I am Erik S. Syverson a Los Angeles attorney handling entertainment law issues for clients nationwide and internationally. I handle Copyright and Trademark Infringement suits on behalf of content owners, screenwriters, musicians, composers, actors, production companies and others. To discuss entertainment law during an initial consultation, contact my office any time.
- Music litigation: I have handled a number of cases involving copyright infringement and licensing disputes over payment of royalties for music used in TV shows, commercials, movies and more. This includes work with ASCAP, a major Performer's Rights Organization. I have also handled disputes in which lawsuits arose over the quality of musical tracks.
- Television Rebroadcast Royalties: In exchange for royalty payments, all network syndicated television programs can be rebroadcast by stations around the world. However, disputes frequently arise over how much payment each owner of the rights is entitled to receive. Since each country has a different method for apportioning royalty payments, disputes can become very complex. I have the experience necessary to handle these conflicts.
- Internet Reputation Management: In the entertainment industry, nothing is more important than one's reputation. While the Internet brings many benefits, it also opens the door for anonymous users to leave defamatory information about performers, TV projects, movies and more. Social sites like Twitter and Facebook make Internet defamation on exceedingly easy.
If you are an actor, musician, composer, scriptwriter, producer, entertainer or other rights' owner facing a dispute in entertainment law, I have the experience, knowledge and skill necessary to provide thorough, detailed and aggressive representation. I will work to keep your legal expenses to a minimum while pursuing the most favorable possible outcome for your case. To schedule a time to discuss your conflict with me during an initial consultation, contact my office today.
