Industry

Media & Entertainment

Australia’s media and entertainment industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by a blend of digital content production, broadcasting, and live events. As the sector expands, businesses face key challenges around intellectual property protection, compliance with broadcasting regulations, and resolving disputes related to artist contracts or licensing agreements. The rise of streaming platforms has heightened the need for effective content protection and digital licensing solutions. Additionally, the industry must navigate the balance between freedom of speech and defamation risks, while ensuring that intellectual property rights for films, music, and digital content are properly managed.

Astris Law assists media production companies, streaming platforms, and individual artists in protecting their creative works and managing the legal complexities of the entertainment industry. The firm ensures content, including films, music tracks, and digital artwork, is properly protected through copyright registration, trademarking, and design protection. For businesses involved in broadcasting and streaming, Astris Law provides guidance on compliance with Australian Communications and Media Authority standards, ensuring content and licensing agreements meet regulatory requirements. Defamation litigation is an emerging concern in media and entertainment.

When legal issues arise, Astris Law through Phronesis offers focused expertise in managing defamation cases and resolving contract disputes between artists, production companies, and distributors. By combining legal expertise with industry insight, the firm helps protect creative projects and business ventures, allowing clients to focus on innovation while addressing legal complexities.

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