Legal Articles, Communication & Media Law

Merchandising Agreements for Motion Pictures

Parlaying film characters and corresponding film elements into commodities could proffer participants another financial conduit. Yet, not every motion picture is a proper conduit and not every corresponding merchandise a prudent investment.

Breach of Contract in CA

Breach of contract is a rather nebulous term with multi-layered tentacles. In fact, what is a breach? When did the breach occur? Who breached the contract? Theses are only some of the myriad of questions posed when litigating or entertaining to litigate a breach of contract action.

Invasion of Privacy in CA

In California, generally, there are four types of invasion of privacy causes of action: 1. Public Disclosure of Private Facts; 2. Intrusion into Private Matters; 3. Misappropriation of Person's Name or Likeness; and 4. Portraying a Person in a False Light.

Online Charitable Raffles - Raising Money for your Non-Profit with Games of Chance Online

Is it possible for a non-profit organization to hold a "raffle" online, rather than in the traditional bingo hall or raffle ticket manner?

Entertainment Lawyer Raleigh NC: SAG-AFTRA New Media Contracts

Entertainment Lawyer Raleigh NC: Media Contracts

Hospitals: Prescribe Social Media Policies and Training to Your Staff!

Healthcare Social Media Marketing and Compliance for Hospitals.

What You Should Know About the EU's New "Internet of Things" Privacy Framework

The European Union's Law Governing "The Internet of Things"

Don't Let Legal Keep You Out of Social

How social media governance can overcome the hurdles to social media marketing and compliance concerns.

Ten Tips for Corporate Social Media Governance

Social media governance for businesses. How to establish a social media marketing team for brand promotion and compliant digital marketing.

NEW GUIDANCE ON EMPLOYEE VS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

As a business owner, whether your workers are found to be employees or independent contractors will have great impact in determining your business’ taxes and legal liability issues

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