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The Latest episode of my Entertainment Law podcast, Entertainment Law Update, is now available for your enjoyment. Listen here, or subscribe and download in your favorite podcast listening app.  Show notes are located at www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/141 PUBLIC DOMAIN DAY 2022 EMERGING SPLIT OF AUTHORITY REGARDING ORIGINALITY DETERMINATIONS DISNEY STILL HAS TO LITIGATE OVER ORIGINALITY OF JACK SPARROW THE  […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Got a copycat? What  you can do to stop them. Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. So, you've been making great online content,  It’s getting views, listens, downloads, […]

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The Latest episode of my Entertainment Law podcast, Entertainment Law Update, is now available for your enjoyment. Listen here, or subscribe and download in your favorite podcast listening app.  Show notes are located at www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/125 AMC TO TAKE OVER SHUTTERED THEATERS  FALL OUT FROM CONSENT DECREES CONTINUES IN APPELLATE RULINGCentury Theater Owner’s Negotiation Tactics Approved. IN THE […]

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The Latest episode of my Entertainment Law podcast, Entertainment Law Update, is now available for your enjoyment. Listen here, or subscribe and download in your favorite podcast listening app.  Show notes are located at www.entertainmentlawupdate.com/124 OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND LEGAL OBITUARY PARAMOUNT CONSENT DECREES ENDED WAITE V UMG RECORDINGS (USDC, E.D. New York) MANGO V. BUZZFEED-LACK OF KNOWLEDGE […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: What are the rules for using music (even your own music) in a podcast. Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. So, one of the most common questions that […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: When do you have to blur the faces of people you capture in your videos shot in public places? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. Miranda wrote to […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Do you need to clear music rights for your social-media advertising campaigns? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. Andrew wrote in with this question: I work at an […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Can you use a series of audio clips of famous quotes in your show intro? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. A podcaster reached out with this question… […]

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VIDEO:  http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Using film clips in your lecture slides and presentations. Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. A web visitor wrote in with this question.. She asks: Hello. I […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: How do you persuade your competitors and colleagues to comply with copyrights and contract provisions? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.   I got this inquiry from a […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: John has a question about choosing a title for his film when there's already a film with the same title out there. Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: What can you do if you think your agent or manager is scamming you? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.   Caitlin wrote in with a this: I […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: How to protect your intellectual property and other materials when working in Hollywood. How do you protect yourself against things like story theft, idea theft, and outright copyright infringement, and still get your material out to influencers and buyers in the entertainment industry? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: I've got a pretty interesting defamation question for you today… Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. A viewer wrote in with this question: I've written a spec pilot […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Emily wants to know how you get permission to use a quote from a book. Hi I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark and this is asked and answered where I answer common Entertainment Law questions to help you take your career and business to the next level. So Emily's full question was this: […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Jodie wrote in with a Question about posting old television shows on YouTube. Hi I'm Gordon Firemark and this is Entertainment Law asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law question so you can take your career and business to the next level   Jodie asks “What if a TV show […]

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VIDEO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Can you register a trademark for a mascot? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.   This question comes from a viewer who wondering about the grounds in which […]

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AUDIO:  http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Who owns the cover art for a novel? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.   Ralph writes in with this question: I'm working on my first novel […]

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AUDIO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: What can you do when someone uses your content without permission? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. So, this is one of the more common questions I get […]

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AUDIO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: What are the rules for using copyright material in your video projects? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. Danny wrote to me with this question: “Just watched your […]

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AUDIO: http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: Is there a way to clear rights for clips from old films easily and cost-effectively? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. Lee Wrote in with this question: I […]

