I have an idea that involves U.S. coins. The coins would be drawn and a caption of an idea would follow. Can I patent this?

I agree with my colleagues. I think you would find it helpful to meet with a patent attorney and discuss the details of the matter. Best of luck...

What happens if a producer buys the rights to make a movie based on my book, then can't get the movie made for some reason?

You want to have a reversionary interest in the rights in the event the film isn't produced. I like to have milestones in this type of agreement so...

Does the law allow a sale of a branded toy if purchased from a licensed manufacturer? Intellectual Property question,

I agree with my colleague. You can only acquire the rights the seller has, if any.

A talent mgr wants me to sign a 36 mo contract? Is this typical in Los Angeles? What if he or I terminate before the term?

Management contracts tend to be for one year, but three years is not out of the question. It appears the agreement provides that in the event of...

What exactly does a 'release of waiver' form mean when submitting an unsolicited screenplay?

When you say "release of waiver" I assume you mean release of liability. You definitely want to have this reviewed by an entertainment attorney as...

Can a freelance web designer legally refuse to release passwords to the site to the owner of the business after he's been fired?

I agree wit my colleagues. It is a contractual matter. You state payment has been made per the initial agreement, which implies another agreement...

Can right to a speedy trial be used as a defense against speeding ticket ?

Take a look at Barker v. Wingo, 407 U.S. 514 (1972) regarding the right to a speedy trial. You should check with a local attorney regarding the...

I agree with my colleagues - you are heading down the wrong path. LLC's can limit your liability, but are not designed to eliminate it. I would...

Is the beat maker entiltled to publishing shares???

When you "bought a beat" I assume you mean the producer granted you a (presumably) non-exclusive license to use the recording of the beat. As this...

Is the beat maker entitled to fifty percent of the publisher shares

Music is lyrics and melody, so beats are arguably outside of this. Think of the Happy Birthday song- put any beat you want behind it but it's still...