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The Basics of Contract Law: What Business Owners Should Know

Chugh LLP

Businesses will need strong contracts to protect their interests throughout their lifecycle. Contracts must meet the following conditions. Capacity: Both parties are of sound mind to enter the contract. Mutual assent: Both parties agree to the contract. When Are Written Contracts Required? Conclusion.

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Film Fridays – California Approves $420M in New Incentives for Film and TV Projects

The Hollywood Lawyer

New legislation in California benefitting the entertainment industry would invest into the California incentive program by $330 million over two years, and it includes a diversity requirement to reflect California’s population. The author of the bill, state Sen. […]. The author of the bill, state Sen. […].

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Understanding the Importance and Need for Music Attorneys

The Hollywood Lawyer

A music attorney is a legal professional who focuses their practice on the legal […]. The post Understanding the Importance and Need for Music Attorneys appeared first on THE HOLLYWOOD LAWYER. In addition to the celebrities, producers and directors may also experience legal hurdles while they work within the industry.

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Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Should Hire Business Attorneys

The Hollywood Lawyer

An entrepreneur’s failure to follow the laws that are relevant to their business can lead to expensive legal […]. The post Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Should Hire Business Attorneys appeared first on THE HOLLYWOOD LAWYER.

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Film Fridays: ‘Hellraiser’ U.S. Franchise Rights Restored To Writer

The Hollywood Lawyer

.” The current production company with rights to the film, Park Avenue Entertainment, had previously put up resistance stating that the original movie “contract was construed under U.K. contract law.” ” The parties have come to a deal where “Barker will take over the U.S. right on Dec.

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Film Fridays: ‘Hellraiser’ U.S. Franchise Rights Restored To Writer

The Hollywood Lawyer

.” The current production company with rights to the film, Park Avenue Entertainment, had previously put up resistance stating that the original movie “contract was construed under U.K. contract law.” ” The parties have come to a deal where “Barker will take over the U.S. right on Dec.

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Music Mondays – CA Labor Commission Rules Against Dion

The Hollywood Lawyer

The California Labor Commission decided that Celine Dion does owe ICM Partners for unpaid commissions from a 2019 deal, based on a decades-old contract. Dion’s legal team has already stated that they plan to appeal the ruling and take the issue to a jury. The Commission’s ruling dictates: “ICM Partners is due 1.5%