We live in an era where a single social media post can destroy reputations, derail businesses, and trigger costly legal battles, all before any court weighs in. For public figures, small business owners, and entrepreneurs, the real threat today is not just litigation, but reputation warfare disguised as legal disputes.

One recent case captured national attention: a 74-year-old man representing himself in court submitted a pre-recorded video argument, read not by himself, but by an AI-generated avatar. Reported in The New York Times, the incident quickly spiraled into a lesson in courtroom ethics.

Cover songs are algorithm friendly, but they come with legal traps that can impact your business if not properly handled.