I would like to perform my own (Clean) version of Christina Aguilera's "Candyman". Where should I start? (Other than asking her)

The steps generally are as follows: 1. Find out through the ASCAP and BMI online databases who the publisher is. 2. Contact the publisher....

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Are there any entertainment attorneys in Atlanta?

There are a number of very excellent entertainment attorneys in Atlanta. For some suggestions about how to best hire an entertainment attorney,...

I agree generally with the approach suggested by the other attorneys, so I won't duplicate that info here. But I would add two things: 1. The...

You are wise to want to have it looked over. It will likely save you a lot of grief in the long run. Here is a link to an article I wrote...

I have music contract from independent label it doesn't seem right. I have not signed it

You are wise to want to have it looked over. It will likely save you a lot of grief in the long run. Here is a link to an article I wrote...

I am interested in writing a movie spec script based on a case in the news. Do I need to clear rights with the people involved?

You would want to consider entering into a life story rights agreement with them or at the absolute bare minimum having them sign a proper and...

With all due respect, you should have a contract with the band, spelling out your respective rights and have it prepared by an attorney with...

Who owns a television program?

I've done legal work on a number of shows, and with the exception of some syndication situations, the network generally will own the show under the...

Can I obtain a copyright for music that my dad wrote.?

As Mr. Burdick points out, further information would be required in order for any attorney to give you correct information. For one thing, it would...

I didn't legally register my biz name, but have been using it since 2005. Can I protect it?

The answer to your questions will depend on various things, such as whether you had a right to use the name as a trademark at the time you started...