Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Virginia

i want to start my own small business in the state of virginia. i will be making slideshows and selling htem. in htese slideshows i will have 1-5 customer chosen songs playing in hte background. how do i put these songs on hte dvd legally?


Asked on 1/13/11, 8:55 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Kevin B. Murphy Franchise Foundations, APC

As a Franchise Attorney I can say this. You need to get a license from the copyright holder of the songs, which is usually one of the major recording companies. Consult with a intellectual property or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.

Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.

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Answered on 1/18/11, 4:34 pm


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