Copyright Law: Primary legislation including Copyright Act of 1976, Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), Musical Works Modernization Act, and Sound Recording Act, governing the protection of creative works and recordings
Contract Law: State-specific contract laws, Statute of Frauds requirements, and contract enforceability provisions that govern the formation and execution of legally binding agreements
Labor Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act and state-specific employment regulations, including independent contractor vs. employee classification considerations
Entertainment Industry Regulations: Specific industry regulations including California's Talent Agencies Act, state-specific talent management laws, and Right of Publicity laws governing artist representation
Minor Protection Laws: State-specific child labor laws, Coogan Law (in California), and guardian/parental consent requirements for artists under 18
Intellectual Property Laws: Trademark law, right of publicity, and trade secret protections governing the protection and use of creative assets and brand elements
Business Organization Laws: Corporate structure considerations, partnership agreements, and LLC regulations that affect the business relationship between parties
Financial Regulations: Requirements governing revenue sharing, royalty payment structures, and tax implications of the development deal
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal Trade Commission regulations and state-specific consumer protection statutes ensuring fair business practices
Anti-Trust Laws: Sherman Act, Clayton Act, and Federal Trade Commission Act provisions preventing monopolistic practices and ensuring fair competition
