What it means for independent music creators

After 5 years, the Help Independent Tracks Succeed (HITS) Act is finally signed into law! Here's what you need to know:

Tax Break!

The HITS Act provides tax relief for you (independent artists, songwriters, and labels) by allowing up to $150,000 in music production expenses to be deducted in the year they are incurred.

Parity with other Creative Sectors

It aligns the music industry with other creative sectors, such as film, television, and live theater, which already benefit from similar tax incentives.

A Win for Independent Creators

It is a victory for independent music creators like you, who struggle to compete against the market power of big tech platforms.

Let's spread the word to your independent music artist/engineer/producer communities - share this post!

Thoughts or questions on the HITS Act? Drop them in the comments.

Sources: The Recording Academy, American Association of Independent Music, National Independent Talent Organization, Pollstar

It takes a village.

Our Client Spotlight is on the impactful work of the Colorado Perinatal Mental Health Project (CO PMHP) for moms, birthers, and parents in Colorado.

What is the Colorado Perinatal Mental Health Project (CO PMHP) and The Birth Squad?

CO PMHP's "The Birth Squad" provides high quality, low- to no-cost support and programming to moms and birthers during pregnancy and the postpartum period. It is rooted in community and equity and is intentionally created with the understanding that we all need support, community and a village as we move through pregnancy and childbirth into early parenthood. The Birth Squad invites folks to come as they are, access support, and find the community we all need.

If you or someone you know could benefit from mental health support and community offered by the Birth Squad, please get in touch with them through their website and social accounts!

Trademark registration: Expense or investment?!

If you're a creative business owner trying to decide whether to register your trademark, this guide is for you.

It can be tricky to see the value and power in a trademark, so if you need an experienced team to better understand how it can benefit your business, Creative Law Network is here for you. Send us a message and we'll reach out to you!

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Find out all you need to know about the business side of a music career at the final class of "Own Your Sound: Master the Business of Music" brought to you by Colorado Attorneys for the Arts (CAFTA) and Colorado Music Industry Alliance (CMIA)!

Dave Ratner will conclude the six-week series about the law and business of music to secure your rights, collect your revenue, and have a successful career. From the first to last session, it's all for FREE!! The virtual sessions are held weekly on Monday nights from 6:00 – 7:30 pm, wrapping up this April 7.

You can still sign up! Register here

Questions? Send us a message.

Are creatives and artists the same?

Who are creatives?

Are you one of them?

As a law firm serving creative individuals and businesses, we've worked with clients of various industries and specialties. Here are a few examples of creatives we love working with.

P.S. We're sure this list is not complete! What would you add?

Launching a creative business in 2025?

Here are 6 facts to know about trademarks as you brainstorm about your brand.

SAY IT WITH ME:

What if you stepped into 2025 with confidence—because the legal side of your biz is taken care of while you do what you do best.

• Filing with your state’s Secretary of State, 

• operating agreements, 

• vendor agreements, 

• independent contractor agreements, 

• licenses, 

• trademarks, 

• and copyrights 

will overwhelm you no more, with a supportive, experienced legal team on your side.

Let's make 2025 your best year yet!

I WILL FIGHT FOR YOU

"I commit to using you consistently and correctly, and watching out so others don't steal you. I will fight for you and renew my ownership for as long as I should."

A trademark is an incredibly valuable asset—so take the time, effort and resources to ensure things are in order and done correctly! 

Need help in protecting and growing your trademark and brand? Our experienced lawyers at Creative Law Network are experts in trademark law. We'll gladly help you at all stages of registering and maintaining your trademark.

Raise your hand if this is you.