Proven Start-up Tips
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August 30th at 12:00am
There are myriad ways for musicians to get “taken” by the music industry. In the “knowledge is power” category, this two-part series of panels – led by lawyers with years of experience in the music and entertainment business – will cover some of the most important legal aspects of “the biz.” Day 2: Addresses songwriting & publishing, managers & agents, and protecting band names
Panelists include:
David Branfman (Branfman Law Group, P.C.)
Alex Vargas (Law offices of Alex J. Vargas)
James Clayton (Law offices of James Clayton)
Jeff Leven (Davis Shapiro Lewit & Hayes, LLP)
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March 24th at 12:01am
The Internet makes it easier to get into business but it also makes it easier to steal others ideas. The Web is also expanding the notion of what materials, images and designs need to be protected. Intellectual property attorney David Branfman advises agents on questions to ask clients about intellectual property exposures and warns about the deficiencies of a CGL policy in this area. He also sees potential for a boom market for plaintiff abatement coverage.