Care Awards 2008
“Cirque du CARE” was the theme for the 2008 CARE Awards, highlighting what a crazy, funny, unpredictable and amazing business Hollywood is. April 13th was a hot California day and…
Care Awards 2007
The Colors Of Our Life On March 25, 2007, the attendees of CARE 2007 enjoyed another sunny and fun-filled day at Universal Studios Theme Park. After walking the press filled…
Industry Terminology
The internet has many helpful lists of terms specific to the entertainment industry. It’s always great to be as knowledgeable as possible about the vocabulary, and the correct way to…
Care Awards 2006
The Universal Studios marquee on Lankershim greeted guests on March 18, 2006. Arriving and entering Universal Studios through a private gate, awardees proceeded to the Globe Theatre via a red…
Motion Capture Movie Contracts
MOTION CAPTURE AND MOVIE CONTRACTS James Pinchak, ESQ. New technology, motion performance also known as motion capture, performance capture ,“mo cap,” has caused unforeseen problems in drafting contracts between producers…
Who Do You Believe?
We’ve heard rumblings that some people think the topic of scams in the talent industry is controversial and unclear. There are those who will claim to be against scams, but…
SLAPP Lawsuit Summary
Nedgam Productions, Edge 1 Productions v. BizParentz and Anne Henry In 2009, Bizparentz was sued for defamation along with Disney/ABC News, and three Better Business Bureaus. We were sued in…
Bankruptcies
Bankruptcies that may affect child performers and their families What is Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy laws help people who can no longer pay their creditors get a fresh start – by liquidating…
Payroll Companies
ABS Entertainment Payroll Services 2600 W. Olive Ave., 5th Floor Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 848-9200 info@abspayroll.net www.abspayroll.com American Residuals & Talent (310)734-4108 www.artpayroll.com Cast & Crew Entertainment Services 2300 Empire…
Social Security
To Do List: Verifying Social Security Information Reported for Your Child Actor We know, we know…social security seems like a long way away. But you need to think about your…