Entertainment & Business Litigation
When the stakes are high, you need a lawyer who understands your goals and has the experience to achieve them. Eagan Law brings sophisticated legal judgment and a track record in high-profile matters to every engagement.
Effective entertainment and business litigation requires more than knowing the law — it requires strategic judgment, sound counsel and the credibility that comes from years of high-profile practice.
Todd Eagan has that experience. He spent years as a partner at Lavely & Singer, a Los Angeles litigation powerhouse, before founding Eagan Law. His background in high-profile, complex matters gives him a distinct advantage at every stage — and the judgment to pursue resolution, negotiation or litigation as the situation demands.
Whether you are a business facing an unfounded claim, an individual whose reputation has been harmed or a party wronged in a commercial transaction, Todd personally develops and executes a litigation strategy aligned with your goals.
Entertainment industry disputes frequently involve arbitration clauses — in guild agreements, distribution deals, talent contracts and studio agreements. Understanding whether a matter belongs in arbitration or court, and how to use that choice strategically, is often the first critical decision in any entertainment litigation matter.
Eagan Law handles a full range of entertainment and business litigation matters — from breach of contract and NDA disputes to defamation and reputation claims, privacy torts and CVPA claims and rights of publicity disputes. Many of these claims arise alongside employment disputes — particularly for executives and talent in the entertainment industry.
Strategic Representation
Todd Eagan brings sound legal judgment and the experience to evaluate the full range of options — giving clients a meaningful advantage at every stage of a dispute.
State & Federal Court Admissions
Admitted to the State Bar of California, State Bar of New York, U.S. District Courts for the Central and Northern Districts of California and the Northern and Southern Districts of New York and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth and Tenth Circuits.
Former Partner at Lavely & Singer
One of Los Angeles' most respected litigation firms — Todd brings that institutional experience and network to every client matter at Eagan Law.
Entertainment & Business Litigation
Business & Commercial Disputes
Business relationships break down. When they do, the consequences can be severe — lost revenue, damaged relationships, disrupted operations. Eagan Law handles the full spectrum of commercial disputes.
- Breach of contract between businesses
- Partnership and shareholder disputes
- Business interference and unfair competition
- Fraud and misrepresentation
- Trade secret misappropriation
- Professional liability and accounting malpractice
- Fiduciary duty claims
Defamation: Libel & Slander
In the digital age, false statements spread instantly and cause devastating reputational harm. Todd Eagan has handled defamation cases involving high-profile individuals with outcomes reported in national media — for both plaintiffs and defendants.
- Defamation per se and defamation per quod
- Online libel and social media defamation
- False statements in news and broadcast media
- SLAPP and anti-SLAPP motions under CCP § 425.16
- Injunctive relief and content removal
Intellectual Property & Privacy Torts
Eagan Law has handled trademark infringement and IP disputes in state and federal courts, as well as California privacy tort cases including revenge porn (CVPA), unauthorized disclosure and false light claims.
- Trademark infringement and brand protection
- Trade dress and unfair competition
- Nonconsensual intimate image claims (CVPA)
- Invasion of privacy and intrusion upon seclusion
- False light claims
- Civil RICO in appropriate cases
Business Torts
Beyond breach of contract, California law provides powerful remedies for tortious business conduct. These claims can support punitive damages where conduct is intentional, malicious or oppressive.
- Intentional interference with contractual relations
- Intentional interference with prospective economic advantage
- Conversion of business assets
- Civil conspiracy
- Unjust enrichment and disgorgement
- Fraudulent inducement
NDA & Confidentiality Disputes
Non-disclosure agreement breaches in the entertainment industry are reputational and competitive emergencies. Eagan Law pursues emergency injunctive relief, damages and handles both enforcement and defense — with the discretion these sensitive matters require.
Explore this practice area →The Representation You Deserve
Complex entertainment and business litigation demands more than legal knowledge — it demands strategic judgment, sound counsel and the credibility that comes from years of high-profile practice.
Sophisticated Representation at Every Level
Todd Eagan's experience in high-profile matters — including cases involving public figures and national media coverage — gives him the perspective and credibility to navigate complex disputes at every stage.
Former Partner at Lavely & Singer
One of the most respected litigation firms in Los Angeles. Todd brings that institutional knowledge and reputation directly to client matters at Eagan Law.
Broad Court Admissions
Admitted to the State Bar of California, State Bar of New York, U.S. District Courts for the Central and Northern Districts of California and the Northern and Southern Districts of New York and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth and Tenth Circuits.
Strategy Aligned With Your Goals
Todd develops a strategy calibrated to your specific goals — whether early resolution, a negotiated settlement or, when necessary, litigation to a final determination.
Where Your Case Gets Litigated
Admitted in the U.S. District Courts for the Central and Northern Districts of California and the Northern and Southern Districts of New York, the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth and Tenth Circuits, and the State Bars of California and New York.
California state courts handle the majority of business disputes, contract claims, defamation matters and privacy torts. Where a matter requires federal jurisdiction, Todd Eagan is fully admitted and prepared to proceed.
Statute of Limitations: Civil claims in California are subject to strict filing deadlines that vary by claim type — two years for most torts, four years for written contract claims and shorter periods for some IP and privacy matters. Contact Eagan Law promptly to ensure your claims are preserved.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is entertainment and business litigation and how is it different from criminal law?
Civil litigation involves disputes between private parties — individuals, businesses or organizations — seeking monetary compensation or other non-criminal remedies. Unlike criminal cases, which the government prosecutes, civil cases are brought by one party against another. Todd Eagan handles civil matters including business disputes, breach of contract, defamation, intellectual property and privacy torts.
How long does a civil lawsuit take in California?
The timeline for a civil lawsuit in California varies widely depending on complexity, court congestion and whether the case settles. A straightforward matter may resolve in 12–18 months; complex commercial litigation can take 2–4 years or longer. Todd Eagan develops a strategy calibrated to your goals — whether that is early resolution, negotiation or, where necessary, litigation.
What should I do if someone has defamed me online in California?
Act quickly. Preserve screenshots and URLs of the defamatory content. Avoid responding publicly. Contact a defamation attorney before taking any other steps — early legal intervention can preserve evidence, identify anonymous defendants and create leverage for a faster resolution. Todd Eagan has handled high-profile defamation and libel cases in California with outcomes reported in national media.
Can I sue for invasion of privacy in California?
Yes. California provides strong civil remedies for invasion of privacy, including unauthorized disclosure of private information, intrusion upon seclusion, false light and — under the CVPA — revenge porn (nonconsensual disclosure of intimate images). Todd Eagan has handled privacy tort cases at the highest level, including cases involving public figures and national media coverage.
What is the difference between breach of contract and a business tort?
A breach of contract claim arises when one party fails to fulfill its contractual obligations. A business tort involves wrongful conduct that causes economic harm outside of or alongside a contract — such as intentional interference with contract, fraud or misrepresentation. California allows plaintiffs to pursue both in the same lawsuit and business torts can support punitive damages where conduct is intentional or malicious.