by evansfox | Apr 2, 2013
ASCAP and BMI employ investigators to roam the country identifying new restaurants, bars, clubs or other establishments where music is used but the establishment does not have a license. Venue owners are required to purchase a license, typically for a single annual...
by evansfox | Feb 5, 2013
Many licensors don’t take the time to conduct annual audits. This is one issue than can lead to shareholders claims of IP portfolio mismanagement. Should a licensor audit? Yes! 89% of audits reported payment deficiencies. To ensure your receive the royalties you are...
by evansfox | Feb 2, 2013
Opening a restaurant involves a lot of permits, inspections and licenses. For those opening an establishment in the City of Buffalo, here is a list of permits and inspections you probably will need to have: Restaurant Public assembly Music Sign Building permits...
by evansfox | Jan 15, 2013
March 2013 is just around the corner, and with it come the new patent laws initiated by the approval of the America Invents Act. This New Year’s, make a resolution that will benefit your patent strategy: implement a 5-step process to create an effective defense for...
by evansfox | Jan 3, 2013
In this economy, everyone is looking for ways to make the most of their money. The internet is a fountain of information and resources to self-educate and DIY. For legal matters, there are hundreds of sample contracts available online. So many people presume that...
