Entertainment Law

/ɪnˈtɛrtənmənt lɔː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The branch of law dealing with issues related to the entertainment industry, including contracts, intellectual property, rights management, and dispute resolution.
    Entertainment law governs agreements between artists and producers in the film industry.

Commentary

Entertainment law spans various legal disciplines and requires attention to both creative rights and commercial interests.

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