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Level Up: 33 Legal Tips for Game Developers and Publishers
2020 was a year of monumental change everywhere – including in the interactive entertainment world. As live events went online, more people gathered in front of screens to play, connect and consume than ever before. Developers and publishers responded with new technologies, platforms, devices, games and services. 2020 saw many game-changing legal developments – developments that will continue to affect the industry in 2021. Read more.
January 27, 2021
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Pandemic Relief: Take Advantage of New PPP and Entertainment Industry Grant Programs
Among its numerous relief and stimulus provisions, the recently-enacted 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (the “Act”) authorizes up to an additional $284.5 billion for Payment Protection Program (“PPP”) loans and a new entertainment industry grant program for “shuttered venue” operators. Read more.
January 12, 2021
Alerts: Estate Planning Law
New York Extends Remote Notarization and Document Execution to January 29, 2021
By Executive Order 202.87 issued December 30, 2020, New York’s remote notarization and document execution procedures are extended through January 29, 2021. Read more.
January 12, 2021
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New York Places New Restrictions on Residential Evictions and Foreclosures
On December 28, 2020, New York enacted the COVID-19 Emergency Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2020 which, among other things, prevents residential evictions, foreclosure proceedings, credit discrimination and negative credit reporting related to the pandemic. Read more.
January 12, 2021
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Alerts: Estate Planning Law
New York Implements Substantial Changes to Power of Attorney Law
On December 15, 2020, Governor Cuomo signed into law a long-awaited bill regarding New York’s Power of Attorney form, which will take effect in the summer of 2021. Read more.
January 6, 2021
Alerts: Employment Law
Ten Employment Law Developments Every California Employer Should Know for 2021
As we all happily bid 2020 “good riddance” and enter 2021 with much-needed optimism, there are a host of recent employment laws, some in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, that California employers need to comply with. Read more.
January 5, 2021
Alerts: Intellectual Property Law
Avoid New Trademark Email Scams
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is the subject of some new and sophisticated email rackets. Read more.
December 22, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
AICP and Unions Agree on Updated COVID-19 Commercial Production Guidelines
On December 15, 2020, the COVID-19 Commercial Production Safety and Training Protocol Agreement between the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (“AICP”) and several unions including the DGA and IATSE, went into effect along with an updated version of AICP’s COVID-19 Guidelines (also known as “Appendix A”). Read more.
December 22, 2020
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Alerts: Estate Planning Law
New York Extends Remote Notarization and Document Execution to January 1, 2021
By Executive Order 202.79 issued December 2, 2020, New York’s remote notarization and document execution procedures are extended through January 1, 2021. Read more.
December 16, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
Can Employers Require Employees to Receive a COVID-19 Vaccination?
On December 11, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted Pfizer an Emergency Use Authorization for its COVID-19 vaccination. While this and other vaccine news is encouraging, it raises a difficult question: Can employers require employees to get the vaccine before returning to the workplace? Read more.
December 16, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
New Southern California “Stay at Home” Order: What You Need to Know
On December 6, 2020, the California Department of Public Health placed the Southern California Region -- which includes Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Diego Counties -- under a Regional Stay at Home Order as a result of ICU capacity in the region dropping below 15%. Read more.
December 8, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
Cal/OSHA Requires Employers to Have a Written COVID-19 Prevention Plan
As part of its emergency response to protect workers from exposure to hazards related to COVID-19, the Cal/OSHA Safety and Health Standards Board (the “Board”) has unanimously adopted emergency temporary regulations that require almost all California employers[HM1] to have a written COVID-19 Prevention Plan (“CPP”) which can be integrated into the employer’s already mandated Injury Illness and Prevention Plan. Read more.
December 2, 2020
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Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Third Annual Litigation Ethics Summit
On November 13, 2020, Frankfurt Kurnit held its Third Annual Litigation Ethics Summit, consisting of three hour-long panels, earning the attendees three ethics CLE credits in New York and California. Read more.
November 19, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
Uncompensated COVID-19 Safety Protocols Prompt Class Action Wage and Hour Claim
Many employers have implemented COVID-19 safety protocols for their employees based upon various government regulations, orders, and guidance as well as genuine concern for the health and well-being of the employees. But, do those employers have an obligation to compensate their employees for time spent going through the employer’s required COVID-19 safety protocols? One California employer is finding out the hard way. Read more.
November 17, 2020
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New York Extends Remote Notarization and Document Execution to December 3, 2020
By Executive Order 202.72 issued November 3, 2020, New York’s remote notarization and document execution procedures are extended through December 3, 2020. Read more.
November 4, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
New CDC “Close Contact” Definition Establishes Lower Threshold for Required Quarantine
The CDC recently updated its definition of a close contact as: someone who was within six feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period starting from two days before illness onset (or, for more asymptomatic patients, 2 days prior to test specimen collection) until the time the patient is isolated. Read more.
November 4, 2020
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Alerts: Sports Law
October Sports Industry News 2020
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we approach Election Day and the holiday season. Read more.
October 30, 2020
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Do Telecommuters Working in Another State Owe New York State Income Taxes?
New York State recently issued new tax guidance for telecommuters providing answers to questions about the impact of COVID-19 on their New York State and New York City personal income tax liability. Read more.
October 27, 2020
Alerts: Commercial Litigation
California Business Interruption Coverage Plaintiff Seeks Expedited Supreme Court Review
The Inns by the Sea, which operates hotels in California, is hoping to fast track its appeal of a state judge's August ruling dismissing its suit against California Mutual Insurance Co., by bypassing a midlevel appellate court and seeking immediate review by the Supreme Court of California. The case involves an issue of "great public importance" that is coming up in thousands of similar coverage disputes. Read more.
October 27, 2020
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New York Extends Commercial Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium and Reopens Movie Theaters
On October 20, 2020, Governor Cuomo extended through January 1, 2021 the New York Executive Order prohibiting the initiation of a proceeding or enforcement of an eviction of any commercial tenant for nonpayment of rent or a foreclosure of any commercial mortgage for nonpayment of such mortgage. Read more.
October 27, 2020
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Alerts: Restaurant Law
New York City Expands Open Restaurants Program
New York City has recently made permanent its Open Restaurant Program. Under this program, restaurants are now permitted to use heating and enclosures, and expand seating to adjacent properties with neighbors’ consent. Read more.
October 20, 2020
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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
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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
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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
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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
