Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz

In the Press: Quoted

Does Keeping Kids Offline Breach their Human Rights?

The MIT Technology Review quotes Gregory Boyd on the ban of the game PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds in Gujarat, India. (Behind paywall) View Article

January 8, 2020

Alerts: Employment Law

New California Employment Law Changes You Need to Know

2019 was a historic year for employment law in California. In case you missed them, we summarized the key employment law changes that may fundamentally affect businesses with California employees in 2020. Read more.

January 7, 2020

Alerts: Estate Planning Law

Increased Exemption for 2020 Creates Estate Planning Opportunities

The Federal estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax exemption amounts have increased in 2020, to $11.58 million per individual. Read more.

January 6, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Sports Law in 2020 - Key Issues to Watch in North America

LawInSport included Christopher R. Chase’s overview on what he foresees to be the top sports law issues in 2020. Mr. Chase notes the IOC & USPOC athletic sponsorship guidelines and non-tradition sponsors in sport. (Behind paywall) View Article

January 3, 2020

Frankfurt Kurnit Law Firm Elects New Partners

January 2, 2020, New York, N.Y. - Frankfurt Kurnit Klein + Selz, PC has elected Kimberly Maynard and Wendy Stryker as partners effective January 1, 2020. They are both based in the firm’s New York office. Read more.

January 2, 2020

Published Articles

Media Law International: Rules on Influencer Advertising and FTC’s Guidance on Disclosure

Media Law International published Hannah Taylor’s article “Rules on Influencer Advertising and FTC’s Guidance on Disclosure.” View Article

December 31, 2019

Alerts

Tax Act Changes Affecting Tax Exempt Organizations

The Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2019 (the "Act"), signed into law on December 20, 2019 as part of a spending bill to fund the government through September 2020, repeals the notorious "nonprofit parking tax" and simplifies the excise tax on private foundation investment income. Read more.

December 30, 2019

Alerts: Entertainment Law

New York Adds New Tax Credit for Minority and Women TV Writers’ and Directors’ Fees/Salaries

Effective December 18, 2019, New York State has amended its Tax Law to provide a new franchise tax and personal income tax credit for minority and women television writers' and directors' fees and salaries. Read more.

December 27, 2019

In the Press: Quoted

It Isn’t Just Uber: California Prepares for New Gig Worker Rules…and Confusion

The Wall Street Journal quotes Tricia L. Legittino on the new Assembly Bill 5. Ms. Legittino notes the bill will affect independent contractors and freelancers. View Article

December 17, 2019

Alerts: Sports Law

2019 Holiday Sports Industry News

Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we enter the holiday season. Read more.

December 16, 2019

Alerts: Employment Law

Get Ready for New York Minimum Wage and Exempt Salary Changes

Increases to the New York State minimum hourly wage for non-exempt employees and increases in the minimum salary for exempt administrative and executive employees take effect on December 31, 2019. The required minimum rate and salary depends on the employee’s location and number of employees. Read more.

December 11, 2019

In the Press: Quoted

‘Resident Evil’ Stunt Performer Drops Injury Lawsuit in L.A.

The Hollywood Reporter quoted Joseph R. Taylor on legal developments in the Jackson vs. Anderson litigation in California. Joe is part of the Frankfurt Kurnit team representing director Paul W. Anderson and producer Jeremy Bolt. View Article

December 6, 2019

In the Press

Baby Goldblatt is in The Hollywood Reporter

The birth announcement of Rowan Bennett Goldblatt, Hayden Goldblatt's son, is featured in the Hollywood Reporter. View Article

December 6, 2019

In the Press: Praise

Irish Legal 100 - 2019 Edition

Irish Legal 100 named Sean F. Kane to their list for 2019.

December 3, 2019

In the Press: Quoted

Elon Musk Asks Judge to Throw Out Suit Over ‘Pedo’ Insult

Stock Daily Dish mentions Rick Kurnit’s quote from the New York Post about the lawsuit against Elon Musk stemming from his Twitter post about a British rescue diver.

November 25, 2019

In the Press

Paulina Porizkova Hires Lawyer in Late Husband Ric Ocasek’s Estate Case

Page Six mentions Linda Wank as counsel to Paulina Porizkova. View Article

November 19, 2019

In the Press

James Comey Miniseries Finds Its Barack Obama In Kingsley Ben-Adir; Brian d’Arcy James, Steve Zissis & Shawn Doyle Also Set

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Brian d’Arcy James who is set to star in the CBS studios adaptation of “A Higher Loyalty.” View Article

November 18, 2019

In the Press: Praise

Leaders League Intelligence Report 2019

Leaders League lists Frankfurt Kurnit in the top tier of their intelligence report as a leading firm in Advertising & Marketing. Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, Rick Kurnit and Terri Seligman are listed as key figures. View Article

November 14, 2019

In the Press: Praise

Variety’s New Leaders 2019

Variety lists Sasha Levites as one of the next generation leaders in the entertainment business. Sasha is the only attorney listed. View Article

November 14, 2019

Published Articles: In the Press

Six Things Applicants Need to Know About NY’s Character and Fitness Process

The New York Law Journal published Tyler Maulsby and Nicole Hyland’s article “Six Things Applicants Need to Know About NY’s Character and Fitness Process.” (Behind paywall) View Article

November 11, 2019

In the Press

‘Thelma & Louise’ Star Geena Davis Turns Rebel On The Run Once More In ‘Cowgirl’s Last Ride’ From Resonate Entertainment

Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to Kris Hunt who wrote the upcoming film “Cowgirl’s Last Ride” starring Geena Davis. View Article

November 11, 2019

In the Press: Quoted

FTC Tells Influencers To Disclose Paid Endorsements – Again

Digital News Daily quotes Terri Seligman on the Federal Trade Commission’s new disclosure guide for social media influencers. View Article

November 11, 2019

In the Press: Praise

2020 Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" ranked Frankfurt Kurnit nationally in "Tier 1" in Advertising, Copyright, Entertainment - Motion Pictures and Television, Trademark, and Trusts & Estates Law, "Tier 2" in Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy) and Media Law. View Article

November 1, 2019

In the Press: Quoted

For Frankfurt Kurnit, Firm’s Focus on ‘A Few Key Practice Areas’ Drives Growth

The New York Law Journal interviews Jeffrey A. Greenbaum as part of their Q&A series with midsize firm leaders. Mr. Greenbaum discusses the firm culture and future plans ahead. (Behind paywall) View Article

November 1, 2019

Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Frankfurt Kurnit’s Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit - FKKS Ethics Game Show

To cap off the Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit our panel challenged some brave audience members to participate in a contest of ethical wits. Read more.

October 30, 2019