HOW TO PROTECT YOUR MUSIC AND ROYALTIES

The moment you create your music or lyrics and fix it in a tangible format, it is protected under the United States Copyright Laws. However, if you wish to sue someone for copyright infringement and recover substantial damages, you will need to register your work with the United States Copyright Office.  Follow these steps to ensure that your music is property protected and that you receive royalties from any public

Here is an overview of some major items that you should consider at the outset of your film project.  Addressing these items sooner rather than later could save you time and money in the long run.  I. BUSINESS FORMATION AND PRODUCER PROTECTION  One of your first tasks is to select and set up a business entity for the film. When selecting a business entity, consider the following four areas as

Step 1. Create Your Executive Summary  The first step you’ll want to take when writing a business plan is to create an executive summary for your business. This executive summary will be the first chapter in the business plan—it will explain what your business does, where the business currently stands, where you want to take the business in three to five years, and why you’ll be successful.  Although this seems