Studio Legal

26/11/2024

Thank you Yoga Australia for appointing us as your legal partner!

Yoga Australia is pleased to announce our new industry partnership with Studio Legal. Yoga Australia CEO, Josh Pryor, expresses his support, "It has been a pleasure working with the team at Studio Legal. Their savvy and dedication is a breath of fresh air."

As part of this partnership, Studio Legal will offer a range of ready-to-use and customised legal products exclusively for Yoga Australia members at special rates. Available services include contractor and employment agreement templates, membership terms and conditions, liability waivers, website terms, lease reviews, shareholder agreements, trademark assistance, and more.

Log in to your Member Dashboard to access your exclusive member-only pricing.

16/05/2023

Lots of creative concepts and legal content brewing in…..’The Studio’.

Stay tuned!

12/05/2023

Last month, the ACCC released its Digital Platform Services Inquiry (Interim Report No. 6).⁠
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The report examined competition and consumer issues associated with social media services in Australia and analysed how social media is used by consumers, businesses, advertisers and influencers. ⁠
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Surprisingly (or maybe not surprisingly?), the ACCC reported that 81% of influencer posts they had reviewed included potentially misleading endorsements and testimonials.⁠
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This shows influencers (generally) are still getting across the law and how to comply with relevant advertising codes, including importantly the AANA Code of Ethics. More education is obviously required.⁠
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Swipe for a refresher and some hot tips on how influencers and marketing agencies can comply with the AANA's Code of Ethics. ⁠

Read the full blog here -
https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/ad-the-new-rules-of-social-media-advertising-that-influencers-need-to-know/

If you'd like to chat about the above, contact us via email at [email protected].

They say a picture tells a thousand words. However, in 2021, you may have to include a in your social media posts if you want to stay out of trouble!

08/05/2023

Got talent? But need help managing and commercialising your personal brand?⁠
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Talent managers can be key to helping you to define your business and marketing strategy, grow your reach, receive more work and develop a long standing career!⁠
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So - you’ve been approached by a talent manager who wants to work with you. What comes next? ⁠
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Well, you need to negotiate and agree on the terms of your talent management agreement (ideally with the help of your entertainment lawyer – this is not something you want to DIY).⁠

In this week's blog, Harry Croft (Senior Associate) and Jennifer Tutty (Principal) have collated a list of 7 key things talent need to look out for when signing a talent management agreement. ⁠

For more info, check out our blog now: https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/understanding-your-talent-management-agreement-7-key-tips-for-talent/

If you'd like to chat about the above, contact us via email at [email protected].

05/05/2023

We were happy to wake up to the news that Ed Sheeran won his USA copyright infringement claim (yes, he's a guilty musical pleasure for a few of our team).

The news is a relief, as now he won't be giving up music like he threatened to do if he lost the case. Phew.

And of course, because we love a good music copyright court decision, we have broken down the reasons Ed won, so you can flex your legal knowledge when discussing the case at your social events on the weekend.

Swipe across to read our simplified breakdown.

You're welcome!

Photo source: Getty/Michael M. Santiago, shared for the purpose of reporting the news.

04/05/2023

The next edition of our 'Create Confidently' newsletter comes out today. We wrap up all the legal highlights from the last month in a nice little package delivered direct to your inbox.⁠
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It contains important and practical legal tips, news, insights and information to help creative Australians run great businesses.⁠
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Keep yourself informed! ⁠
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You can find the sign up link here - https://studiolegal.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=e4c29e2ab53836986f42fcbe3&id=381dc2ce27 or enter the details at the bottom of our website - www.studiolegal.com.au.

27/04/2023

Introducing a new segment to our socials... the series.

For this series, we've collated some of the most burning legal questions our clients commonly ask us.

Over the next few months, we will share these questions with you... plus the answers (of course) in plain easy to digest english.
So, level up your legal knowledge in a flash and apply some new smarts to your business.

Good thinking 99!

Looking for legal assistance? Get in touch with us via email at [email protected] or through our online form: https://www.quotientapp.com/.../41558.../form

18/04/2023

Shareholders agreements are an important mechanism that set out the rights and obligations of shareholders and ensure the smooth running of a company.

In todays blog, Harry Croft and Jennifer Tutty outline 7 key components of these agreements.

For more info, check out our blog now: https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/7-key-considerations-for-a-shareholders-agreement/

If you'd like to chat about the above, contact us via email at [email protected].

