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Artists say politicians using their music violates copyright law

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Aug 16, 2020 | Copyright Law

It is not unusual for political candidates of all kinds to use popular music as a soundtrack for their campaign ads or events. In the past, some politicians have come under fire for using an artist's music without permission. However, many well-known bands and singers...

Artist says covering her mural is a violation of copyright law

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Aug 10, 2020 | Copyright Law

Many artists here in New York and elsewhere assume that copyright protection is only for authors or musicians, but that is untrue. Artists of all mediums may be able to make use of copyright law to protect their creative works. This may even include murals done on the...

Has a mistake turned into malpractice? Here’s what to look for

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 29, 2020 | Legal Malpractice

You decided to work with your current attorney because of a referral from your friend. Your friend had a case similar to yours in the past, and the attorney was able to help them get a fantastic settlement.You would be happy if your case worked out the same way, but...

Do artificially-created parody songs violate copyright law?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 25, 2020 | Copyright Law

Many people enjoy parody songs, often inspired by hit music, saying that they provide a laugh or even interesting social commentary. Though most parody is protected by fair use, some artists make a point to ask another artist for permission to parody a particular...

Artist says Chevrolet violated copyright law

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 17, 2020 | Copyright Law

Murals on buildings are a popular form of art these days. Some New York artists use them as a means of conveying a social message, while others simply seek to express their creativity. Though the majority of artists want people to enjoy these murals, others have...

What are the main types of legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 15, 2020 | Legal Malpractice

When you hire a lawyer, you'll be doing so with the faith that they will act in the most competent and professional way. The work that they are doing on your behalf will undoubtedly have a huge impact on your life. It may be the difference between whether or not you...

Twitch will remove clips found in violation of copyright law

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 12, 2020 | Copyright Law

Online streaming has changed the way that creators of all kinds monetize their content. While YouTube has long been the subject of numerous copyright violation claims, other streaming sites are starting to deal with similar problems. The streaming site Twitch, which...

If malpractice affected your case, you may want to sue

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 8, 2020 | Legal Malpractice

You were unhappy with the way you were represented by your past attorney. You lost your case, but there were multiple ways they made errors throughout that are completely their fault. They forgot to bring paperwork for the judge to review. Once, they completely missed...

Counterfeit shoes at center of intellectual property litigation

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 6, 2020 | Intellectual Property Litigation

The online marketplace has opened up a world of possibilities to both consumers and creators or designers. Retail giant Amazon has made it easy for customers to find goods of all kinds at competitive prices, as well as increasing the ability of retailers to attract...

Guitar lessons on YouTube may violate copyright law

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jun 30, 2020 | Copyright Law

One of the greatest things about the internet is the ability to bring information to people who otherwise may not be able to access it as easily. A lot of people in New York use online videos to learn new skills. Some of the video creators may receive financial...

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