Signing Record Label Contract

Summary

Getting your heavy metal band signed involves understanding contract law, intellectual property, and trademarking. Record deals are binding contracts, so review them with a lawyer. Ensure your music is copyrighted and consider trademarking your band name for exclusive rights. For trademarking in California, search the USPTO database, file an application, provide a specimen, and pay fees.

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How would you go about trademarking a band name?
To trademark your band name in California, here's a simplified process:
*. Search: Ensure the name is unique by searching the USPTO database.
*. Application: File a trademark application with the USPTO.
*. Specimen: Provide a specimen showing the band name used in commerce.
*. Fees: Pay the necessary filing fees.
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