Graffiti artists just won millions against a property owner. How to ensure it doesn't happen to you
Legal experts advise negotiating terms upfront and giving artists a 90-day notice before destroying a work of art in order to avoid running afoul of the Visual Artists Rights Act
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 13
5 Pointz prior to paint-over
US Supreme Court declines to consider appeal from G&M Realty arguing that $6.75M lower court ruling violated property owner's due process rights
5 Pointz prior to paint-over
A landmark verdict in a case that could forever change how building owners treat the artwork on their properties
5 Pointz prior to paint-over
The ruling handed down in favor of street artists may change how real estate developers handle art nationwide
What the 5 Pointz graffiti whitewashing case could mean for real estate owners
If artists prevail in the trial, developers may be obligated to draft wide-ranging contractual stipulations