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Fascinating .......2004-12-13
The book chronicles tidy snapshots of the lives and careers of 4 different men whose influence in corporate regulation remains unrivaled. I particularly enjoyed the chapter on Brandeis. It is terribly unfortunate to contemporary American society that a man like Justice Louis Brandeis is not still alive and a sitting judge with the Supremes. Brandeis's intellect and legacy puts the 9 slugs currently sitting on the bench to shame.
Good but could be better.......2003-08-18
Government regulation of business is always a topic of controversy, but few people know anything about its origins. This book provides a history of the origins of government regulation in the US, by specifically focusing on four important individuals and how they shaped US regulations. Though they are important, their influence was primarily through the executive and judicial branches of the federal government. The book should have included a great legislator along with the four individuals it focused on.
The book is tedious and dry, but not difficult to read. The topic matter is well explained with lots of references, but a lot of text could (and should) have been replaced with charts, graphs, flowcharts, and timelines. I would not recommend this book as an introductory text to government regulations, but more for the well-read observer.
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A basic but comprehensive survey of entertainment law, this Nutshell gives a big picture overview of the intellectual property, contract, publicity, estate planning, and First Amendment issues that contribute to the field. Professor Burr also addresses specific legal issues that arise in the film, music, and television industries, including discussion of the rise of reality television. This Nutshell can be assigned as a secondary text to accompany any entertainment law casebook, as the primary text for a seminar, or as background information for someone requiring an overview.
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Interesting read.......2007-07-21
the book was good, not really in sync with my law book, but it was interesting
Poorly edited and researched.......2006-08-24
I'm completing an independent study on entertainment law, and more specifically, copyright law and how it pertains to filmmaking. I got this book among several others, and was a little surprised at how poorly written this book is. First off, the editing is TERRIBLE: there are spelling and grammar mistakes ALL OVER the book! On some pages it's outright ridiculous. Honestly, who proofread this before publication?
Second, and most unforigvable, is some of the content. There are some bits of information which are simply WRONG. I haven't taken the time to go through and find them all, but to give an example, it incorrectly states the mandates of a certain copyright act (and I don't mean poorly states, I mean the information is contradictory to what the actual copyright act reads).
So I'm at a bit of a loss I guess. Honestly, I kinda wish I could get my money back. When you get past the bad english, it provides an interesting overview, but then you're always wondering "is this ACTUALLY how this law/fact is? or is this an error?", so you can't really feel like you can rely on it. One error alone was enough to make me question the entire integrity of the book as comprehensive resource.
Summary: might give you some direction on what to read further into, but not too much more than that.
Very Mediocre.......2006-05-21
Sorry, I can't agree with the previous rave review.
The book focuses mainly on the movie, TV and music industries. Sports, theater, and, for the most part publishing and electronic gaming are ignored (though of course some focus is to be expected in such a short book). The point of view tends to be that of an attorney representing talent, rather than representing a producer, a studio, an investor, etc.
Prof. Burr's choice of emphasis is odd in many places. For example, she spends 10 pages discussing the privileges and perils of celebrity. Aside from mentioning that Kobe Bryant, Robert Blake and others have been involved in criminal cases, there isn't any mention of legal issues; it's more like a rather tame piece of tabloid journalism. As a result, it seems as if chunks of her book are intended for a popular audience, rather than the typical Nutshell audience of law students or practicing attorneys.
The legal content is very haphazard. If you weren't aware of guild agreements or music performance rights societies, you can learn about them in this book. Prof. Burr introduces some collateral topics such as bankruptcy and trusts and estates law when discussing how entertainers squander their wealth (though to be accurate, she discusses celebrity bankruptcies, rather than bankruptcy law).
On the other hand, entertainment finance and the related securities and corporate law issues never are mentioned. Yet movie lawyers, at least in L.A., actually tend to be quite sophisticated about these topics. Completion bonds aren't discussed at all. TV syndication is mentioned only in passing.
The rights of publicity and privacy are discussed only in the context of celebrities - though they apply to ordinary folks too. If you're buying someone's "life rights", or want to shoot a documentary or publish an interview, you might not know from this text that you need to worry about these subjects.
(In addition, the description of the Eastwood v. Superior Court case (Calif. Court of Appeal 1983) concerning the "right of publicity" is slightly misleading. This right is characterized as a "property interest ... grounded in state staututes, common law, and the federal unfair competition act" (p. 288). In California, the common law right is a component of the right of privacy and is definitely NOT a property interest. Nor is the original California statutory right (Civil Code Sec. 3344) a property right, as the heirs of Bela Lugosi found in a famous case. After that decision, the California legislature passed Civil Code Sec. 3344.1, relating to knowing violations of the right of publicity of a deceased person; it is only this stautory right that is a property right.)
