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Q: Trying to find out what the common practice is for an agent's cut of a person's salary

- this is for my child who is interested in acting.

Jonathan Bradford Ripps
Jonathan Bradford Ripps
answered on Jun 2, 2017

Hi there - an agent's commission can be between 10 and 20 percent, depending on what type of project is procured. Each agent or manager should have a commission structure in their agreement. I hope that helps!

Best,

Jon

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Q: Someone told me an E&O insurance policy is essential to have prior to negotiating a contract for my screenplay. What

benefits does it offer?

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on May 8, 2017

It depends on what type of duties you would have under the contract.

See: http://www.aeesq.com/business-law/art-law/

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Q: What kind of licensing agreement should I have for a song I wrote and I'd like to sell?
Donovan A Rodriques
Donovan A Rodriques
answered on Mar 30, 2017

That depends on who you would like to sell or license your song to. Your question is too vague for a proper answer. You should speak with an experienced entertainment lawyer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Entertainment / Sports and Copyright for New York on
Q: Do I fall under Fair Use if I get a shot of 3-5 second clip of the TV Show Pretty Little Liars in an online webseries?

it would stream on a Laptop on Netflix.

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Mar 19, 2017

It's doubtful. See: http://fairuse.stanford.edu/overview/fair-use/what-is-fair-use/

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Copyright and Entertainment / Sports for New York on
Q: asked my artist not to use a exclusive beat i own and they performed it out of spite and won a sit down witha record co

this person is my artist they are under contract and we have had our differences but they choose todo things on there own is there any legal action i can follow up with since i had ask them not to use it in the first place

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answered on Mar 18, 2017

As long is the beat is properly copyrighted with the United States Library of Congress, a simple task that cost $35 plus attorneys fees, then they are clearly in the wrong and you can sue them... but not necessarily in contract. The only way you can sue them in contract is if you contracted with... View More

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Q: My daughter isn't being allowed to play in the town little league - boys only. Anything I can do here?
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Mar 11, 2017

This sounds like gender-based discrimination, and you may be able to file an administrative complaint with the town, if timely. Thereafter if your concerns are not satisfied, you may be able to sue. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Entertainment / Sports and Intellectual Property for New York on
Q: Q: I produced a show. A poet read and a band played. Someone videoed it. Do I have any rights to the video?
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Jan 23, 2017

It depends on whether there were any express restrictions re: video-taping the show or whether there was any agreement re: the same. Was it a public or private show? The facts are important. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Entertainment / Sports, Intellectual Property and International Law for New York on
Q: Can I use Beyonce's song and make it funny like: Artist "Reyonce" doing Beyonce Cover (example) or any famous artist?

The funny remakes (karaoke version) of different artists will be used to sell "Reyonce's products). (This is not a real name, using it just as an example). Thank you.

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Jan 19, 2017

There's a fine line between infringement and fair use (e.g., parody) of a copyrighted song. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Entertainment / Sports for New York on
Q: What is the right agreement/contract to promise compensation/work on the condition they perform a pre-agreed upon task?

We are in the first round of raising front money funds for a theatrical production. Our director is uniquely positioned to reach key investors. We could like to draft an agreement that states if she is able to meet our initial fundraising goal by bringing the right investors to the table, she is... View More

Michael David Siegel
Michael David Siegel
answered on Nov 24, 2016

There is not a "form" you can use, but such an agreement can be drafted. It would not need to be that complex.

1 Answer | Asked in Entertainment / Sports, Intellectual Property and International Law for New York on
Q: Can one use SNAP! and CRACKLE! as part of a tagline in a non-food related industry legally despite Kellogg trademark?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 31, 2015

Just a question, no facts? Attoneys deal with facts and the law, and without sufficient facts we cannot apply the law. What you probably need to do is go see a trademark attorney about this for a full discussion.

Q: Reopening Civil Rights Case postmortem

A friend filed a pro se lawsuit in federal court about 4 years ago.The judge immediately dismissed the case with prejudice, without the defendant filing an answer or motion . However, the plaintiff didn't mail the order of the judge dismissing the case to the defendant, and the plaintiff... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 10, 2015

Probably not.

Q: hospital or mortuary negligence

If a death occurs in a hospital and the hospital transfers the body to the medical examiner's office for storage, can both organizations be sued if the medical examiner's office refuses to allow the adult child of the deceased to see the body and only shows that adult child a photo off... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Aug 5, 2015

More information is needed. Talk to an injury and/or constitutional lawyer.

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