by Tamera H. Bennett
Posted February 25, 2009
Just this week I posted an update here on the dispute between Jackson Browne and John McCain over the use of the song “Running On Empty” in a campaign ad.
The issue of using songs without permission in political campaigns has now moved to France. US indie band MGMT has demanded compensation from French President Nicolas Sarkozy’s party for using their hit “Kids” without permission at rallies and in advertisements.
Some would say this is great timing…other’s would say bad timing for this to be exposed. In two weeks a new anti-filesharing bill is scheduled to be presented to the French national assembly.
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Tamera Bennett, nicknamed by her clients as the IP quarterback, develops strategies to protect and leverage each client's intellectual property. She works closely with her clients to implement customized brand management programs. Her clients range from rock star to leadership coach and financial guru to custom motorcycle designer.
Prepared with an undergraduate degree in Recording Industry Studies and a law degree from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, Tamera represents clients throughout Texas and Tennessee in entertainment, trademark and copyright law related matters
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