Part 1 of Music Insider Magazine’s “Copyright Law Primer” gave a very general overview of “fair use”. This issue covers one of the four primary factors that a court would consider when determining whether or not a particular …
Previous issues of Music Insider Magazine have covered the basics of trademarks and copyrights, including the differences between these two types of intellectual property, as well as the possible penalties for committing trademark or copyright infringement. Following along these lines, …
Last month’s issue of Music Insider Magazine dealt with some of the differences between trademark law and copyright law, including the kinds of penalties that may come from infringement of either type of intellectual …
Do you know the difference between trademark and copyright law? As a musician or businessperson, I think it’s in your best interest to know and protect your work — and to avoid infringing on …
The quest for truth
by Tamara Halbritter
In a murder investigation, a cold case detective may work closely with a professional forensic analyst to review evidence and facts. In the music industry, you also need to seek the truth to …
Use it or lose it
by Justin Haddock
In absence of an agreement to the contrary, a band name usually belongs to its members (at least with regard to live performances). While this is a good general rule of thumb, …
Who gets the name?
by Justin Haddock, associate, and Sheri Hunter, counsel, of Norton Rose Fulbright LLP
Your band might break up. It’s hardly the most optimistic forecast, but it’s one that, realistically, every musician needs to consider.
With that …
In the kinetic world of shagging and in vitro fertilization, artists still hold the top spot for reproductive rights. That’s according …
