NFT
What Is Non-Repudiation?
Non-repudiation is an assurance that someone cannot deny the validity of something. Non-repudiation is a
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September 20, 2021
Entertainment Law
What are Digital Audio Mechanical Royalties?
Behind every song is two sets of copyright: the musical composition and the master recording.
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September 13, 2021
Business Law
Can I Run a Bakery Out of My House in Florida?
In Florida, home bakery businesses with gross sales of $50,000 or less annually may operate
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August 20, 2021
Consumer Protection
What Protection Does Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act Provide?
Many of us use the internet every day to work, connect with friends, and consume/post
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July 22, 2021
Entertainment Law
Can I Get in Trouble for Posting Someone Else’s Photograph of Me?
Pop Star Dua Lipa is being sued by Integral Images, Inc. for posting a paparazzi
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July 21, 2021
Consumer Protection
What Are NFTs?
An NFT is a non-fungible token. Non-fungible means unique; one-of-a-kind; not mutually interchangeable. A token
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July 16, 2021
Business Law
What are Reg A+ Offerings?
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Regulation A+ (RegA+) is known as a “Mini IPO.”
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July 15, 2021
Corporate
What Is the Combating Corporate Espionage in Florida Act?
H.B. 1523, the Combating Corporate Espionage in Florida Act (“the Act”) amends existing Florida Statute
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July 15, 2021
Patent
What Is a Provisional Patent Application?
A provisional patent application (PPA) is a document issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark
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July 13, 2021
copyright
What Is a Software Patent?
A software patent is a property right that protects computer programs. A software patent is
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July 12, 2021
Tax Law
Puerto Rico’s Unique Estate Tax Situation
Although Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, it is not a U.S. state. It is
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June 23, 2021
Entertainment Law
What are the Performance Rights Organizations in Colombia and What Do They Do?
Colombia has two major organizations, known as Performance Rights Organizations, which govern the economic rights
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June 16, 2021
copyright
Can Software Be Protected by Copyright?
Section 102(b) of the Copyright Act of 1976 explains that copyright law does not protect
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June 16, 2021
Consumer Protection
How can I legally register consumers while following SMS laws?
A few ways to register consumers for promotional messages include using the following: “Keywords” –
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June 16, 2021
Consumer Protection
What is required in promotional messaging?
If you are involved in promotional messaging you should ensure you meet the requirements. Such
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June 16, 2021
Consumer Protection
Which laws apply to promotional messages and who enforces these laws?
There are several laws that regulate the issue of sending text (SMS) messaging to consumers
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June 16, 2021
Fraud
What is Prime Bank Instrument Fraud?
The U.S Department of Treasury Bureau of Fiscal Service has generally classified fraud schemes that
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June 15, 2021
Entertainment Law
Can a U.S. Non-Profit Organization Use a Song for Commercial and Noncommercial Purposes?
Music has a special ability to elicit emotion and bring people together. It’s no wonder
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June 15, 2021
Entertainment Law
What kind of Copyright Protection does a Song have?
Over the last century, the United States has enacted various copyright protection laws that have
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June 14, 2021
Business Law
Fiduciary Duties of Title Insurance Agents
Title insurance agents owe their clients the fiduciary duties of loyalty, disclosure, care, and confidentiality.
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June 11, 2021
Entertainment Law
What is a Performance Rights Organization (PRO)?
A Performance Rights Organization, or PRO, is an organization that collects royalties on behalf of
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June 4, 2021
Business Law
Are You Involved in a Lawsuit That Has Dragged On?
Perhaps the opposing party filed a complaint, which you and your attorneys responded to. But
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May 25, 2021
Entertainment Law
How do Streaming Services Pay Artists?
Streaming services have increased in popularity in recent years; with popular services like Spotify, Apple
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February 23, 2021
Entertainment Law
What are the Different Types of Royalties in Music?
There are many different ways you can generate revenue from your music. Specifically, there are
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February 9, 2021
Business Law
Has Facebook Gotten Too Good at Capitalism?
The US government and 48 states have sued Facebook for anticompetitive conduct and are seeking
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January 5, 2021
Business Law
Why is the new Antitrust Crackdown on Big Tech Important?
Over the past two decades, we have witnessed the meteoric growth of tech conglomerates such
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January 5, 2021
Employment Law
Does Your Business Need an Employee Handbook?
Is Your Business Required to Have an Employee Handbook? The short answer is no. There
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December 31, 2020
Privacy Law
How Does a Ransomware Attack Work?
Ransomware is one of the various kinds of malware that are used by hackers during
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December 21, 2020