There are countless areas of the law that impact the adult entertainment industry.

The Child Protection and Obscenity Enforcement Act of 1988 is a United States Act of Congress and part of the United States code, which places stringent record-keeping requirements on the producers of actual sexually explicit materials. The guidelines for enforcing these laws (commonly known as 2257…

Contrary to most people’s belief, disputes are not solely resolved in a court of law. Various types of disputes are either required or voluntarily go through a process known as Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”). ADR can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but the…

Our attorneys have assisted in the creation and growth of businesses across the United States and throughout the world. We have also helped entrepreneurs and small businesses build sound foundations for long-term success, recognizing that the goals of closely-held businesses typically differ greatly from large corporations…

Unfortunately, when two or more parties cannot resolve their disputes amicably, litigation may be the only remaining option for an aggrieved party. Civil litigation is a legal dispute between two or more parties whereby the plaintiff(s) in the action may be seeking money damages or specific…

Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (“CDA”) is arguably one of the most important laws that all e-commerce operators should be deeply familiar with. 47 U.S. Code §230 explicitly states, “No Provider or user of an interactive computer service shall be treated as the publisher…

Contract law determines when promises are enforceable. A legally enforceable contract typically has an offer, acceptance and consideration. Contracts need to be formed by competent and consenting parties in order to constitute a legal agreement. Regardless of the subject matter of the contract, contract drafting, interpreting…

Copyright is a legal right created by the law of a county or jurisdiction that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution, usually for a limited time, with the intention of enabling the creator to receive compensation related to…

The thought of being investigated, indicted, charged or accused of any criminal offense can be a miserable experience. Since the inception of the firm and since the beginning of his career, Corey D. Silverstein, has represented countless individuals and businesses that have been the subject of…

Our Attorneys were First on the Scene in providing legal advice related to Cryptocurrency. Welcome to the new world of cryptocurrencies (digital currencies or virtual currencies), depending on what you want to call it. Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are undoubtedly here to stay and their presence…

Today’s world is dominated by technology, invention and innovation. People and businesses alike depend on the faster exchange of information and data. In order to accommodate today’s demands on information exchange, e-commerce and the collection of personal and sensitive data is not only common-place but it…

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is a United States copyright law that implements two 1996 treaties of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). It criminalizes production and dissemination of technology, devices, or services intended to circumvent measures (commonly known as Digital Rights Management or DRM)…

As the world-wide-web continues to grow and more individuals and businesses develop online presences, disputes related to domain names has grown exponentially. Domain name disputes arise for numerous reasons including but not limited to intellectual property disputes, and domain hijacking. Fortunately, there are numerous potential options…

Drunk Driving / Operating While Intoxicated (“OWI”) / Driving Under the Influence (“DUI”) First things first, don’t panic. If you have been charged with an alcohol or drug related driving offense, you are probably experiencing a wide range of emotions including, confusion, anger, guilt, embarrassment, and…

If you are an online business operator, legal compliance should be at the top of your list of priorities. Arguably at the top of your legal priorities list should be the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”). The FTC is an independent agency of the United States government,…

United States Constitution - Amendment I Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for…

If you already own or operate an online gaming business or want to start your own online gaming business, then stop and look no further. Gaming law is one of the most complex areas of the law and is a minefield of rules and regulations. Being…

Intellectual Property ("IP") are creations of the mind. IP often includes inventions, literary and artistic works, designs and symbols, and names and images used in commerce. Intellectual Property Law (“IP Law”) is the area of the law that deals with protecting the rights of those who…

Internet Law or Cyber Law (used interchangeably) are terms used that encapsulate the legal issues related to the use of the Internet. Both Internet Law and Cyber Law cover many different areas of the law including internet access and usage, privacy, freedom of expression, and jurisdiction.…

We now live in a world dominated by news headlines involving internet privacy. Every single internet user is concerned about their privacy online and now more than ever websites and businesses with an online presence must dedicate resources to data privacy. Malware, spyware and viruses are…

The United States has constitutional protection for freedom of speech, which is not interpreted to protect every utterance. The United States Supreme Court has found that, when used in the context of the First Amendment, the word "obscenity" is usually limited to content that directly refers…

Currently, over 100 billion emails are sent and received each day. It is projected that business email will account for 132 billion emails sent and received per day by the end of 2017. Taking these numbers into account it’s no wonder that countries across the world…

A trade secret is a formula, practice, process, design, instrument, pattern, commercial method, or compilation of information which is not generally known or reasonably ascertainable by others, which a business can obtain an economic advantage over competitors or customers. Here are some examples of trade secrets:…

A trademark is a word, phrase, or logo that identifies the source of goods or service. According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (“WIPO”), a trademark is a recognizable sign, design or expression which distinguishes products or services of a particular trader from the similar products…

The internet has undoubtedly become the world leader in the commercial sale of both products and services. The internet is filled with websites that offer products ranging from the sale of tangible goods (examples: books, cars, computers, telephones, television screens, office supplies, paper, etc.) to the…

These practice areas are not intended to be a complete list of the areas of law that this firm practices. Our firm also assists our clients with trademark clearance, prosecution, monitoring and enforcement; intellectual property licensing and transfers; software licensing; asset purchase agreements; business acquisitions; financial…