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In the Press

Skydance Picks Up Action Love Story ‘The Gorge’ From ‘Tomorrow War’ Writer

The Hollywood Reporter mentions Andrew Hurwitz as counsel to Zach Dean whose script “The Gorge” was picked up by Skydance. View Article

October 19, 2020

In the Press

‘Brightburn’ Director Sets Netflix’s ‘Night Books’ As Next Film With Krysten Ritter, Winslow Fegley And Lidya Jewett On Board To Star

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Winslow Fegley who is set to star in the upcoming Netflix film “Night Books.” View Article

October 15, 2020

In the Press

Showtime Goes Straight to Series With Brooklyn Comedy

The Hollywood Reporter mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to stand-up comedians Kevin Iso and Dan Perlman whose series “Flatbush Misdemeanors” was picked up by Showtime. View Article

October 15, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Thirty-four Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers New York Metro List for 2020

The list includes: Christopher R. Chase, Victoria Cook, Lisa E. Davis, Catherine M.C. Farrelly, Michael P. Frankfurt, Hayden Goldblatt, Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, John B. Harris, Richard B. Heller, Richard Hofstetter, Nicole Hyland, Candice Kersh, Rick Kurnit, Brian E. Maas, Richard Maltz, Jeffrey Marks, Kimberly Maynard, Mark Merriman, Ronald C. Minkoff, Brian G. Murphy, Edward H. Rosenthal, Terri Seligman, Thomas D. Selz, Barbara E. Shiers, Wendy Stryker, Linda Wank, S. Jean Ward, and Maura Wogan. Marcie Cleary, Christina Jenkins, Sasha Levites, Tyler Maulsby, Adam Osterweil and Rachel Santori are listed as “Rising Stars.” Read more.

October 15, 2020

Alerts

Los Angeles Superior Court Delays Resumption of Most Civil Jury Trials Due to COVID-19

On October 9, 2020, still grappling with the effects of COVID-19, the Los Angeles Superior Court further delayed the resumption of most civil jury trials until 2021. Read more.

October 12, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

NBCUniversal Ad Boss Linda Yaccarino is Getting a New Role

Business Insider quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on Linda Yaccarino’s new expanded role as global chair of advertising and partnerships at NBCUniversal. (Behind paywall) View Article

October 12, 2020

How COVID-19 is Impacting Commercial Sports Contracts

LawInSport included Christopher R. Chase’s perspective on how COVID-19 is impacting commercial sports contracts in the US. Mr. Chase notes commercial contracts are being drafted differently than pre covid contracts, with language addressing specific situations. (Behind paywall) View Article

October 12, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Film and TV Industry Grapples with Financial Constraints, Health Guidelines Spurred by Pandemic

Crain’s New York Business quotes Lisa E. Davis on added costs to movie and television productions due to new COVID safety requirements on set. (Behind paywall) View Article

October 9, 2020

In the Press

United States: Facebook Pulls Trump Ads Connecting COVID-19 To The Acceptance Of Refugees

One News Page shared Jeffrey A. Greenbaum’s blog post “Facebook Pulls Trump Ads Connecting COVID-19 to the Acceptance of Refugees.” View Article

October 9, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Frankfurt Kurnit: One of the “Best Places to Work in New York City” 2020

Crain's New York Business includes Frankfurt Kurnit on its list of the 100 Best Places to Work in New York City for the 10th time. View Article

October 9, 2020

In the Press

Over 50 Privacy Professionals & Experts Oppose Prop. 24

Daniel Goldberg is mentioned as part of the 50 privacy professionals who oppose Proposition 24, the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) on Eric Goldman’s Technology & Marketing Law Blog. View Article

October 8, 2020

In the Press

Allison Williams Reteams with ‘Get Out’ Producer Blumhouse for ‘M3GAN’

Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Allison Williams who will executive produce and star in the upcoming Blumhouse tech horror thriller “M3GAN.” View Article

October 8, 2020

Alerts

New York Extends Restrictions on Evictions, Foreclosures, and Enforcement of Personal Liability Provisions

The ongoing pandemic continues to affect New York real estate landlords and tenants. We provide an update on recent developments. Read more.

