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 | #GeniusLife, Copyright, Legal Planning For Growth, Podcast, The Entrepreneur Journey
The unfortunate reality of copyright infringement is that it can leave artists grappling with financial consequences that threaten their livelihood and ability to create. Far too often, artists underestimate the importance of protecting their intellectual property, only to find themselves at a loss when their work is stolen and exploited.
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...
by Creative Genius Law | Uncategorized
I love nothing more than receiving reader “tips” in my inbox on hot, legal ish. The latest tip came from an artist wanting my take on a potential copyright infringement situation involving Urban Outfitters and Stevie Koerner, a Chicago-based, indie jewelry...
by Creative Genius Law | Uncategorized
In a previous post, I touched on why it is important to register your creative stuff with the U.S. Copyright Office before sharing it online. Here, I discuss the initial steps of what you need to do if you catch someone stealing your ‘ish. Here are the Q+D...