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Prince Told to Pay $4 Million to Perfume Maker
September 28, 2011
Prince, the flamboyant pop star with 10 platinum albums, should pay nearly $4 million in damages for welshing on his promise to promote a perfume named after his latest CD, a special referee in Manhattan concluded after conducting a four-day inquest on damages.
Counsel Concerns
September 28, 2011
Arbitrators' Findings Upheld in Legal Malpractice Dispute over Talent Agencies Act Controversy<br>Contingency Fee Agreement Applies to Potter Guide Post-Trial Settlement
Work-for-Hire Dispute Over Comic Books a Reminder of Drafting Considerations
September 28, 2011
As part of day-to-day operations, companies regularly enter into intellectual property assignments or "work-for-hire" arrangements with employees and contractors, often pursuant to form agreements that are not tailored to the particular engagement. However, decisions such as the recent opinion by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York in <i>Marvel Worldwide v. Kirby</i>, highlight the importance of carefully drafting provisions governing the transfer of rights in new works of authorship.
Transformative Use Favored in Sports Video Game Case
September 28, 2011
In the context of alleged unauthorized uses of an individual's personal indicia, inconsistency ' in how different courts determine whether there are viable claims under state right of publicity laws or for false endorsement or association under the federal Lanham Act ' makes it difficult for attorneys who view content through a First Amendment lens when counseling entertainment production companies.
Using Character Integrity Guidelines to Protect Franchise Characters
September 28, 2011
If you are the owner of a property that is being licensed into a potential motion picture franchise, how do you contractually protect the rights to your existing character or property so that the movies and related items being created do not damage your preexisting property? This article examines the approaches customarily utilized.
The Calm Before a Storm of Claims: Identifying and Preserving Insurance Coverage for Hurricane Irene-Related Losses
September 28, 2011
Businesses that have suffered losses because of Hurricane Irene may have substantial financial protection through their insurance policies.
Gambling and Divorce
September 26, 2011
What happens if, instead of having savings, a party has significant gambling losses or debts as a result of gambling? Are these losses shared or are they one party's obligation? Myriad questions abound when it comes to gambling and divorce.
News Briefs
August 30, 2011
Highlights of the latest franchising news from around the country.
Career Journal: Interview Training Camp
August 30, 2011
In the arenas where legal marketing professionals play, like in football stadiums, superior performance comes from consistent conditioning and repeated, flawless execution.
Book Release
August 29, 2011
Music Money and Success: The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Business, 7th Edition.

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