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Artificial Intelligence Might Make Us Rethink Contract Law

Above The Law

As technology advances, boilerplate may need some work. Technology AI Artificial Intelligence Casepoint

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Arbitration clauses, prejudicial delays, and one justice’s contract-law “nightmare”

SCOTUSBlog

Section 2 directs that arbitration contracts are enforceable in federal court, except “upon such grounds as exist at law or in equity for the revocation of any contract.”

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The Benefits of Business-Specific Contracts

L4SB

Having a contract that is tailored to your business’s needs is essential. While it may be tempting to download a generic contract off of the internet, these contracts are not. Document and Contracts contracts Law 4 Small Business Small Business

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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. Intent: Both parties want to enter the contract. Capacity: Both parties are of sound mind to enter the contract.

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This is When You Can Sue for Breach of Contract in Denver

LegalReader

Written contracts are the most common form of contract and the most advisable as you have material proof of your understanding. Business contract contract arbitration contract law contract litigation contracts law

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Construction Law Firm Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP Expands with Regional, Nationwide Growth

LegalReader

Smith Currie’s new growth reflects the construction and federal government contract law firm’s commitment to high-quality legal services. Business construction law construction law firm construction lawyers government contract government contract law government contracting

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10 Essential Items for a Template Contract

L4SB

When running a business or entering into any kind of agreement with clients, it’s important to have a template contract that can be used as the basis for all negotiations, Document and Contracts business law contracts Law 4 Small Business Small Business

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How Do I Stay Anonymous and Sign Contracts?

L4SB

How can you possibly remain anonymous and execute a contract? Uncategorized anonymous llc business law contracts Law 4 Small BusinessYou went to all the trouble to form your company as an Anonymous LLC, but now you are concerned.

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Top 3 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Lawyer for Your Business

LegalReader

If you need assistance with tax law or require only a trademark, you should consider choosing a lawyer specialized in these areas. Business business law business lawyer contracts law intellectual property law Tax Law

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Music Mondays: Rick James Estate and Universal Music Sued by Songwriters

The Hollywood Lawyer

Defendants are accused of breaching contract and copyright infringement dating back to a 1979 contract where Rick James would revert the copyright to the trio after five years.

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Lex Machina Releases 2021 Contracts Litigation Report

LegalReader

Contracts case filings over the last three years showed a slight but steady increase through the pandemic, while franchise case filings fell sharply and damages awarded continued to climb. Business contract contract law contract litigation contract mediation contracts

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Music Mondays: “Earth Wind and Fire” Sue Cover Band

The Hollywood Lawyer

Earth Wind & Fire IP, LLC — the rights holder of the band’s trademarks filed a lawsuit against Substantial Music Group and Stellar Communications, claiming that the latter falsely marketed their Earth, Wind & Fire legacy act as the real thing and not essentially, a cover band.

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Avoid Legal Problems Within Your Business

LegalReader

Business business problems contracts contracts law Legal Problems legal problems with gig economyDo you have a friend or family member who has successfully run their own business from the ground up?

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What Do You Talk About During An Attorney Consultation?

L4SB

Business Support Business bankruptcy consultations contracts Law 4 Small Business litigation patent Professional Licensure Small Business small business law tax attorney trademarksHow business owners can pay a small fee for a wealth of information.

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Film Fridays: “Destiny 2” Creator Wins $4.3M Lawsuit Against AimJunkies

The Hollywood Lawyer

million against AimJunkies, owned by Phoenix Digital Group, for copyright infringement; violating the Consumer Protection Act; and breach of contract. Destiny 2 creator Bungie won an arbitration case for $4.3

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Film Fridays: “Gone in 60 Seconds” Motorsports Sue Over Copyright Infringement

The Hollywood Lawyer

The breach of contract lawsuit seeks millions of dollars from Shelby/Classic Recreations for licensing, building, and selling unauthorized replicas […] The post Film Fridays: “Gone in 60 Seconds” Motorsports Sue Over Copyright Infringement appeared first on THE HOLLYWOOD LAWYER.

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Music Mondays: Utopia Music Sued for $37M for Breach of Contract

The Hollywood Lawyer

SourceAudio sues Swiss company Utopia Music for backing out of a deal to purchase SourceAudio for $26.5 million, which has increased with interest to $37M.

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Film Fridays: Lucasfilm Sued by Producer Over Firing

The Hollywood Lawyer

Lucasfilm faces a breach of contract lawsuit from producer Karyn McCarthy over her firing from the upcoming Disney+ “Star Wars” show “The Acolyte.”

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Movie Mondays: “South Park” Parent Company Sued Over Streaming Performance

The Hollywood Lawyer

The streaming rights for South Park are at the center of a massive lawsuit between two services, HBO Max and Paramount+. Warner Bros.

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Movie Mondays: HGTV Show “Love It or List It” Sued by Homeowners Over Breach of Contract

The Hollywood Lawyer

HGTV show “Love It or List It” was sued by North Carolina homeowners Deena Murphy and Tim Sullivan after they accused the show’s production company, Big Coat TV, of breach of contract.

