VLAA Workshops

Collecting Sales Tax Monday, March 4, 6:30-8:30 PM Does sales tax make you cringe? Accountant Branko Marusic, BDO, will make this subject less daunting by covering all the basics, including guidance on the recent Supreme Court decision that gave states the authority to require online retailers to collect sales tax—even if the business does not have a physical presence in the state. Ask an Entertainment Lawyer Monday, March 11, 6:30-8:30 PM Join a panel of experienced entertainment attorneys, including Eric F. Kayira, Kayira Law; Peter W Salsich III, Capes Sokol, Benjamin Siders, Lewis Rice, for a lively open discussion of legal and business issues. Anatomy of a Contract Monday, March 18, 6:30-8:30 PM Although many of us prefer to conduct our business on a handshake, vague verbal agreements can result in ugly mis­understandings. In addition to covering contract basics, this interactive session will help you sharpen your negotiation skills. Instructors: Attorney Mason McBride and Actor Michelle Hand Copyright Clinic Monday, April 8, 6:30-8:30 PM Do you have pressing questions about copyright? Here’s your chance to learn the fundamentals. Dan Cohn, Husch Blackwell and Erika Cohn, Saint Louis University School of Law will cover the basics. Then you’ll have an opportunity to spend 15 minutes talking to a volunteer lawyer. Consultations will be scheduled in person that evening and may not be available if you do not register in advance. Copyright Myth Busters  Monday, April 22, 6:30-8:30 PM  FREE (but please register) Attorney Michael Kahn, Capes Sokol, will debunk widespread misperceptions about copyright, such as: registration is required to get copyright protection; if it’s on the internet, its free; background music on YouTube videos is a fair use and more. Presented in collaboration with the Copyright Alliance and celebrating World IP Week. Business Edge workshops are held at at The Stage at KDHX, 3524 Washington Avenue in Grand Center. Metered street parking (and free parking along Samuel Shepard Drive). Register at least 24 hours in advance and pay $10. Tuition is $15 at the door. Can’t afford to pay? Please contact us to request a scholarship.

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