Contract Negotiation
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Ancillary Rights in Film and TV: The Scope, Term, and Territory Decisions That Protect Your IP
Ancillary rights in film and TV extend beyond primary distribution to include merchandising, sequels, and streaming, and are crucial for protecting intellectual property value. Careful negotiation of scope, term, and territory in contracts is essential to retain long-term IP value.
Choosing a Performance-Based Agency Contract: Which Model Fits Your Goal, and the Terms That Decide Whether It Works
Choosing the right performance-based agency contract model hinges on aligning payment triggers with your specific campaign goals, but the contract's precise language around definitions and measurement is paramount. Key clauses for defining qualified outcomes, attribution, baselines, and ownership are critical for a successful partnership.
DGA Union Ratifies Four-Year Contract, Securing Jobs
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) secured an unprecedented clause ensuring that any AI-generated footage will fall under a director's creative purview, a first for major Hollywood unions.
WGA Ratifies Four-Year Contract With Film and TV Studios
The Writers Guild of America overwhelmingly ratified its new four-year contract with major film and TV studios, securing 90.