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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

In the Press

FilmNation Entertainment Inks Multi-Year TV Development Fund Deal With Wishmore

Deadline mentions Victoria Cook and Lee Goldberg who negotiated the development fund on behalf of Wishmore. View Article

September 18, 2020

Published Articles: In the Press

The Unique Challenges Of Protecting A Law Firm Brand

Law360 publishes Kimberly Maynard and Tyler Maulsby's article "The Unique Challenges Of Protecting A Law Firm Brand." The article discusses trademark and branding challenges that law firms face. View Article

September 15, 2020

In the Press

Another Good Comment on the Recently Approved Changes to Regulation in Arizona

Professor Alberto Bernabe from The University of Illinois at Chicago John Marshall Law School shared Ronald C. Minkoff’ s blog post “Arizona's Sweeping Rule Changes Permit More Non-Lawyer Involvement in Legal Services” on his own Professional Responsibility blog. View Article

September 14, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

The Law Firm Disrupted: The Delaware of the Law Firm World?

Law.com speaks with Tyler Maulsby on the Arizona Supreme Court rule change to allow outside ownership of law firms. View Article

September 14, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Vault Rankings 2021

We are excited to be on Vault's 2021 list of the Best Midsize Law Firms, and Vault's list of the Best Law Firms for Media, Entertainment, & Sports.

September 14, 2020

Alerts

CDC Issues Residential Eviction Moratorium

On September 4, 2020, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a federal ban on residential evictions until December 31, 2020 to stop the spread of COVID-19. Read more.

September 9, 2020

Alerts

Sued If You Do, Sued if You Don’t: School Reopening Decisions Create Legal Exposure

Tax- exempt organizations have suffered uniquely during the pandemic. Museums and other arts and cultural institutions have been shuttered, and donations to organizations not focused on COVID-19 remediation are down. Amidst that, perhaps no other group of tax-exempt organizations faces as many challenges today as schools. Read more.

September 8, 2020

Alerts: Estate Planning Law

New York Extends Remote Notarization and Document Execution to October 4, 2020

By Executive Order 202.60 issued September 4, 2020, New York’s remote notarization and document execution procedures are extended through October 4, 2020. Read more.

September 8, 2020

Alerts

Questions to Consider Before Deferring Employee Social Security Tax Payments

On August 28, 2020, the IRS issued guidance (PDF) implementing the August 8, 2020 Presidential Memorandum allowing employers to defer withholding and payment of the employee portion of FICA (Social Security) taxes for certain employees. The Presidential Memorandum and the IRS guidance are clearly intended to put more money in workers’ pockets -- at least temporarily -- but the program raises important questions for employers. Read more.

September 8, 2020

Alerts: Employment Law

New California Law Makes it Easier for Certain Musicians, Writers, Photographers and Content Providers to Be Deemed Independent Contractors

There’s important news for many individual creatives and the companies that hire them. On September 4th, California expanded the list of professions and employees that are exempt from the so-called “ABC test” – a test governing classification of certain workers. The expansive new law covers many industries, but will have a particularly large impact on the media, entertainment and advertising community. Read more.

September 8, 2020

Frankfurt Kurnit Named to List of “Best Law Firms for Women” 2020

We are proud to be named a 2020 Working Mother Best Law Firm for Women. The list highlights the Top 60 law firms that have expanded their women’s initiatives and programs dedicated to the mentoring, sponsorship and promotion of women lawyers, as well as diversity and inclusion programs.

September 8, 2020

In the Press

James Ponsoldt in Talks to Helm ‘Nothing to See Here’ for Sony & 3000 Pictures

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to James Ponsoldt who is set to direct 3000 Pictures’ “Nothing to See Here.” View Article

September 5, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

USPTO Wades into Flood of ‘COVID’ Trademark Applications

Law360 quotes Catherine Farrelly on covid-themed trademark applications the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has received during the pandemic. View Article

September 2, 2020

Alerts

COVID-19 Surge Postpones or Delays Los Angeles Civil Jury Trials

Here’s an update on how the pandemic is affecting jury trials in Los Angeles federal and state courts. Read more.

September 1, 2020

Alerts: Estate Planning Law

How COVID-19 Affects Estate Planning Today 

The pandemic has prompted many of our clients and friends to focus on their estate planning --  finalizing Wills and estate planning documents that had been in progress, or just getting the planning process started with a new sense of urgency. Read more.

August 31, 2020

Alerts: Sports Law

August Sports Industry News 2020

Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we head into Fall. Read more.

August 27, 2020

In the Press

Takeaways From The Weather Channel Settlement Over Location Data Practices

MarketScreener shared Daniel Goldberg’s blog post “Takeaways from The Weather Channel Settlement over Location Data Practices.” View Article

August 26, 2020

Alerts

First “Win” for Businesses Against Insurers in COVID-19 Coverage Lawsuits

Here’s some good news for businesses seeking COVID-19-related “business interruption” coverage from their insurance carriers. Read more.

August 24, 2020