Who inherited Jimi Hendrix’s estate? The answer is more complicated than many might assume. This article explores the distribution of his fortune, the legal disputes that followed, and who ultimately controls his estate today... 06 Feb

Legendary Legal Battle: The Heavily Contested Estate of Jimi Hendrix

This article will discuss three of the main types of IP rights in Canada and explore why having a will is essential for dealing with IP after death and for safeguarding IP assets for future generations. 28 Jan

Estate Planning For Intellectual Property Protection

This guide explores the importance of incorporating intellectual property into estate planning, the challenges involved, and actionable steps to handle these rights effectively. 10 Jan

Guide to Handling Intellectual Property Rights in Your Estate Plan

Unique assets often fall outside the typical scope of financial portfolios or real property, requiring specialized knowledge, valuation, and management. 06 Jan

High Net Worth Estates: The Challenges of Unique Assets

The digital age has ushered in a paradigm shift in estate planning and administration... This article will delve deeper into the complexities of digital asset succession in Ontario, discussing the challenges faced, potential solutions, and the evolving legal landscape. 25 Oct

The Evolving Landscape of Digital Asset Succession

This article delves into the estates of five legendary individuals: Bob Ross, Stan Lee, Michael Jackson, Marilyn Monroe, and Paul Walker. These inheritance battles shed light on the significance of explicit planning for intellectual property. 26 Apr

Legendary Lessons: Protecting Intellectual Property

Suit claimed Dudesy podcast violated Carlin’s copyright, calling it ‘a casual theft of a great American artist’s work’... The lawsuit was one of the first in the US to focus on the legality of deepfakes imitating a celebrity’s likeness. 03 Apr

George Carlin’s Estate Settles Lawsuit Over “AI Doppelganger”

As generative AI brings dead celebrities back to life, we must rethink the rights of the deceased. Changes are due in privacy, consumer protection and property laws, University at Buffalo legal scholar Mark Bartholomew says... 24 Jan

Generative AI: Rethinking the Legal Rights of the Deceased

Daughters of late Hollywood legend Paul Newman filed a lawsuit against the Newman's Own Foundation (NOF), claiming their father's legacy is "under assault" by the "very organization he founded in an effort to preserve and expand that legacy." 23 Aug

Paul Newman’s Daughters Claim Father’s Legacy is ‘Under Assault’

James Brown’s Estate Reaches Settlement After Nearly 15-Year Dispute | Curated Content | Celebrity Estates | Estates Gone Wrong 20 Jul

James Brown’s Estate Reaches Settlement After Lengthy Dispute

Inside The Bitter Family Feuds of America’s Richest Billionaire Clans 17 Dec

Inside The Bitter Feuds of America’s Richest Families

Battles over Marilyn Monroe's estate shed light on the challenges of protecting intellectual property rights posthumously. Disputes emerged over the ownership and commercial use of her image and likeness.  21 Nov

Marilyn Monroe’s Estate Continues to Make People Rich… But Who???