SXSW 2012 - Don't Get Sued! A Guide For Content Creators

Don't Get Sued! A Guide For Content Creators
Event	Interactive 2010
Format	panel
Organizer	Robert Strent – Grubman, Indursky & Shire, PC
Description	Your content-based website used to fly under the radar. Now you're on your way to becoming the next CollegeHumor.com. Make sure you're ready for the big time. This presentation will cover critical "nuts and bolts" topics such as content ownership, licensing, rights and clearances and employment relationships.
Questions Answered	How do I make sure I own my content? Do I own the work created for me by my employees? independent contractors? friends? What is "work made for hire"? What is -- and how do I get -- a music license? What are the key elements of a content license? How can I protect my trademarks? How can I monetize my content? Do I need to use employment agreements for my employees? What are the key elements of an employment agreement? Why does any of this matter?
Level	Intermediate
Category	Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Content, Education, Licensing / Fair Use / Copyright, Other / Out There

Don't Get Sued! A Guide For Content Creators