Legal Question in Entertainment Law in California
Talent management Contract
Ok,
So I'm thinking about signing with a
talent manager. However, here are
some of my problems. I liked them
both a lot, but I just want to make
sure I'll be cool, if something happens
in the future with them.
Ok, so in one of the terms/conditions
of the contract, the ''...actor is
obligated to pay commission through
the complete term of the contract''
even if the ''actor requests to be
released of manager services after
the 90 day conditional agreement.''
Here's the other thing I'm worried
about, ''...contract is for 1 year and
will be automatically renewed for
three years without written
termination by either Manager or
Agent.'' So, does that mean I can't
get out of it after a year if I want to?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Talent management Contract
Based on what you site from the agreement there are some definite red flags. If you are giving the manager a 90 trial period then they are not entitled to commission on a full contract...if you don't keep them on as your manager then there is a problem so they should not get paid. Also, usually automatic renewal clauses are in favor of the person who drafts them. I can't give you a full analysis without seeing the full contract but you definitely need to have it reviewed. Do not sign it as it reads now.
Thank you.
Richard
Re: Talent management Contract
How can any attorney advise you unless you bring them the contract? Who cares if you like them. Have you researched them? For example, have you researched the court records to see if they have been involved in any lawsuits? Have you asked them for references? Have you at least googled them?
Spend some money and have the contract reviewed by your own lawyer -before- you sign. It will save you money in the long run. If they won't give you a copy to have your lawyer review it, or if they demand you sign right now or else, RUN.
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