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August 01, 2003

Highlights of the latest equipment leasing news from around the country.

Decision of NoteFederal Court Can't rule on Joint Property

August 01, 2003

The U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico decided that rulings by Puerto Rican courts that a late composer's songs weren't joint property with his widow prevented a federal court from deciding the issue.

Cameo Clips

August 01, 2003

Recent cases in entertainment law.

Clause & EffectIssues in Drafting Work-for-Hire Agreements

August 01, 2003

The common use of content created by freelance talent has made the signing of work-for-hire agreements a common requirement of entertainment production companies. But just how specific must the contract language be to make the work-for-hire provision binding on the content creator?

Securitization May Work Beyond Music Royalty Income Stream

August 01, 2003

A securitization is a process whereby an individual or entity pools the right to future payments that it is owed, and sells this right as a security. The first individual to capitalize on the concept of securitization of intellectual property (IP) assets was musician David Bowie. He issued a bond offering backed by his copyright royalties in 25 of his albums comprising approximately 250 songs. Although industry experts expected a flood of music rights securitizations following the launch of the "Bowie Bonds" in 1997, this did not come to pass. However, securitization as a concept is not limited to just music copyright royalties. Any IP right with a proven revenue stream could be used as the underlying asset in a securitization. Therefore, there is a huge potential for extending the concept of IP securitizations to other areas of the entertainment industry.

Bit Parts

August 01, 2003

Recent developments in entertainment law.

Courthouse Steps

August 01, 2003

Recently filed cases in entertainment law, straight from the steps of the Los Angeles Superior Court.

Recent Developments from Around the States

August 01, 2003

A look at the latest cases from around the states.

National Litigation Hotline

August 01, 2003

Recent cases of importance to your practice.

Direct Evidence Not Needed in Mixed-Motive Cases

August 01, 2003

The Supreme Court ended its last term holding that direct evidence of discrimination is not necessary in a Title VII mixed-motive case. Desert Palace, Inc. v. Costa, 123 S. Ct. 2148 (2003) brings an end to an appellate court split regarding evidentiary burdens that began with the Court's plurality decision in Price Waterhouse v. Hopkins, 490 U.S. 228 (1989).

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