by Patrice Perkins | #GeniusLife, Celebrity News, Copyright, Legal Planning For Growth, Podcast, The Entrepreneur Journey, Trademarks
By taking proactive measures to protect your intellectual property and knowing your legal rights, you can minimize the risk of theft and respond effectively when it does occur. Let’s explore some common myths about protecting your IP, and what you can do if your work is stolen. Read on to get practical advice and actionable tips to fight infringement.
by Patrice Perkins | Celebrity News, Podcast, Trade Dress, Trade Secret, Trademarks
Another question that we often hear is, “What other types of intellectual property should I know about, as a creative?” Here’s a quick reminder if you’re not clear on the definition of intellectual property, or IP. Intellectual property is anything...
by Patrice Perkins | Celebrity News, Copyright, Podcast, Trademarks
One of the most common questions we get at Creative Genius Law is, “How do I know if I have intellectual property to protect?” It’s not just a common question. It’s also one of the most important questions you can ask, as a creative entrepreneur. Here’s why...
by Creative Genius Law | Celebrity News, Contracts and Collabs, Trademarks
Spencer Elden, the baby on the (formerly) iconic album cover of Nirvana’s Nevermind, is suing fifteen people, including the surviving Nirvana group members, Kurt Cobaine’s estate, Courtney Love (Cobaine’s former wife), and the photographer Kirk Weddle, for violation...
by Creative Genius Law | Celebrity News, Copyright, Music Licensing
One of the reasons that I wanted to own a business was so that I could design my lifestyle. I wanted the freedom and flexibility to live life according to my terms. I wanted the liberty to travel at whim, to visit a far off land for months at a time. Today, I imagine...
by Creative Genius Law | Celebrity News, Copyright, Music Licensing
Music sampling is a tricky slope. When the creative flow hits, sometimes you just go for it, in hopes that all will work in your favor. BUT, and this is a major but, if the chips don’t fall your way, you just may be forced to pay. Such was the case between Nicki Minaj...