Entertainment Law

Music artists are understandably thrilled when they receive their first record deal offer. Finally, their devotion and hard work have started to yield results. They have a chance to reach even more music lovers and expand their popularity. The offer to sign a record...

You’ve put years of effort into fine-tuning your skills and pursuing your dream of being a musical artist. This dream has come to fruition and your songs have become very popular. Sadly, many artists have not received due credit or payment for their work. You don’t...

The acronym “DMCA” stands for Digital Millenial Copyright Act. Sometimes referred to as a DMCA takedown or notice, the purpose of the DMCA is to protect copyrighted material that may be infringed on the internet.  Some of the types of copyrighted materials covered by...

The entertainment industry offers high-profile success to those who want to perform. Musicians and actors can make as much money as celebrities with endorsement deals as they make singing or putting on live performances.  There are other support professionals who help...

It's no secret that having a good agent is vital in the entertainment industry. A good agent can open doors for you and help you get jobs that you might not have been able to get on your own. But what makes a good talent agent? What should you be looking for when...

Back in 1978, Apple Corps, the company founded by the Beatles, sued the company then known as Apple Computer for infringing on its trademark. It wasn’t until nearly 30 years later that it reached a settlement in which the company known by then as Apple (and often just...

As a professional in the entertainment industry, your reputation is everything. You won't be able to book shows or work with clients if people don't trust you and respect your brand. You should have total control over how people and businesses use your original works,...

Being chosen to work on a paid gig as a dancer is a huge step in a person’s career. The majority of gigs will require the dancer to sign a contract. This document should protect the dancer and the business hiring them.  While you might be super excited to work on the...

Recording artists often talk about who owns their masters. These are the master recordings of the songs that they've created. They're made during the process of recording the album. People may assume that the artist would simply retain these rights, but this is not...

Entertainment contracts are often very lengthy. They can be difficult to read through, but it’s important that anyone who’s going to perform at a venue has a valid contract to protect them.  While you probably know to review things like the payment terms and...