Alerts: Regulatory
Gift Cards in Advertising Promotions and New York Sales Tax
Does the value of a gift card offered as part of an advertising promotion reduce the taxable receipts from a sale for New York sales tax purposes? It is an important question for advertisers. Under-collection of sales tax can leave you liable for the underpayment, while over-collection can serve as the basis for a class action. Read more.
November 20, 2018
Published Articles
When Regulatory Standards And Truth In Advertising Collide
Law360 published Terri Seligman’s article “When Regulatory Standards And Truth In Advertising Collide” in their expert analysis section. The article summarizes recent decisions that highlight defendants who used their compliance with labeling regulations as a defense to false advertising claims. (Behind Paywall) View Article
November 13, 2018
Hate Groups Are Using Online Games To Recruit Teens
Variety quotes Gregory Boyd about multiplayer games and in-game chatrooms that have become a place of recruiting for hate groups. View Article
November 12, 2018
In the Press
Electrical Contractor’s Ex-CEO Can’t Disqualify Company’s Lawyers in Arbitration, Appeals Court Rules
The New York Law Journal mentions Nicole Hyland as counsel to Five Star and Tutor Perini who are seeking more than $12 million from a former chief executive in arbitration. View Article
November 12, 2018
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In the Press: Quoted
Right-Wing Hate Groups Are Recruiting Video Gamers
NPR quotes Gregory Boyd about video game chat rooms that have become an opportunity of recruitment for right winged extremist groups. View Article
November 12, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Right-Wing Hate Groups Are Recruiting Video Gamers
NPR’s All Things Considered featured Gregory Boyd discussing the challenges for video game companies seeking to crack down on right-wing hate group recruiting of gamers. Listen here.
November 6, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Influencer Marketing’s Wake-Up Call
ANA Magazine quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum about how to avoid influencer marketing fraud. View Article
November 1, 2018
In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Leases Space Downtown
Bisnow, The Commercial Observer and The Real Deal covered the recent news that Frankfurt Kurnit has leased 57,000 square feet of space at 28 Liberty Street in the Financial District. View Article
October 29, 2018
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In the Press
How Legal Beagles Help Marketers: Q&A With Brian Murphy
The Marketing Insider interviews Brian G. Murphy about his upcoming speaking engagement with Jeffrey A. Greenbaum at the Association of National Advertisers annual Marketing Law Conference in Chicago. View Article
October 23, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Not Only in Dreams: Roy Orbison is Back on Tour. Sort of.
Texas Monthly quotes Linda Wank about the creation of a federal right of publicity law for digitally re-created deceased musicians and celebrities. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 10, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Simpson Suit Spotlights In-House Counsel’s Clashing Roles
Law360 quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on the circumstances required for law firm general counsel advice to be protected from disclosure under the attorney-client privilege. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 8, 2018
Alerts: Employment Law
Are You Ready for New York’s New Anti-Harassment Rules?
Many New York employers are days away from a number of important compliance deadlines relating to the recently enacted New York State anti-sexual harassment laws (a link to our prior alert on these laws is here). We have provided a summary of what covered employers need to do. Read more.
October 1, 2018
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In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit: One of the “Best Places to Work in New York City” 2018
Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz has once again earned a coveted spot on Crain's New York Business’s list of the "Best Places to Work in New York City." View Article
September 27, 2018
Published Articles: In the Press
If Editorial Content Includes Affiliate Links, Is It An Ad?
Law360 shared Terri Seligman’s article “If Editorial Content Includes Affiliate Links, Is It An Ad?” in their expert analysis section. The article, about a recent NAD decision involving BuzzFeed’s shopping guide, highlights the importance of distinguishing editorial content and advertising for compliance purposes. (Behind paywall) View Article
September 25, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Online Game Harassment Could Soon Be Punishable By Law in South Korea
GameDaily quotes Sean Kane about online game harassment and the difficulty of creating anti-harassment laws in the interactive entertainment space. View Article
September 21, 2018
In the Press
‘The Americans’ Co-EP Tracey Scott Wilson Inks Overall Deal With FX Prods
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Tracey Scott Wilson who has signed an overall production deal with FX Productions to develop original content for the FX Networks. View Article
September 13, 2018
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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
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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
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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