When someone uses your likeness for profit, shouldn't you have some control over how your image or voice gets used? In states like California, specific laws exist to ensure that you stay in charge of your unique identity and control how you're portrayed. As with many...
Year: 2017
You can sue your 401(k) provider for charging excessive fees
If you are like many people, your 401(k) is a big part of your retirement plan. You diligently allocate money towards it each month and look forward to the day when your hard work and dedication pay off.Of course, you recognize that there are risks involved with a...
What artists need to know about copyright law
If you're an artist, you know the feeling of pride and accomplishment that comes with finishing a project or labor of love. Whether you're a painter, writer, musician or any other form of artist, you are passionate about the work you produce and you rightfully proud...
Dealing with the theft of your copyrighted work
They say that true art requires suffering, and you've certainly invested blood, sweat and tears into your masterpiece. The only problem is that someone else wants to profit from your labor without putting in their own effort. Although you copyrighted your creative...