Can rap lyrics be used to convict someone? In courtrooms across the U.S., the answer is increasingly: Yes. Here’s the legal framework—and why it’s so controversial.

Someone posted a damaging video about you on YouTube. Can you take it down? Most people think the answer is simple—but legally, it’s not. Here’s what actually works (and what can get you in trouble).

Music is everywhere in sports—from stadium entrance music to halftime shows. But do sporting events actually need permission to play those songs? In this article, we break down the copyright rules and music licensing requirements for sporting events and broadcasts.