clear what you mean by "submits me"? Any act or statement of procurement or...

The answer to your question is no. You own the physical artworks, not the "reproduction right" under California Civil Code 982, or the copyright...

A standard talent management agreement permits the manager to commisson contracts entered into during the term, even after termination. This should...

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Can à company use a picture for commercial in a newspaper without my consent?

Yes both you and your wife can make a claim under civil code section 3344 which allows statutory damages of $750 for each violation, plus attorneys...

Can I use a famous person's name in a children's historical fiction book without permission if they are deceased?

Unauthorized biographies are protected (permitted) under the First Amendment as long as they are truthful and do not violate privacy rights of...

If the IRS considers your photography a hobby, not a profession, the deduction will be disallowed. Consult a California CPA for guidance on...

No problem at all if the puzzle was lawfully acquired. Under the "First Sale" doctrine of copyright law, the owner of a lawfully obtained copy can...

Do I have the standing to exercise my favored nations clause?

Fair question but not enough detail to say for sure. If there are other services (writing, etc.) this may take it out of the scope of the MFN. But...

What are my rights as a client with a photographer if there is no written contract?

Great question. The photographer owns the copyright, but depending on the reasonable expectations and understanding of the parties, s/he may have...