On March 20, Governor Cuomo issued a blanket moratorium on foreclosure by lenders of any residential or commercial property until June 20, 2020. This protection was extended to August 20, 2020 for those residential or commercial mortgages owned by someone “that is eligible for unemployment insurance or benefits under state or federal law or otherwise facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.” Read more.
June 30, 2020
Catherine Farrelly spoke during the “Brands in a Time of Crisis” Marques virtual discussion. Watch to the virtual round table on the MARQUES website. (free to members; €50 for non-members) View Article
June 30, 2020
Here are two important news items for businesses participating in, or seeking to participate in, the Small Business Administration (SBA)’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Read more.
June 30, 2020
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we enter summer. Read more.
June 29, 2020
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to writer-director Michael Maren who is set to direct the upcoming film "Shriver." View Article
June 26, 2020
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Sarah Green who is set to produce the upcoming film “Bum’s Rush.” View Article
June 24, 2020
The Legal 500 recognizes Daniel Goldberg in the “Testimonials” for Cyber Law including Data Privacy and Data Protection. View Article
June 23, 2020
The Legal 500 praises three of our practice groups: Marketing and Advertising; Media and Entertainment; and Cyber Law (Data Privacy and Data Protection). The London-based directory spotlighted 15 of our attorneys individually: Victoria Cook, Jeremy Goldman, Richard Heller, Andrew Hurwitz, Sean Kane, Candice Kersh, Amy Nickin, Hannah Taylor and Michael Williams. Julie Murray is listed as a “Rising Star” in Media and Entertainment. Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, Brian Murphy and Terri Seligman are listed as “Leading Lawyers” in Advertising and Marketing. Christopher Chase is listed as a “Next Generation Partner” in Marketing and Advertising. Rick Kurnit is in the “Hall of Fame” for Advertising and Marketing.
June 23, 2020
Last week, the EEOC updated its COVID-19-related guidance for employers, titled What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws. In general, this EEOC resource contains important guidance to help employers implement strategies to navigate the impact of COVID-19 in the workplace. In the most recent update, the EEOC answered the question: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may an employer require antibody testing before permitting employers to re-enter the workplace? Read more.
June 23, 2020
Here’s some news for California employers and employees wrestling with the question of how to return to work. Read more.
June 16, 2020
The EEOC 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.
June 16, 2020
As the COVID-19 crisis eases, California courts have removed certain restrictions that had been put in place to reduce pandemic-related harm. Read more.
June 16, 2020
In previous Tax Alerts (here and here), we advised you that most April 1 - July 14, 2020 federal tax filing and payment deadlines had been extended to July 15, 2020. Read more.
June 16, 2020
On June 11, Los Angeles County approved a staged resumption of film and TV production beginning June 12, 2020. However, it comes with extensive regulations. Read more.
June 16, 2020
MarketScreener shared Jordyn Eisenpress's blog post "Setting it Straight: NAD Weighs In On Teeth Aligner Claims." View Article
June 16, 2020
Variety’s 2020 New York Women’s Impact Report includes entertainment partner Victoria Cook. The report selects women based on their impact on the entertainment industry within the past year. View Article
June 10, 2020
Ad Age quotes Hannah Taylor on how brands should effectively communicate reopening during the pandemic. View Article
June 9, 2020
In our continuing effort to help clients leverage COVID-19-related federal assistance, we are tracking a new relief program due out soon from the Federal Reserve. The “Main Street Lending Program” will facilitate loans to small- and mid-size businesses that were considered to be in sound financial condition before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more.
June 9, 2020
As New York State begins reopening for business, Governor Cuomo gave businesses the right to protect themselves by enacting two New York State Executive Orders. Read more.
June 9, 2020
As several production-heavy states announce the easing of stay-at-home orders and restrictions, the question of how to restart entertainment production in a safe manner has become paramount. Read more.
June 9, 2020
The evolution of the PPP continues. On June 5, the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, which enjoyed bipartisan support in Congress and includes many changes designed to provide more flexibility for PPP borrowers, was signed into law. Read more.
June 9, 2020
Shoot Online features Lisa E. Davis and Marcie Cleary's blog post “The Show Must Go On: Production During the Pandemic." View Article
June 8, 2020
The Fashion Law quotes Jeremy S. Goldman on a recent H&M copyright infringement case. View Article
June 7, 2020
Employers preparing to reopen offices and worksites have some new reporting requirements from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) of the United States Department of Labor. The new requirements, effective May 26, 2020, spell out when an employer must record and report a COVID-19-related incident. Read more.
June 2, 2020
As states begin to gradually reopen and networks held virtual upfronts, the entertainment industry is contemplating both when and how production will be able to resume. Studio executives, union representatives and epidemiologists are meeting to develop new protocols that will permit production to restart safely. Read more.
June 1, 2020
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