The chapter on entertainment contracts is especially scattered. The movie section has a good discussion of case law concerning "pay or play" provisions, but then jumps around. There's a long discussion of publishing contracts, though the publishing industry isn't mentioned anywhere else in the book. The concept of "turnaround" - one of the great IP inventions of entertainment lawyers - is mentioned only tangentially (as a writer's right of reacquisition) and in a different part of the book; you'll never find it in the scanty index. Generally, contracts are discussed in terms of case law, rather than in terms of the documentation customary in typical deals. This point of view may be helpful for litigators, but definitely isn't a deal lawyer perspective.
A last chapter on globalization mentions piracy in Thailand ca. 1992, but has nary a mention of China (book was written in 2004). Localization, local content requirements and international distribution issues aren't addressed at all.
The book is also marred by bad proofreading and bad editing, with chunks of text being repeated verbatim within a few pages of each other (e.g., compare p. 227 with p. 244, and p. 246 with p. 247). In lieu of this book, I'd recommend you consult a "legal issues for laypeople" type of book that focuses on the particular industry you're interested in, such as Mark Litwak's books or Erickson et al. for the movie business.
Entertaining book on entertainment law.......2004-10-31
This is an outstanding book that would be useful for students, lawyers and everyone interested in an entertainment career. Burr has an easy-to-read style and has great quotes from the players in the entertainment field. She's also great at explaining complicated topics. I would not go out to Hollywood without Burr's book in my suitcase!
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Duboff's Art Law in a Nutshell overviews art as an investment, from copyrights to trademarks, and examines issues involving museums and collecting. Subjects covered include the customs definition, international art movement, and the victim of war. Explores auctions; authentication; insurance; and tax problems for collectors, dealers, and artists. Also addresses the working artist, aid to the arts, moral and economic rights, and freedom of expression.
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The Israeli Economy, 1985¿1998: From Government Intervention to Market Economics
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From 1973 to 1985, the Israeli economy suffered a deep crisis: the growth rate declined, foreign debt increased, and inflation soared to annual rates of a few hundred percent. This book analyzes the structural reforms initiated between 1985 and 1998 that transformed the Israeli economy from one of heavy government intervention to a market-oriented, open economy. The reforms introduced fiscal discipline, increased central bank independence, and reduced government intervention in capital, labor, and financial markets. Also, competition was fostered in monopoly-controlled markets. The results of these reforms include, among others: a decline from 77 percent to 55 percent in the government expenditure portion of the gross domestic product, a decline from 65 percent of credit volume to 5 percent in government involvement in directing credit, and almost complete elimination of the tight control of the foreign-exchange market. These reforms, together with the mass migration into Israel from the former Soviet Union and the peace process with Israel’s neighbors, accelerated economic growth, particularly in the business sector.
Topics discussed include the impact of macroeconomic policy and structural reforms on growth, employment, inflation, balance of payments, and the rapid expansion of high-tech industry. The book also examines the consequent increase in income inequality and related problems.
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Doing Business with Jordan (Doing Business With...)
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Now in a fully revised second edition, Doing Business with Jordan is the most authoritative book available on business prospects and practice in this pivotal Middle Eastern state. It offers advice and information about the business and investment environment, including the legal and regulatory frameworks, finance and banking, and marketing issues unique to the country. Following the privatization of many formerly state-owned enterprises, Jordan provides a stable and vibrant commercial base for any international company wishing to invest in the region. The book looks at commercial opportunities in key industry sectors and profiles Jordan??'s special economic zones and the major Abdali construction project which is set to transform central Amman.