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Film Fridays: SAG-AFTRA Issues “Do Not Work Notice” for “Fast Charlie” “Do Not Work Notice” for “Fast Charlie” After Producer’s Agreement Goes Into Default.

The Hollywood Lawyer

Due to contract issues between SAG-AFTRA and independent producers of the movie “Fast Charlie,” they told SAG members that they could not work on the current production.

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Film Fridays – DGA Faces “Extremely Challenging” Contract Negotiations in 2023

The Hollywood Lawyer

DGA leaders said their upcoming contract negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture & Television Producers “promises to be an extremely challenging negotiating environment – one of the most difficult and complex we have faced in many years.”

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Music Mondays: GWSN Wins Lawsuit Against Management Company

The Hollywood Lawyer

K-pop girl group GWSN have won their first trial to terminate their exclusive contracts with management company The Wave Music. Representatives from the agency have not responded to the lawsuit or the ruling at the time of publication.

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Music Mondays: Bad Bunny Accused of Copyright Infringement by Afrobeats Artist Mr. Eazi

The Hollywood Lawyer

Bad Bunny and his record company, Rimas Music, are being accused and sued by Nigerian artist Mr. Eazi for copyright infringement for failing to give Joeboy producer credit on the track “Enséñame a Bailar,” a song off the reggaeton star’s 2022 smash LP Un Verano Sin Ti.

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Film Fridays: Judge Agrees Two Hallmark Movies Violated Labor Laws

The Hollywood Lawyer

Joshua Staheli, vice president of Teamsters Local 399, said, “This is not the first time we have seen […] The post Film Fridays: Judge Agrees Two Hallmark Movies Violated Labor Laws appeared first on THE HOLLYWOOD LAWYER.

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5 Common Legal Claims for Small Business Disputes That Require a Lawyer

LegalReader

Lawsuits & Litigation contract law Employment Law intellectual property law partnership law personal injuryRemember, prevention is better than cure. Having a lawyer at the ready assures you to run your business without worries.

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4 Tips to Effectively Manage Contract Disputes

LegalReader

Since conflicts may have a negative impact on you, you must develop techniques to manage contract disputes properly. Business Breach of Contract breach of contract lawsuit breached contract contract contract arbitration contract drafting contract law contract litigation

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How Do You Sue a Company for Breach of Contract?

LegalReader

There are several other requirements for a valid contract, including the legality of the agreement and the freedom of the parties to negotiate or reject the other’s offer. . Lawsuits & Litigation breach of contract lawsuit breached contract contract contract law contract litigation

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Film Fridays: Kyla Pratt Sued By Ex-Manager Over Unpaid Commissions

The Hollywood Lawyer

Kyla Pratt, the new star of “Call Me Kat” on FOX, has been sued by her ex-manager at Industry Entertainment Partners (IEP) over nonpayment for a 2018 contract.

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Music Mondays: Gap Band Heir Sue BMG Over 7 Years of Unpaid Royalties

The Hollywood Lawyer

Two of the three members of “Gap Band,” Robert and Ronnie Wilson’s heir’s suit alleges BMG is in breach of contract over unpaid royalties.

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MusicMondays: Black Sheep Sues Universal Music Group for $750M Over Royalties

The Hollywood Lawyer

” The plaintiffs, Andres “Dres ” Titus and William “Mista Lawnge” McLean, allege a “breach of contracts when UMG inked a “sweetheart deal with the streaming platform, Spotify.”

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Music Mondays – Megan the Stallion Headed to Court to Resolve Contract Dispute with Label

The Hollywood Lawyer

Megan the Stallion, born Megan Pete, and her label are headed to court after a judge dismissed a claim by her label that her last album was not an album under their contract.

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Film Fridays: ‘Walking Dead’ Creator Halts Lawsuit Against AMC Over Profits

The Hollywood Lawyer

The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman and fellow executive producers and AMC have reached a tentative compromise after a six-year court battle over $200M profits. Kirkman filed the lawsuit last November over modified adjusted gross receipts.

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Film Fridays – Pokémon Company Sues Australian NFT Videogame Company Over Copyright

The Hollywood Lawyer

In Australia, Pokémon Pty Ltd is being sued by Pokémon over an NFT-based game that uses its trademark name and famous fictional world.

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Music Mondays – Kanye West Sued for Copyright Infringement

The Hollywood Lawyer

Kanye West sued over his song “Life of the Party” for copyright infringement by Phase One Network Inc, which said West never got permission to sample Boogie Down’s “South Bronx.”

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Film Friday: Iranian Director Farhadi Faces Plagiarism Lawsuit By Former Student

The Hollywood Lawyer

Rachel Aviv is suing Iranian Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi for plagiarism. Aviv is a former student of Farhadi and has claimed his film “A Hero” was based on a documentary she made for his class that she was never given credit for.

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Film Fridays: New Three Year Broadway Contract for Actors Approved

The Hollywood Lawyer

Members of the Actors’ Equity union have won new contract negotiations, which will be in place until September 2025.