The Lomnitzer Law Firm, P.A.

15 Sep 2026

What Does a Sports Lawyer Do? A Guide for Florida Athletes and Teams

For athletes and sports organizations, success on the field is only part of the equation. Modern sports careers involve contracts, endorsements, name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities, intellectual property, licensing, sponsorships, and sometimes disputes. With so much at stake, having...

Contracts Entertainment Law Music Law

12 Sep 2026

What Musicians Need to Know About Recording Contracts Before Signing

For musicians, signing a recording contract can feel their big break and the moment their career is finally taking off. A record label may offer funding, distribution, marketing, access to producers, and an opportunity to reach a much larger audience....

7 Sep 2026

Copyright vs. Trademark vs. Patent: What’s the Difference?

When you're building a business, creating original content, inventing a new product, or launching a recognizable brand, protecting your intellectual property is just as important as protecting your physical assets. Yet many business owners, entrepreneurs, artists, and inventors mistakenly believe...

Commercial Litigation Copyright Law Copyright Litigation Cyber Law Infringement Intellectual Property

2 Sep 2026

AI Copyright Infringement: What Disney’s Case Against Midjourney Means for Creators

Artificial intelligence has transformed the creative landscape. From generating artwork and marketing materials to producing music, videos, and written content, AI tools have become an everyday part of business and creative workflows. However, these technological advances have also raised one...

Commercial Litigation Intellectual Property Patent Litigation

21 Aug 2026

Federal Judge Dismisses Sports Scoring System Patent Suit: A Win for Our Client

A recent ruling in the Southern District of Florida brings a clear and decisive outcome to a long‑running inventorship dispute involving a patent for a sports scoring system. U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams has dismissed the lawsuit filed by Eddie...

Contracts NIL Sports Law

18 Aug 2026

NIL Contracts 101: What Every College Athlete Needs to Know Before Signing

College athletics has entered a new era. Thanks to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities, student-athletes can now earn income from endorsement deals, sponsorships, social media partnerships, appearances, merchandise, and licensing agreements. For many athletes, NIL represents a life-changing opportunity...

Entertainment Law

13 Aug 2026

What Does an Entertainment Lawyer Actually Do?

The entertainment industry is fueled by creativity, innovation, and intellectual property. Whether you're a musician recording your first album, a filmmaker producing an independent movie, a social media influencer building a brand, or a startup developing AI-powered creative tools, protecting...

Intellectual Property Trademark Law Trademark Litigation

11 Aug 2026

How to Register a Trademark: Step-by-Step Guide for Entrepreneurs

For entrepreneurs, your brand is often your most valuable business asset. Your business name, logo, slogan, and product names distinguish you from competitors and help customers recognize your company. Without proper trademark protection, another business could use similar branding, create...

8 Aug 2026

What is Intellectual Property? A Plain-English Guide for Florida Business Owners

Intellectual property (IP) is often one of the most valuable assets a business owns, yet many Florida business owners are unsure of what it actually includes or how to protect it. Whether you're launching a startup, building a recognizable brand,...

3 Aug 2026

Sony vs. AI Music Generators: What the recent $9 Billion Copyright Battle Means for Artists and Songwriters

Artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every creative industry, and the music business is no exception. AI-powered music generators can now produce songs in seconds, mimic famous artists' vocal styles, compose original melodies, and generate lyrics with minimal human input. While...

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