
About this episode
Summary:
Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, addresses a viewer's question about having a minor as a co-host on their podcast. This episode covers the enforceability of minors' contracts, the sufficiency of parent signatures, the court-approval process in various states, and other significant legal and business concerns when working with minors in media and entertainment. Additionally, we discuss Leonardo DiCaprio's early career and the impact of voiding his contracts as a minor.
Key Points:
- Enforceability of contracts with minors.
- The role and sufficiency of parent signatures.
- States offering court approval for minors' contracts in entertainment.
- Additional legal and business considerations (labor laws, education requirements, safety, and privacy).
- Leonardo DiCaprio's early career example and its legal implications.
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