Singers, musicians and songwriters can spend weeks producing a single song. They should receive a fair amount of compensation for their hard work and the value they add to society. However, most musical artists are getting underpaid due to three main reasons:...
Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC holds lawyers responsible for legal malpractice.
Year: 2021
How a lawyer’s lack of specialization could hurt a client
Perhaps you had already worked with a particular attorney to create your estate plan. You trusted them, which is why you turned to them for help responding to a lawsuit filed by your neighbor. Maybe a family member recommended a lawyer who helped them negotiate a...
Missed court dates could be a sign of incompetence
If there is one thing that can truly derail your case, it’s having an attorney who is not invested in it. When they get so busy that they are caught up in other cases or they set yours aside, many things can go wrong. One of the issues that can be a major red flag is...
What is the importance of a master recording?
When a musician creates a new piece, they should be paid for it whenever it’s played or used. Sometimes, artists lose their right to their own intellectual property due to past contracts or other legal issues. Buying back those rights, or obtaining them through other...
Do attorneys purchase legal malpractice insurance?
An attorney is guilty of legal malpractice when they fail to perform their duties. The negligence of an attorney can have catastrophic consequences, like an innocent person losing their legal case and a significant amount of money. Because of this, victims of legal...
How an attorney’s addiction could lead to legal malpractice
Lawyers spend more time in school than most other professionals. They have to have both an undergraduate and a graduate degree. Then they have to pass a grueling exam, secure state licensing and develop their practice to attract clients. When you hire an attorney, you...
Why are legal practice areas important?
An attorney will typically choose one or a few areas of law in which to practice. They generally will only take cases within those practice areas. According to the American Bar Association, you should always consider the attorney’s practice areas when hiring one....
Can use of original content for a review violate your copyright?
When you published a photograph, short story or original song, you have copyright in general protections for that creation. Your copyright means that no one else can reproduce or distribute your original work without your express permission. However, there are certain...
Which materials can and cannot receive copyright?
As you establish your brand, you may want to copyright all of your materials. Before you begin filling out your copyright applications, you need to understand what kind of materials are eligible for copyright. The U.S. Copyright Office says that you can copyright a...
What is the benefit of copyright law?
Copyright law protects you from people who want to use your work as their own. Aside from the emotional disappointment of knowing someone stole your work, the financial loss when someone takes credit for your ideas can disrupt your success. Knowing the purpose of...