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In the Press

‘Miss Juneteenth’ Writer-Director Channing Godfrey Peoples Inks First-Look Deal With UCP

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Channing Godrey Peoples. View Article

January 12, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Sanctions Motion Against Lawyers Aligned with Trump Spotlights QAnon Conspiracy   

Reuters quotes Tyler Maulsby on the difficulty of potential disciplinary action against attorneys whose online posts were made in a personal capacity. View Article

January 6, 2021

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

In the Press: Quoted

The Regulatory Issues Madison Avenue May Face in 2021

The Wall Street Journal quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on potential updates to the Federal Trade Commission’s guides in the new year. View Article

December 28, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

New York’s Approach to Legal Service Models Too Conservative, Critics Say

Law.com quotes Tyler Maulsby on the matter of alternative legal business structures in New York. View Article

December 24, 2020

Google, Cartoon Network Beat Lawsuit Over Kids’ Data Collection

Law360 and Reuters mention Jeremy S. Goldman as counsel to Hasbro. View Article

December 23, 2020

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

In the Press: Praise

Diverse Representation: The Ten to Watch in 2021

Diverse Representation includes Marcie Cleary as one of their ten to watch in 2021. View Article

December 21, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Strike Gold In Hollywood

Daily Beast quotes Lisa E. Davis on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent entertainment deals. View Article

December 21, 2020

Published Articles

The Impaired Lawyer: A Modern Conundrum

PLI Current: The Journal of PLI Press published Ronald C. Minkoff’s article “The Impaired Lawyer: A Modern Conundrum” which discusses the legal and ethical issues caused by an impaired lawyer using hypothetical attorneys. View Article

December 21, 2020

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

In the Press

‘Chernobyl’ Producer Sister Options Lydia Millet’s ‘A Children’s Bible’ For Limited Series, Tayarisha Poe To Write & Direct

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Tayarisha Poe. View Article

December 16, 2020

In the Press

Thomas & Mercer Signs Three from Koontz

The Bookseller mentions Richard Heller as counsel to Dean Koontz. View Article

December 14, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Removing Bad Reviews Might Deceive Consumers, FTC Suggests

MediaPost quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on the Federal Trade Commission’s view that removing negative reviews may mislead consumers. View Article

December 10, 2020

Published Articles: In the Press

Failure to Show Use on Component Goods

The INTA Bulletin published Kimberly Maynard’s article “Failure to Show Use on Component Goods.” (Behind paywall) View Article

December 10, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Power Lawyers 2020: New York’s Top 20 Entertainment Attorneys

The Hollywood Reporter includes Lisa E. Davis and Michael Williams in its Power Lawyers list of the top entertainment attorneys in New York. View Article

December 9, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Banana Republic Says Designer’s Font Claim Is Bananas

Law360 quotes Jeremy Goldman on a typeface dispute between Banana Republic and a design company. (Behind paywall) View Article

December 9, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report 2020: Top Negotiators That Have Kept Hollywood Humming

Variety includes Sean Jefferson in their Dealmakers Impact Report “Up Next” list for 2020. View Article

December 9, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

Folgers in Hot Water Over Servings Claims

Business Insurance includes Terri Seligman’s blog post “Do marketers need to show their work when making math-based claims? Or, how much coffee DO you need to make a good cup?” in their coverage of a class-action lawsuit against the Folger Coffee Co. View Article

December 9, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Irish Legal 100 - 2020 Edition

Irish Legal 100 named Catherine Farrelly and Sean Kane to their list for 2020.

December 9, 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

In the Press

Serviceplan Group’s Acquisition of Grupo ABC 30% Stake in Pereira & O’Dell

Global Legal Chronicle mentions Mara Canner as counsel to Pereira & O’Dell on their transaction with Serviceplan Group. View Article

December 3, 2020