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In the Press: Praise

Thirty-two Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named in Super Lawyers Magazine for 2018

Super Lawyers magazine lists thirty-two Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys in its 2018 edition. Read more.

September 13, 2018

Published Articles

Case Against Lightbulb Marketers Shines A Light on FTC Enforcement

Law360 published Terri Seligman’s article “LED Bulb Case Shines Light On FTC Enforcement.” The article summarizes a false advertising case brought by the FTC against Lights of America arising from the company’s claims about the life expectancy of its bulbs. (Behind paywall) View Article

September 13, 2018

In the Press

Games Industry Newsletter Plugs Frankfurt Kurnit Video Game Law Book

The Games Industry Law Summit in Vilnius’ newsletter spotlights Gregory Boyd and Sean Kane’s newly published book "Video Game Law: Everything You Need to Know about Legal and Business Issues in the Game Industry." View Article

September 12, 2018

In the Press: Quoted

3 Takeaways After #MeToo Fells CBS Chief Moonves

Law360 quotes Gavin McElroy on Les Moonves’s employment situation with CBS after sexual misconduct allegations were made against Mr. Moonves. View Article

September 11, 2018

Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility

California Supreme Court Holds that Conflict Invalidates Firm’s Engagement Letter But Says Firm Still May be Able to Get Paid

Last week, the California Supreme Court issued its decision in Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton, LLP v. J-M Manufacturing Co., Inc., a decision which lawyers and law firms anxiously awaited for months. Read more.

September 4, 2018

In the Press

Michael Cohen’s Troubles Don’t End with His Guilty Plea

Bloomberg Law quotes Nicole Hyland's book, “Simon’s New York Rules of Professional Conduct Annotated" (co-written with Roy Simon) on the question whether Mr. Cohen's statements about President Trump violate the New York Rules of Professional Conduct. View Article

August 31, 2018

Alerts: Regulatory

IRS Final Regulations Clarify Charitable Contribution Substantiation Requirements

Tax deductions for charitable contributions require the satisfaction of certain substantiation requirements. Read more.

August 28, 2018

Published Articles

The Business of Show – Put a [Trade]Mark Where Your Dance Is

The Jerome Robbins Foundation newsletter features Kimberly Maynard’s article “The Business of Show – Put a [Trade]Mark Where Your Dance Is.” The article summarizes trademark use and discusses the benefits to dance professionals of having a trademark. View Article

August 23, 2018

In the Press

Two Legal Experts On Why Battle Passes are Better Than Loot Boxes (Legally Speaking)

US Gamer writer Matt Kim interviewed Gregory Boyd and Sean Kane about their new book “Video Game Law – Everything You Need to Know about Legal and Business Issues in the Game Industry” and loot boxes. View Article

August 17, 2018

In the Press

Hasbro, DC Comics Settle ‘Bumblebee’ Superhero TM Battle

Law360 mentions Catherine Farrelly and Maura J. Wogan as counsel to Hasbro Inc. The settlement resolves Hasbro’s claim that DC Comics’ yellow “Bumblebee” toy action figure infringed Hasbro’s Bumblebee Transformers character. (Behind paywall) View Article

August 16, 2018

In the Press: Praise

The Best Lawyers in America 2019

We are pleased to report that Best Lawyers — the oldest and one of the most respected peer reviewed lawyer recommendation services — continues to recommend Frankfurt Kurnit. Read more.

August 16, 2018

Alerts: Sports Law

Summer Sports Industry News

Here's what's happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we close out the Summer. Read more.

August 15, 2018

Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law

Are You Ready for the New York Cybersecurity Regulations’ September 3rd Deadline?

Financial institutions and insurance companies operating in New York have until September 3, 2018 to comply with the next phase of New York's Cybersecurity Regulations. Here's what you need to know to avoid regulatory scrutiny. Read more.

August 10, 2018

Law360 lists Hannah Taylor as Rising Star

Hannah Taylor is listed as one of five consumer protection attorneys under 40 honored by Law360 as Rising Stars. (Behind paywall) View Article

August 7, 2018

Published Articles: In the Press

Tips on Negotiating Key Legal Agreements in Games

Gamasutra published a chapter from Gregory Boyd, Sean Kane and Brian Pyne's new book -- "Video Game Law: Everything You Need to Know about Legal and Business Issues in the Game Industry." The book serves as a resource for videogame entrepreneurs breaking in to the field and also for seasoned interactive entertainment executives. Gamasutra published the chapter on negotiation tactics. View Article

August 3, 2018

Yes, Downloading Nintendo ROMs Is Illegal (Even if You Own the Game)

Tom’s Hardware, an online publication focused on technology, quotes Sean Kane and Gregory Boyd about copyright violations that arise from game sharing sites. View Article

August 3, 2018

Published Articles

How Major League Soccer’s Transfer and Acquisition Rules Affect its Standing in the International Transfer Market…to its Detriment

The European Leagues legal newsletter published Christopher R. Chase’s article “How Major League Soccer’s Transfer and Acquisition Rules Affect its Standing in the International Transfer Market…to its Detriment.” Mr. Chase discusses how the Major League Soccer’s transfer rules differ from FIFA’s Rules on the Status and Transfer of Players (which are used in Europe). View Article

August 3, 2018

In the Press

‘This Is Us’ Enlists ‘Mudbound’ Actor for Political Storyline in Season 3

The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Rob Morgan who will have a recurring role in the upcoming third season of This is Us. View Article

July 31, 2018

In the Press: Praise

Frankfurt Kurnit Named to List of “Best Law Firms for Women” 2018

We are very pleased to announce that Working Mother magazine has once again named Frankfurt Kurnit to its "Best Law Firms for Women" list. View Article

July 31, 2018

In the Press: Praise

Law360 Names Top Attorneys Under 40

Law360 lists Hannah Taylor as a Rising Star in their Consumer Protection category. The 2018 list includes 168 attorneys under 40 whose legal accomplishments transcend their age. (Behind paywall) View Article

July 31, 2018

Published Articles

Getting the Deal Through: Advertising & Marketing 2018

Getting the Deal Through published the 2018 edition of Advertising & Marketing. Rick Kurnit and Hannah Taylor authored the USA Chapter and Rick served as contributing editor. View Article

July 25, 2018

In the Press: Quoted

Texas Bank Countersues Consultants For $10.5M Stock Buy

Law360 quotes John B. Harris on the TBM Consulting Group v Lubbock National Bank case (E.D. N.C.) – a case seeking to hold the bank responsible for losses in TBM’s ESOP. The article mentions John Harris as counsel to plaintiffs TBM Consulting Group Inc. (Behind paywall) View Article

July 16, 2018

Alerts: Employment Law

New York State Adds Employment Practices Form to Film Tax Credit Application

In May, we circulated an update about New York State and New York City's new anti-harassment laws and how to comply with them. Read more.

July 13, 2018

Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law

New California Privacy Law Calls for Significant Changes

On the heels of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California has now passed a digital privacy law that gives consumers more control over their personal information online. Read more.

June 29, 2018

In the Press

ADL Saddened and Outraged at Supreme Court Decision Upholding Muslim Ban

ADL online mentioned Frankfurt Kurnit as the firm who prepared an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold lower court rulings that blocked the President’s third attempt at a travel ban. View Article

June 27, 2018