September 30, 2020

Alerts

New York Permits Gyms, “Low-Risk” Arts & Entertainment, Amusement Parks, Gaming Sites, Malls and Restaurants to Reopen With Restrictions

We provide an update on Governor Cuomo’s four-phase New York Forward Plan to gradually permit businesses to reopen by region in New York State. Read more.

September 29, 2020

Alerts: Employment Law

California Codifies When COVID-19 Illness Will Be Presumed Job-Related for Workers’ Compensation Purposes

We give a rundown of who is covered under SB 1159 -- an important new law that all California employers need to understand. Read more.

September 29, 2020

Alerts: Employment Law

EEOC Again Updates Key Guidance for Employers Reopening Workplaces

On September 8, 2020, the EEOC again updated What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws. The update contains important new guidance to help employers manage employee requests lawfully while reopening offices and other workplaces. Read more.

September 29, 2020

Alerts: Employment Law

Deadline: New York Sick Leave Law Takes Effect September 30th

The new mandatory New York State Sick Leave Law (NYSSLL) goes into effect September 30, 2020. First enacted in April 2020, the law requires New York employers of all sizes to provide employees with the right to accrue varying amounts of either sick or unpaid sick leave depending on employer size and income. Employees may be restricted from using sick leave until January 1, 2021. Read more.

September 29, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Finding Outside Help to Finance Movies: Pandemic Uncertainty Has Prompted the Studios to Partner with New Investors

The Los Angeles Times quotes Sean Jefferson on different approaches to film financing due to the pandemic. View Article

September 28, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Attys Brace For Tidal Wave Of Pandemic-Era Malpractice Suits

Law360 quotes Nicole Hyland on future ethics and misconduct issues lawyers could face due to the pandemic. View Article

September 28, 2020

In the Press

‘Suicide Squad’ Spinoff Series ‘Peacemaker’ Starring John Cena From James Gunn Set at HBO Max

The Hollywood Reporter and Variety mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to writer-director James Gunn. View Article

September 24, 2020

Alerts: Entertainment Law

Major Studios and Guilds Forge New COVID-19 Production Safety Agreement

As production begins to restart in an ever changing COVID-19 landscape, The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) and other major studios announced an important deal with the DGA, IATSE, Teamsters, Basic Crafts, and SAG-AFTRA -- meant to ensure the safety and security of their members during the upcoming months. Read more.

September 22, 2020

Alerts

Four COVID-19 Litigation Trends That Are Affecting Businesses and Individuals

It has been six months since the initial wave of government mandated “stay-at-home” orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, we have seen at least four important litigation trends emerge. Here’s a rundown of these trends and how they are affecting businesses and individuals. Read more.

September 22, 2020

Alerts

Take Five Steps to Ensure Better Remote Mediations

The current COVID-19 crisis has forced businesses and their counsel to undertake remote mediations. The cost savings, convenience, and expedited scheduling associated with remote mediations guarantee that they will continue in the future, including well after COVID-19 abates. Here are five steps all clients and practitioners can take to help optimize their mediations. Read more.

September 22, 2020

Alerts

Are You Liable When Employees or Customers Contract COVID-19?

With businesses continuing to reopen, one critical concern is the potential for liability if individuals become severely ill or die from a COVID-19 infection after frequenting the business. Personal injury and wrongful death claims based on COVID-19 are already being filed against businesses across the country. Read more.

September 22, 2020

Frankfurt Kurnit Elects Seven New Partners

Frankfurt Kurnit has elected as partners Tiffany R. Caterina, Marcie Cleary, Daniel M. Goldberg, Sasha H. Levites, Tyler Maulsby, Julie Murray, and Adam J. Osterweil. The promotions take effect January 1, 2021. Read more.

September 18, 2020