Recently, a friend of mine sent me an article about a previously undiscovered film archive which had been sealed off when its owner went out of business. The article described in detail how the windowless, climate-controlled environment had preserved reels of delicate nitrate film, fabrics, painted sets and equipment. Supposedly, film historians and archivists were […]

Live Nation Entertainment is currently facing severe legal, regulatory, and publicrelations crises stemming from several Antitrust lawsuits based on its massive controlover the live music ecosystem. Live Nation has been held liable under various Antitrustlaws, which are statutes and regulations designed to promote free and fair marketcompetition. They prohibit anti-competitive business practices—such as price-fixing,monopolies, and illegal

FAIR USE The Fair Use Doctrine is a legal principle in U.S. Copyright Law that allows for limited use of Copyrighted Material without permission from the Copyright Holder. It’s an exception to the Copyright Holder’s Exclusive Rights, intended to balance those rights with the public interest in the free flow of Information and creative expression. The attempted misappropriation

It is shocking to learn that the United States is one of the few countries in the world in which Recording Artists are not compensated for the use of their music on AM/FM radio. Traditionally, Songwriters and Music Publishers have received performance royalties under the Copyright Act of 1976 each time a song they’ve written

You’re talking with a friend about a new business idea you’ve been thinking about. After you’ve explained the business model, your friend says, “I really think that’s a good concept and I’d like to be involved!” You and the friend talk further and discuss more details about how to start the business, including an understanding

When starting a new venture, the first thing most business owners look for is a domain name to best match their brand, product, or service. In the late 1990s, when the worldwide web was just beginning to take shape, most name-specific URLs were still available, and the process was relatively simple. But these days, finding

The answer depends on the specific needs of your business. Corporations and LLCs can both be excellent choices for business owners. Both forms minimize personal liability and can help build greater credibility. It is important to recognize that each type of entity offers distinct tax and business advantages. The specific needs of your business will