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I have a youtube video with 3,000,000 views. I have recently become aware that an australian radio station downloaded my video.
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Answered on February 14, 2015
You'll want to visit with an attorney... Some things you'll want to give him/her are the creation date, creation location, and when you uploaded it...
Is NDA void when project involved is not paid?
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Answered on November 17, 2014
Usually contracts are not voided unless they run through a court system. There is maybe a breach by the non paying party, and if there are any...
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Are firearms/handguns deductible for an entertainment company?
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Answered on November 12, 2014
i would check the irs website. You can generally deduct qualified expenses and you'll have to depreciate some higher cost items (e.g. Cars,...
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Can my artist sing the word "sex" in a song according to FCC regulations?
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Answered on November 12, 2014
To simply create the song, you should be fine; however if what you're really asking is whether you need a radio edit, I would create one. Based on...
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Is it necessary to seek out an entertainment lawyer before you record or do split sheets if you are a new singer/songwriter?
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Answered on November 11, 2014
I would...its much easier to have the song split discussion before you start the work as opposed to after. Definitely use an attorney.
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Does an divorce decree mean anything to irs or tax court when filling taxes?
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Answered on November 10, 2014
I'm not sure what you men by both "even and odd years", unless you are saying that you switch each year. The IRS will make its assessments...
Can I sue someone who wrote a rap song about me then published it on Youtube
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Answered on November 10, 2014
Yes, but be calculating on this one as it will be a drawn out process. Definitely get an attorney.
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What is the best approach in presenting my idea to a company? Do i need a lawyer present with me?
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Answered on October 14, 2014
Entertainment lawyers get this one a lot. Take the appropriate steps to document your work before submission. A copyright, trademark, or patent...
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What should I do when a tenant reports that another tenant entertains guests who display firearms on the premises?
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Answered on October 14, 2014
Landlord-Tenant law is the right forum for this. Be sure to verify facts before you make assertions and check with your local law enforcement on...
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If an Iranian sends his songs to an American record producer, can producer make him come to usa?
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Answered on October 14, 2014
Aside from the already-answered immigration issues, you can probably contract for the artist to be present in the US in order to commercialize the...
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