Spiller Law Business and Entertainment Law Blog

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Simplifying PRO Music Licenses for Restaurants, Bars, and Entertainment Venues

Picture this: you're a restaurant owner, bar manager, or live venue operator, and you want to create the perfect atmosphere for your...

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When Netflix's DVD Giveaway Became a Legal Cliffhanger: An Entertainment Lawyer Weighs In

Netflix's DVD Giveaway almost led to a PR nightmare due to confusion over intellectual property rights.

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Navigating the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strike as an Independent Filmmaker: Understanding Your Options

A List of Options available to the Independent Filmmaker during the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes

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How Music Licensing Works: A Comprehensive Guide for Startups

Starting a business in the music industry or as an independent artist requires passion, creativity, and a solid understanding of music...

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NIL: Unpacking the Meaning, Importance, and Opportunities for Individuals and Businesses

This post explains what Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) is and the Opportunities for Businesses, Athletes, Artists, and Influencers to Benefit

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Protecting Intellectual Property Rights for Entertainment Startups: A Simple Guide

In an era where creativity fuels the engine of the global economy, the importance of intellectual property (IP) for entertainment...

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Top 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup

An Entertainment Lawyer lists the 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup Business.

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The 10 Essential Provisions in a Film Distribution Agreement: A Guide for the Smart Film Producer

The ten essential provisions in a film distribution agreement

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Opportunities and Challenges Posed by AI and ChatGPT for Modern Creators

This post discusses the opportunities and challenges posed by AI and Chat GPT for Modern Creators

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The Transformation of Film Distribution: Insights from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival

Insights on film distribution from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival regarding the role of streaming, theaters, virtual reality, and festivals

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How To Negotiate An Entertainment Contract

A blog post advising artists about how to negotiate entertainment contracts.

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A Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers

A Step-By-Step Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers

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What is a Loan Out Company?

This post describes the pros and cons of loan out companies, what they are, what purposes they serve, and how they are created

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The Differences Between an Option Agreement and a Shopping Agreement in Film and Television

This post describes the differences between an Option Agreement and a Shopping Agreement in Film and Television

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Should I use an Agent or an Entertainment Lawyer when selling my Film or Television Project?

Post about whether to use an entertainment lawyer or an agent to market film and television projects.

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How to market your film at the European Film Market and enjoy what Berlin offers

This a post about how you can market your film at the European Film Market in Berlin and enjoy what Berlin offers

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Are film and television markets like Cannes, MIPCOM, AFM, and EFM still relevant?

This post is about the relevance of film and television markets like Cannes, MIPCOM, AFM, and EFM (Berlin) in today's changing entertainment

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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) will impact Hollywood

A post about how Artificial Intelligence will affect screenwriting, film marketing, special effects, and audience engagement in Hollywood.

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What is a Film Producer's Representative, and why do you need one?

Describes how a Film Producer's Representative can help a film production from development to distribution.

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Drama or Genre? High or Low Budget? What makes a Successful Film?

An interview with Michael Haye, film sales agent, about what kinds of films you should be making and what sells

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