Resources for Musicians
*The information on this page is for educational and information purposes only and is not legal advice or a legal opinion.
It is extremely important to protect yourself from other artists stealing your music, being taking advantage of by major players in the industry, and from people who want to leech onto the success of your music and your brand. The resources below are a good starting point to understand how to go about protecting what's yours:
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Copyrights
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Link: Buscher Law Copyright Split Sheet
*This split sheet is provided as a free resource and does not initiate an attorney-client relationship with Buscher Law LLC
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Trademarks
​Link: USPTO: Rockin' your Trademark
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Liability Protection
Do you operate under an LLC or another limited liability entity so that if you are ever sued your personal assets are not at risk? Do you show income and expenses so that at tax time you can easily understand your tax liability? Reach out and we'll discuss the benefits of operating like every other business in America.
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Contracts
Have you ever played a gig and not gotten paid the agreed amount by the venue? Do you have a clear contract governing how much you and your band members get paid per gig/tour? ​Contracts are an essential part of any business and business relationship, including for musicians. Reach out and we'll discuss the best contracts for your situation.
