Code v. Code: The Street Code Versus the Legal Code: Rethinking Your Business Transactions

by Ellakisha Mba Jd O'Kelley

Overview

Code v. Code is the long-standing battle between cultural practices and legal policies when it comes to commercial dealings in sports, entertainment, and small businesses. From the unknown up-and-comer to the well-known public figure, mishandlings in contracts, trademark, copyright, and right of publicity has landed many entertainers, athletes, and entrepreneurs on the "I wish I would've known" conveyor belt. The adage 'the players change, but the game remains the same' sums it up very well. If you are considering entering or currently are in any of these industries, educating yourself on the legal basics should not be an option. Attaining knowledge is potential power; doing something with the knowledge is power. This empowerment guide provides information to help you with the former and encourages you to do the latter.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781735498300
Publisher:	CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date:	10/10/2020
Pages:	180
Product dimensions:	5.24(w) x 7.99(h) x 0.38(d)

About the Author

Ellakisha is a native of Albany, NY, and currently resides in Georgia. She represents the legal interest of clients in music, film & television, sports, and literary arts nationwide. She has navigated these industries as a competitive USA track athlete, NCAA Div II head coach, and entrepreneur in sports & entertainment. She uses her experiential background as a businesswoman and former professional athlete to effectuate change in the sports, entertainment, and entrepreneurial spaces. Ellakisha considers herself an empowerment educator and change agent for vulnerable groups in these industries. As a transactional attorney, she believes her clients' battles are best fought on the 8x11, and the secret weapon is the mighty pen. She is a strong advocate for ownership: owning your talent, owning yourself, and owning your actions.