In the Press: Quoted
Pay Attention to the Delete Act (Even If You Don’t Think You’re A Data Broker)
AdExchanger quotes Daniel M. Goldberg in an article on California’s Delete Act, noting data brokers are required to register by January 31. He explains the definition of data broker extends to any company that collects and sells personal data about consumers, which includes companies using third-party data for targeted advertising. Mr Goldberg also anticipates more enforcement in 2025. View Article
January 21, 2025
In the Press
Google, YouTube Can’t Escape Suit Over Kids’ Data Collection
Law360 mentions Jeremy S. Goldman and Molly G. Rothschild as counsel to Hasbro Studios, who has been dismissed from the long-running class action dispute over the alleged illegal action of children's data to generate targeted advertising. View Article
January 15, 2025
Published Articles
Chambers and Partners: Advertising & Marketing 2024 Global Practice Guide, “Trends and Developments”
Matthew R.D. Vittone authored the USA chapter of “Trends and Developments” in the Chambers and Partners: Advertising & Marketing 2024 Global Practice Guide. It explains the latest in advertising law including a review of recent FTC positions. The analysis covers junk fees, artificial intelligence, dark patterns, influencers, online disclosures, fake reviews, and testimonials. View Article
January 10, 2025
Published Articles
Chambers and Partners: Advertising & Marketing 2024 Global Practice Guide, “Law and Practice”
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum served as contributing editor of the Chambers and Partners: Advertising & Marketing 2024 Global Practice Guide. With Katelyn J. Patton, he co-authored the USA chapter of “Law and Practice." The guide provides the latest legal information on advertising law and regulatory bodies; advertising claims, including deceptive claims, substantiation, endorsements, environmental claims and “dark patterns”; comparative advertising and ambush marketing; digital/social media; privacy issues; AI; and product compliance. View Article
January 10, 2025
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In the Press
Sean Jefferson Named a Partner in Frankfurt Kurnit Klein + Selz
Shoot magazine reports Sean Jefferson was elected as a partner at Frankfurt Kurnit. The publication notes his extensive experience in all areas of film and television development, production and distribution, representing a wide range of clients. It also notes Mr. Jefferson’s multiple industry accolades. View Article
January 9, 2025
Published Articles
Sports Law in 2025 – Key Issues To Watch in North America
LawInSport published Christopher R. Chase's article, "Restrictions on Marketing for Sports Betting Platforms?" in their "Sports Law in 2025 – Key Issues To Watch in North America" guide. (Behind paywall) View Article
January 7, 2025
In the Press
Amy Adams’ Bond Group, Linden Productions, 51 Entertainment And Seaview Adapting Eliza Kennedy’s ‘Lucky Night’ For The Stage
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Eliza Kennedy, whose much anticipated novel "Lucky Night" has just been acquired by Bond Group Entertainment, Linden Productions, 51 Entertainment and Seaview. Kennedy plans to adopt the novel as an original play. View Article
January 7, 2025
Published Articles
A Guide to Significant 2024 Data Broker Legal Developments
Law360 published Rick Borden and Andrew Folks' article, "A Guide to Significant 2024 Data Broker Legal Developments". (Behind paywall) View Article
January 6, 2025
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Press Releases
Frankfurt Kurnit Law Firm Promotes Sean Jefferson to Partner
January 3rd, 2025 New York, N.Y. — Frankfurt Kurnit Klein + Selz, PC is pleased to announce that it has elected Sean Jefferson as a partner effective January 1, 2025. Sean will be a partner in the firm’s Entertainment Group. He is based in the firm's New York office. Read more.
January 3, 2025
Published Articles
Placing Limits on Judicial Speech: The Disciplinary Case Against Judge Ponsor
The New York County Lawyers Association (NYCLA) blog published Ronald C. Minkoff’s article titled, “Placing Limits on Judicial Speech: The Disciplinary Case Against Judge Ponsor.” View Article
January 2, 2025
Alerts
Corporate Transparency Act Currently Unenforceable as Fifth Circuit Reinstates Nationwide Injunction
This is an update to our Corporate Alert issued on December 26, 2024. Read more.
December 31, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
Understanding Interactive Entertainment
Games Industry Law Summit quotes S. Gregory Boyd and Sean F. Kane on two decades shaping video game law. The discussion covers key insights on industry evolution and emerging legal challenges. View Article
December 30, 2024
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Alerts
Corporate Transparency Act Back in Effect
This is an update to our Corporate Alert issued on December 12, 2024. Read more.
