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Got a takedown notice? Don’t panic — do this instead.

Published on: 5th June, 2025

Using a podcast to grow your business? Then you’re also stepping into the world of media law — and you need to know how to protect yourself.

In this episode, attorney I'm sharing some cautionary tales, and explaining how to respond to DMCA takedown notices, avoid common mistakes, and keep your marketing platform safe from legal trouble.

Topics Covered:

  • What DMCA takedowns really mean for your business
  • The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when responding
  • How to determine if a claim is valid or bogus
  • When to file a counter-notice — and how
  • Where to get a legally compliant DMCA counter-notice template
  • How to prevent future takedowns before they happen

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Gordon Firemark (gordonfiremark.com) has practiced media and entertainment law in Los Angeles since 1992. Widely known as The Podcast Lawyer™ (ThePodcastLawyer.com), he has spent his career helping creative industry professionals make deals that make sense, and that get their productions developed, financed, produced and distributed. His practice also covers copyrights, trademarks, business transactions, and corporate matters for clients in media and entertainment.