11/04/2023

Have you ever walked into Aldi and noticed how closely its product packaging resembles well known brands?

In this week's blog post, Jennifer Tutty (Principal), Alyce Evans and Lucy Diggle discuss Aldi's 'close, but not too close' branding strategy, and the latest lawsuit brought against the supermarket giant by an Aussie snack food brand.

For more info, check out our blog now: https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/aldi-sued-for-copyright-infringement-by-aussie-snack-brand-studio-legal/

If you'd like to chat about the above, contact us via email at [email protected].

03/04/2023

Looking to launch your own bar? Or, perhaps, you already have?

While we may not be masters of mixology or qualified sommeliers, when it comes to opening up a new bar, we understand the key business legals required.

Whether you’re a seasoned hospitality expert or new business owner, we highly recommend you scroll through our top tips!

For more info, check out our blog now: https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/opening-a-bar-sip-back-and-read-our-5-key-legal-tips/
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If you'd like to chat about the above, contact us via email at [email protected].

23/03/2023

Influencer marketing and the exchanging of social media posts for gifts and free products has boomed over the past few years.

However, there are still a lot of unknowns surrounding these sorts of transactions. In particular, many are questioning whether influencers are required to declare non-cash payments (such as gifts) as income in their tax return and whether influencers need to pay tax on these sorts of payments.

In today's blog post Principal Jennifer Tutty and Senior Associate Harry Croft, answer key questions influencers are asking in relation to receiving gifts and free products, as well as what income tax obligations they need to be aware of.

For more info, check out our blog now: https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/do-i-have-to-pay-income-tax-on-gifts-and-other-free-products-a-guide-for-influencers/
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If you'd like to chat about the above, contact us via email at [email protected].

20/03/2023

8 key questions influencers should be asking brands before agreeing to a talent agreement. ⁠
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Q1: WHAT EXACTLY DO I HAVE TO DO FOR YOU?⁠
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Make sure the scope of the services and things you have to deliver is clearly defined in writing. You can never be too detailed. ⁠
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Q2: HOW LONG WILL THE AGREEMENT LAST FOR AND IS IT LIMITED TO A PARTICULAR TERRITORY?⁠
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If you know the length of the contract, and what location it applies in, you will be able to better plan other opportunities around the contract. ⁠
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Q3: AM I REQUIRED TO BE EXCLUSIVE TO YOUR BRAND? OR ARE THERE ANY OTHER RESTRICTIONS PLACED ON ME IN RELATION TO THE CONTRACT?⁠
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Be wary of contracts that limit your ability to work with other brands. If the contract requires exclusivity…consider whether you’re getting paid enough to agree to exclusivity obligations or other restrictions. ⁠
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Q4: DO I OWN THE MARKETING ASSETS I CREATE FOR YOU UNDER THE CONTRACT OR WILL YOU OWN THEM? ⁠
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Where possible, choose to ‘licence’ IP to brands, rather than transferring ownership. More importantly, make sure you don’t mistakenly transfer IP you need for other projects. ⁠
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Q5: WHAT RIGHTS DO YOU HAVE TO USE THE MARKETING ASSETS I CREATE FOR YOU? ⁠
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You need to understand for how long, in what location and via what media the brand can use the marketing assets you create for it. Limit the usage rights for a certain fee. Charge more if the brand wants additional uses. ⁠
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Q6: CAN I APPROVE THE FINAL VERSION OF ANY MARKETING ASSETS BEFORE YOU PUBLISH THEM? ⁠
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To protect your brand and reputation, it’s best to sign-off on final assets before use. Make sure this is in the contract. ⁠
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Q7: CAN I USE THE MARKETING ASSETS, AND YOUR BRAND'S NAME/LOGO FOR MY OWN SELF- PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES? ⁠
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Always make sure you can use the final assets on your own socials and other platforms. You should also get pre-approval to list the brand as a client. ⁠
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Q8: WHAT ARE YOU PAYING ME (I.E. CASH, NON-CASH BENEFITS AND/OR SUPER) AND WHEN WILL YOU PAY ME?⁠
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The fee (incl. cash and non-cash component) should be agreed in writing. Insist on being paid super on top of the fee. ⁠
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For more info, check out our blog now: https://studiolegal.com.au/blog/8-key-questions-influencers-should-ask-brands-before-signing-a-talent-agreement/