December 26, 2024
Published Articles
Generative AI and Copyright Legal Contributions by an American Interactive Entertainment Attorney
Korean Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) published Emma C. Smizer’s article titled, “Generative AI and Copyright Legal Contributions by an American Interactive Entertainment Attorney.” View Article
December 26, 2024
Alerts
Federal Court Enforces Mass Arbitration Terms
We recently wrote about the Ninth Circuit’s decision in Heckman v. Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., No. 23-55770, 120 F. 4th 670 (9th Cir. 2024), which struck down Ticketmaster’s mass arbitration terms as unconscionable and unenforceable. Read more.
December 23, 2024
In the Press: Praise
Variety’s Dealmakers 2024
Variety features Andrew Hurwitz on its list of the top entertainment industry dealmakers for 2024. Read more.
December 19, 2024
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In the Press: Quoted
Advertising Opt Outs Drive New Privacy Strategies in 2025
Cybersecurity Law Report quotes Daniel M. Goldberg in an article on how the advertising industry is facing greater scrutiny from state attorneys general as more people opt out of targeted ads. Speaking on a California Lawyers Association (CLA) panel, Mr. Goldberg noted how adtech is now a key focus for regulators. Due to the extensive marketing of many companies, privacy program leaders across industries must assess the impact of adtech on their companies and mititgate risks. View article (available through trial or paid subscription).
December 18, 2024
In the Press
The 2024 State of AI Regulations
Rick Borden is featured on the TrustGraph podcast Our Agentic Future on the episode, “The 2024 State of AI Regulations.” He explains how insurance companies are big data companies, discussing risk management, US regulations, and compliance. Listen here.
December 17, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
The Biggest Copyright Decisions of 2024
Law360 quotes Jacqueline Charlesworth on the Hachette Book Group Inc. v. Internet Archive lawsuit, in which the Second Circuit affirmed a Manhattan federal judge’s ruling that a nonprofit’s scanning books to a create e-books was not fair use. (Behind paywall) View Article
December 17, 2024
In the Press
Glue Trap Film: Everything You Need To Know About the Indie Horror Comedy
TechNadu mentions Sasha H. Levites and Mynda R. Krato as counsel to Justin Geldzahler, the writer and director of “Glue Trap,” an Indie horror-comedy, which Gravitas Ventures recently acquired. Geldzahler, known for his writing for “Succession” and “Euphoria,” produced his latest film with Christopher Fox and Norris Guncheon, and executive producer Sara McFarlane. View Article
December 16, 2024
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In the Press: Quoted
Deciphering the New CPPA Proposed Regulations for Data Brokers
Cybersecurity Law Report quotes Daniel M. Goldberg on the CPPA's proposed regulations that expand upon and clarify key provisions of the Delete Act, broadening the universe of what entities constitute a data broker. (Behind paywall) View Article
December 12, 2024
In the Press
Google Likely Can’t Nix Suit Over Collection Of Kids’ Data
Law360 mentions Jeremy S. Goldman and Molly Rothschild as counsel to Hasbro Studios, one of the multiple defendants in a class action lawsuit alleging YouTube illegally gathered children’s data using targeted ads. The judge noted she was inclined to dismiss the YouTube channel owners including Hasbro. She cited the lack of allegations that they knew Google was collecting the data in violation of COPPA, thus could not be held secondarily liable. (Behind paywall) View Article
December 11, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
How a Realtors’ Nonprofit Quietly Funds Conservative Advocacy Groups
The New York Times quotes J.J. Harwayne Leitner regarding the National Association of Realtors’ (N.A.R.’s) spending and establishing the American Property Owners Alliance. She represents tax-exempt organizations and noted, “’It looks like N.A.R. created an organization that is a conduit’ for political spending that it may not want traced.” View Article
December 9, 2024
Alerts
Federal Court Suspends Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in the case of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. Garland, No. 4:24-cv-00478-ALM (E.D. Tex.), the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), and stayed the January 1, 2025 beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) reporting deadline for entities formed prior to 2024. Read more.
December 9, 2024
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In the Press
Chris Wood & Melissa Benoist To Star in ‘Duo’ Drama in Works at NBC with Rina Mimoun as Showrunner
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Chris Wood and Melissa Benoit. The actors will be featured as an acting couple in the NBC television drama “Duo.” Wood and showrunner Rina Mimoun are writing the Warner Bros. Television script. Benoist also next stars in “The Waterfront,” Kevin Williamson’s drama series on Netflix. View Article
December 5, 2024