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An updated, revised, and significantly expanded second edition.......2007-07-10
Now in an updated, revised, and significantly expanded second edition, "Doing Business With Jordan: A Guide To Investment Opportunities & Business Practices" is an indispensable reference for any business or company seeking to do business in the Middle Eastern country of Jordan. Under the deft editorship of Philip Dew, "Doing Business With Jordan" presents an introduction to Jordan in terms of its geography, geology, history, and economy. Then such specific issues are presented with respect to the five sectors of electricity, agriculture, tourism, water, and 'The Regeneration of Downtown Amman'. Clearly presented 'how to' information is provided with respect to forming a business venture, the law of commercial agents and intermediaries, 'JIB' and 'FDI', and free zones. Aqaba special economic zones and development corporations are discussed in detail. Jordanian tax and regulatory are discussed at length as are the Amman stock exchange, as well as banking regulation and supervision. Of special note is the chapter devoted to media and advertising. "Doing Business With Jordan" concludes with up-to-date information on Jordanian labor laws, living and working conditions, residential and commercial property markets. Enhanced with three appendices providing useful addresses and contact details, general information, and contributor contact details, "Doing Business With Jordan" is an essential reference for any American corporation contemplating doing any kind of business in Jordan. Companies considering (or actively engaged in) doing business anywhere overseas should visit the Global Market Place website for a complete listing of all of the 'Doing Business' titles in their Global Market Briefings series.
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Doing Business with Jordan (Global Market Briefing)
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Doing Business with Jordan presents Global Market Briefings' authoritative and insightful advice and information about the business and investment environment in Jordan, including the legal and regulatory frameworks, finance and banking, and marketing issues unique to the country. Following the privatisations of many formerly state-owned enterprises, Doing Business with Jordan provides a valuable examination of many of Jordan's vibrant sectors, and there is in-depth analysis of Jordan's special economic zones. Furthermore, Jordan is playing an enhanced role as a hub for trade with Iraq.
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Doing Business with Jordan gives authoritative and insightful advice and information about the business and investment environment in Jordan, and the legal and regulatory frameworks, finance and banking, and marketing issues unique to the country. Following the privatisations of many formerly state-owned enterprises, it provides a valuable examination of many of Jordan's vibrant sectors, and there is in-depth analysis of Jordan's special economic zones and the part Jordan is playing as a hub for trade with Iraq. Contents include: Economic and political background; Sector Overviews of 11 key industry / business sectors; Establishing an Enterprise in Jordan; The Legal, Fiscal & Regulatory Framework; Finance & Banking; Marketing; Labour Issues; Living & Working; Customs & Attitudes.
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Capacity and Content: Internet Opportunities in the Arab Middle East
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The proliferation of Arabic-language Web content and reduced access fees are fueling rapid Internet uptake in the Middle East and placing new demands on the region's limited international bandwidth. The complex relationship between Internet usage patterns and bandwidth capacity constraints will determine new business opportunities in the Arab Middle East for telcos, Internet service providers (ISPs), applications developers, and content providers that service the region and for international capacity providers aspiring to overhaul and interconnect its infrastructure. This report offers an integrated study of the region’s Internet ecosystem, providing both operators and content previders with an in-depth understanding of the region and the opportunites within.
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The proliferation of Arabic-language Web content and reduced access fees are fueling rapid Internet uptake in the Middle East and placing new demands on the region's limited international bandwidth. The complex relationship between Internet usage patterns and bandwidth capacity constraints will determine new business opportunities in the Arab Middle East for telcos, Internet service providers (ISPs), applications developers, and content providers that service the region and for international capacity providers aspiring to overhaul and interconnect its infrastructure. This report offers an integrated study of the region’s Internet ecosystem, providing both operators and content previders with an in-depth understanding of the region and the opportunites within.
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Blackstone's Guide to the Consumer Credit Act 2006 (Blackstone's Guide)
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This new Guide to the Consumer Credit Act 2006 covers all of the new provisions, together with discussion of the growing importance of the internet and electronic technology to this area of the law, whilst also placing the new Act in the context of what has gone before. The commentary in the
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Consumer Credit & Consumer Hire
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The Consumer Credit Act 1974
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Consumer Credit Act 2006: Elizabeth II Chapter 14
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Guide to Consumer Credit and Hire Law
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Sale of Goods and Consumer Credit
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Sale of Goods and Consumer Credit (Concise College Texts)
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This Manual is divided into two sections. The first deals with sale of goods and covers all major aspects of this subject, extending beyond sales contracts to include contracts for the supply of goods and services. The author deals with the essential concepts of property transfer and respective obligations of each party to perform its side of the contract and the remedies available in default. Statutory protection in its various forms is discussed and the relevant statutory provisions are appropriately extracted for ease of reference. Particular attention is given to more recent legislation, to the contribution of the European Union in this area and to the problems of electronic commerce. The work also includes consideration of recent case law. The second section, dealing with Consumer Credit, explors the Consumer Credit Act 1974, explaining its difficult concepts with clarity. The discussion is all all time user-friendly, for example in the use of flowcharts and in concise explanation of the calculation of rebates on early settlement.
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