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AUDIO: Learn about our service plans for podcasters at http://firemark.com/podlaw http://firemark.com TRANSCRIPT: What exposure do you have if your podcast co-host says or does something that brings liability? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com/freeposter http://firemark.com What are the legal risks when you film in places and at events where people will inevitably wind up in the background of your shots? Hi I'm entertainment business lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, so you can take your career […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Can you make a TV show, and still retain the rights? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.   Hannah asked if it’s possible to make a TV show […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com How to get a trademark for my logo and brand name. I'm entertainment business attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is asked and answered, where I answer your questions so you can take your career and business to the next level. Stick around for my response. A web visitor wrote in: I have […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Tom has a terrific question about recounting a true-crime story from long ago… Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. OK, here's Tom's question: “I am finishing my first […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production… Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level.   OK, here's what Scott wrote in… Q: […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Music Rights – How do you get permission to use a song in your video or film? Hi, I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, so you can take your entertainment industry career and business, or just your hobby, to the next level. […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Can you cover a song and post a video of it on your YouTube or Facebook? Hi, I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, so you can take your entertainment industry career and business, or just your hobby, to the next level. This […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Paul has a question about using clips from a presidential debate from years ago on his radio show. Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. So, here's Paul's question: […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Should you use a release form with your podcast guests? Hi, I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Entertainment Law Asked and Answered, where I help you take your career and business in entertainment to the next level, by answering common entertainment law questions.. Alright, hi everybody. So, I'm in my podcasting corner of […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com What could you do if your agent is taking too long to get you your money after they've been paid. Hi, I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I help you take your career and business in entertainment to the next level. David wrote in: What can an actor […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Should you register a trademark for your album title? Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. So, David wrote in with this: I just came across one of your […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com When should you register your copyrights? Hi, I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I help you take your career and business in entertainment to the next level. One of the most common questions I get from clients I the business is about when they should register their copyrights. […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Matt has a question about promoting his podcast episodes with images of his celebrity guests. I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I provide answers to common legal questions, so you can take your career and business in entertainment to the next level…   Q: I'm curious […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Elizabeth wrote in with a question about having a character in her play sing a song… I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I provide answers to common legal questions, so you can take your career and business in entertainment to the next level… Elizabeth writes: “hello! […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com Amin wrote in with a question about how to evaluate a film option that's been offered. I'm Entertainment Lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your questions about the business, so you can take things to the next level. Amin has been asked to negotiate a deal […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: http://firemark.com George writes in with a question about location releases and permissions. I'm Gordon Firemark and this is asked and answered where entertainment law questions so you can take your career and business to the next level.   So, here's George's question: I am a filmmaker and have permission from a tribute band […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Brief Explanation of Fair Use YouTube’s Strike Policy   Tim wrote in with a question about his movie reviews channel on YouTube. I'm Entertainment Lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your questions, so you can take your business in entertainment and media to the next level!  […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Blake is wondering about whether he can promise a producer credit to someone in exchange for bringing in some talent to a project. Hi, I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark. This is asked and answered where I help you learn what you need to know to take your career in the business to […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Fair Use – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlIXcqnVM50 Can you mention famous people in your book, play or movie? I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer entertainment law questions like this so you can take your career in entertainment to the next level. Daniel writes in with this: “I just completed […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com A fellow attorney wrote in with a question about using short film clips… Hi, I am Gordon Firemark and this is asked and answered, where I take your entertainment law questions so you can take your career and business in entertainment to the next level. Stick Around for my answer.   OK, […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Blog Reader “Bob” wrote in with the question about what sometimes referred to as a favored nations cause. I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered. My answer is just a minute away.     Blog Reader “Bob” wrote in with this question: “If a theatre is seeking grand rights to […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Will you get in trouble if you name your characters after famous characters from an older book or film? Hi, I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, so you can take your career to the next level. Clark is an aspiring […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Does a song have to be registered with the copyright office before you can obtain a license to use it in your film or other project? Hi, I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, so you can take your career to […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Do you need permission to write a book based on your interviews with public figures? Hi, I'm entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, so you can take your career to the next level. So, Stephen has been interviewing some celebrities, and […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Carlos wrote in with a question about which country's law will apply to his film. I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked & Answered… where I answer entertainment law questions from industry professionals so you can take your career and business to the next level. Carlos says that he's almost finished raising […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com When is a parody a parody? Hi, I'm Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your burning entertainment law questions, so you can take your career and business to the next level. Bob wrote me an email to ask: Question: In general, what are the copyright and licensing […]

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AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: www.firemark.com Entertainment Law Asked & Answered – Grand Rights and Sound Recordings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9ZVN8HT4uo Jamie wrote in with an interesting question about music licensing in theatre… Hi, I am Gordon Firemark and this is asked and answered, where I take your entertainment law questions so you can get your career and business in […]

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