Legal Fact Sheets
The fact sheets below provide information on a number of legal issues that may affect artists.
5 Things You Should Know About the Law
5 things your small arts business should totally know about the law.
Visual Art and Copyright
Explanation of the relationship between copyrights, and the sale of physical artwork.
Filing a Small Claims Lawsuit in MN
A guide to filing a small claims case in Minnesota state court.
Termination Rights
Sell a copyright years gone by? Looking to get it back, you just might be able to.
Strikes vs Lockouts
Explanation of the differences between these two forms of labor disputes.
Tax Deductions for Charitable Donation of Art
Explanation of the tax laws surrounding the donation of art.
Copyright of Fashion
Explanation of why clothing designs are currently not protected by copyright law.
First Sale Doctrine
Explanation of the doctrine that permits the re-sale of things like used books, and artwork.