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08/29/2026

This year's attendance statistics confirm, current immigration policies are having a direct, negative affect on graduate school enrollment. , for example, has reported an 14% drop.

08/11/2026

Trademarking a stage name is essential for any musician, but the certificate is just a sheet of paper if the band doesn't then defend that trademark.

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07/28/2026

New York now requires advertisements to disclose the use of "synthetic performers." This new law raises more questions than it answers.
What counts as a performer?
What counts as an ad?
What counts as disclosure?
How do you know if your ad reaches New York?

You may wish to discuss with an attorney.



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07/25/2026

New York's Synthetic Performer Disclosure Law requires advertisements with AI generated humans to disclose. While what exact compliance will look like is still an open question, those will a business account on social media who use AI will probably be required to disclose.

07/20/2026

Derivative works (in other words, art based on your art) in many cases are covered by copyright law. If you see some else's post and it feels like a version of your content, it may be worth exploring your legal options.



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07/19/2026

In many cases, copyright protections include protection against unauthorized derivative works.

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07/12/2026

For small business owners, its holiday season.

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

At the intersection of and law.

06/30/2026

NIL, Entertainment Contracts, Small Business Formation, now booking consultations for July.