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Royalty Audit Law Takes Effect In California
December 27, 2004
On January 1, 2005, the Recording Industry Accounting Practices Act took effect in California. The law, which was proposed by California State Legislator Kevin Murray (D-Culver City), gives artists minimum statutory audit rights that override several of the disputed audit provisions of standard recording agreements.
Cameo Clips
December 27, 2004
Recent cases in entertainment law.
Decision of Note: <b>Suit Over Photos Of Blues Legend Will Go To Trial</b>
December 27, 2004
The Supreme Court of Mississippi ruled that the heirs of the half-sister of blues musician Robert Johnson may proceed with their suit for ownership of the only two photographs of the legendary artist.
<b>Commentary</b>Issues To Consider In Supreme Court's <i>Grokster</i> Review
December 27, 2004
Critical questions for the Supreme Court are likely to be the amount of non-infringing activity required for a contributory or vicarious infringer to escape liability for use of its product, and perhaps the intent of the defendant in developing and marketing its product.
World Trade Center Attack Held to Constitute Two Occurrences
December 23, 2004
On Dec. 6, 2004, a New York federal jury determined that the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center involved two "occurrences" under policies issued to leaseholder Larry Silverstein. As a result, Silverstein could get up to $1.1 billion more than if the attacks had constituted a single occurrence.
The Year in Review: Our Look Back and Look Forward
December 07, 2004
The year 2004 has been my first full year as Editor-in-Chief of this publication. While there have been challenges, there have also been some rewards. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the first half of 2004 as I present to you selected highlights of <i>Marketing the Law Firm</i> for the months January through June.
From Cradle to Grave: Using Bankruptcy Skills to Advise Clients on New Deals
November 30, 2004
Last month, we discussed the fact that of the many hats worn by leasing attorneys, one is of the bankruptcy practitioner. It is a skill set that usually comes into play at the end of a transaction gone bad. This article continues outlining the case for ending this practice and having bankruptcy counsel get involved in lease deals from the outset.
Net News
November 29, 2004
Recent developments of note in the Internet industry.<br>This month:<br>Google Sues Internet Marketer Over False Ad Clicks <br>Movie Studios Take Cue From Record Industry ' File Suit against File-sharers <br>Another 761 Added To RIAA Tally <br>Perfect 10 Says Google Removes the Towel
Courthouse Steps
November 29, 2004
Recently filed cases in entertainment law, straight from the steps of the Los Angeles Superior Court.
Bit Parts
November 29, 2004
Recent developments in entertainment law.

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