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Book review: Copyright, Creativity and Big Media

The IPKat

As Bowrey explains “it was the new multi-national companies and cross-industry alliances that were empowered while the natural rights of the author were de-natured, diluted, and copyright’s ideologically celebrated characteristic property – primarily rewarding creative, as opposed to commercial, endeavour – was fundamentally disrupted.”

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When Do I Need a Model Release Form? (Plus a free sample!)

Art Law Journal

One of the most frequently asked questions intellectual property lawyers hear from members of the art community is, “When should I use a model release form, and what should it say?” For example, California has special laws designed to limit paparazzi photographs, thanks to its high number of celebrity residents.