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Can AI Help Me Write a Book?

AI-assisted books raise legal questions involving copyright ownership, human authorship, publishing disclosures, and infringement risks.

May 29, 2026

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How Long Do Music Copyrights Last?

Wondering how long music copyright lasts? In most cases, protection continues for the creator’s lifetime plus 70 years, though rules differ by country and type of work. Knowing these limits helps artists, producers, and listeners understand when music becomes public domain.

September 30, 2025

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AI Art Ownership | Is AI a Creative Tool or a Human Substitute?

AI remains a relatively new tool, and questions persist around its usage. Is AI art really art, and can AI be truly creative? The answers remain to be seen.

August 15, 2025

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AI-Generated Music Copyright | What Musicians and Creators Need to Know

It remains to be seen if AI-generated music will be understood as an extension of this kind of fair use or whether or not it is in another camp altogether.

June 12, 2025

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Trade Dress Infringement | Van Leeuwen vs Rebel Creamery

Van Leeuwen claims that Rebel Creamery copied their trade dress by using the same kinds of colors, fonts, and minimalist designs, such that their product seems nearly identical to Van Leeuwen's signature elements.

May 09, 2024

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Top 5 Reasons Why USPTO Denied Your Trademark Application

One in five trademark applications fail their first examination according to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. We have highlighted the top 5 reasons behind this failure to help you ensure this doesn’t happen to you.

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The Pros and Cons of Forming Your Business as an LLC or S-Corp in New York

Every business is different, and whether you have are in the process of forming a new business or growing a business for years, it might be important to learn more about the pros and cons of LLCs and S-Corps.

March 20, 2019

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