Law.com Subscribers SAVE 30%

Call 855-808-4530 or email [email protected] to receive your discount on a new subscription.

Search


Provisions in Book Author/Studio Contracts Covering Motion Picture Sequels
July 23, 2009
Anyone following summer motion picture releases will note the seasonal prevalence of big budget sequels to successful films. In some instances, sequels are derived solely from the scripts of previously produced motion pictures (<i>e.g.</i>, <i>Terminator</i>, <i>Night at the Museum</i>). In other instances, they connect with books or book series that were made into one or more prior films (<i>e.g.</i>, <i>Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince</i>, <i>Angels &amp; Demons</i>). Mindful of the vast rewards that can flow from these so-called "franchises" (<i>e.g.</i>, the James Bond franchise), Hollywood studios structure their agreements with book authors to maximize their chances of creating one.
CONSULTANTS MUST DELIVER GREATER BOTTOM LINE RESULTS
July 07, 2009
The survey results strongly suggest that, to prove their value, business development consultants must now play a more instrumental role in generating significant new revenue. Among the key findings, 36% of respondents say that the work of business development consultants they've retained has real bottom line impact, while 57% say the work has been helpful but not decisive - or that it was initially helpful but less so as the engagement continued. The message is clear&#133;
Managing a Smart Employee: Who's Boss Around Here, Anyway?
July 01, 2009
Among the many categories of management styles, there are two that are rarely seen without a measure of astigmatism. Both are extensions of the personality of the manager.
Movers & Shakers
June 30, 2009
Who's doing what; who's going where.
News Briefs
June 30, 2009
Highlights of the latest franchising news from around the country.
Court Watch
June 30, 2009
Highlights of the latest franchising cases from around the country.
Bet-the-System Disputes: When Minor Issues Can Get Out of Control
June 30, 2009
It's not common that a franchise is embroiled in a dispute that has the potential to disrupt or force operational changes to the entire system. But when those situations arise, franchisors are faced with the unpleasant decision whether it's worth taking on the "bet-the-system" challenge.
Insurance, Indemnification and the Franchise Relationship: How to Make 'Belt and Suspenders' Work for Your Business
June 30, 2009
Unless one is aware of the potential pitfalls, even so-called "iron-clad" indemnification clauses or insurance provisions in a franchise agreement can be all for naught. This article discusses the interplay between insurance, indemnification, and the default common-law rules, so that franchisors and franchisees can avoid those dangerous pitfalls.
In the Marketplace
June 30, 2009
Highlights of the latest equipment leasing news from around the country.
Grant Money Doesn't Come Free: How to Keep Your Company Out of Trouble When Using Federal Funds
June 30, 2009
Private companies should take advantage of the unprecedented funding created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Before they avail themselves of that funding, however, they must take careful stock of the requirements that accompany every aspect of the grant, from accounting under a grant to intellectual property created with those grant funds.

MOST POPULAR STORIES