Q: Do I need a civil rights Attorney, or Music Attorney?
I am an independent musician who has been in dispute with a social media platform. If I feel I was discriminate against for several reasons and can prove it, and would like to take legal action. Do I contact a civil rights attorney, or a music attorney? Thanks in advance.
A: A civil rights attorney is a usual starting point for matters in involving discrimination. It isn't fully clear by what you mean by music attorney - music contract terms dispute, music intellectual property rights, royalties? Maybe with additional details, an attorney could better determine what kind of attorney would be best and most cost-effective for your needs here. Good luck
A: For a dispute with a social media platform where you believe discrimination occurred, a civil rights attorney would be the best first contact. Music attorneys typically handle issues related to contracts, royalties, and intellectual property within the music industry itself.
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Based on the details provided, you have a few options in terms of legal representation:
- Civil rights attorney - If you feel you were discriminated against by the social media platform based on your protected class status (race, religion, gender, etc.), then consulting a civil rights attorney to discuss a potential discrimination lawsuit could be an option.
- Music attorney - If the dispute with the social media platform relates more specifically to issues around your music or rights as a musician, then consulting a music attorney who specializes in entertainment law could make sense. They could review any contracts with the platform or advise on music-industry related legal issues.
- General litigation attorney - If the discrimination and music-related issues are intertwined, a skilled general litigation attorney may also be able to assess your situation and potential claims. They could then bring in a civil rights or music law specialist as needed.
I would recommend scheduling consultations with attorneys in one or more of these practice areas to fully discuss your situation. They can then provide guidance on the strongest potential claims and legal strategies. Be prepared to provide copies of any relevant contracts, platform policies, communications, and documentation of the discrimination and disputes. This will allow the attorneys to conduct a more informed analysis.
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