The PRINCE Act and “Name and Likeness” Rights: Sword and Shield?

Lawmakers in Minnesota are acting quickly to pass the PRINCE Act, which is intended to protect one’s – specifically, Prince’s – name, voice, and likeness from unauthorized use for a 50-year period after death.  The law is aimed at protecting Prince’s legacy and the right of his estate to control future marketing of and revenues […]

Enforcing Death Provisions in Premarital and Postmarital Agreements

A premarital agreement is a contract between prospective spouses that defines each spouse’s property rights and obligations in the event of death or dissolution.  A postmarital agreement is a contract between spouses who have no immediate plans to divorce and can do the same things that a premarital agreement can do.  Some agreements require a […]