In the Press: Quoted
Marketer Sued By FTC For Trying To Suppress Bad Reviews
Jeffrey Greenbaum is quoted in the Daily Online Examiner article, "Marketer Sued By FTC For Trying To Suppress Bad Reviews". View Article
September 29, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Ron Minkoff at NALFA Attorney Fees & Ethics Panel
Ron Minkoff is mentioned in the blog post, "NALFA Hosts Successful Program on Attorney Fees & Ethics", which discusses the recent National Association of Legal Fee Analysis panel, entitled “Attorney Fees & Ethics: It Pays To Be Reasonable”, which took place on September 24th. View Article
September 25, 2015
Alerts: Intellectual Property Law
Trademark Office Now Permits Amendment of Registrations to Reflect Technological Advances
Here is some big news for trademark owners: Earlier this month, the United States Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") began a pilot program to allow owners of registered trademarks to update their registrations to reflect changes to their products made as a result of technological advances. Read more.
September 18, 2015
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit: One of the “Best Places to Work in New York City” 2015
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 18, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Andrew Hurwitz in the Hollywood Reporter
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Andrew Hurwitz in the article, "Emily Ratajkowski, Spencer Boldman to Star in Robert Siegel's 'Cruise'". View Article
September 16, 2015
In the Press: Praise
Thirty-three Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named “Super Lawyers” for 2015
Super Lawyers listed thirty-three Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys in its 2015 edition. Read more.
September 16, 2015
Alerts: Entertainment Law: Intellectual Property Law
9th Circuit Rules That Copyright Holders Must Consider Fair Use Before Issuing DMCA Takedown Notice
Media companies and other copyright holders may need to change the way they deal with infringing content on the Internet. Read more.
September 15, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Proposed Rule May Perhaps Propose a Momentary Admission
Legal Monitor Worldwide quotes Ron Minkoff in the article, "Proposed Rule May Perhaps Propose a Momentary Admission". Read more.
September 14, 2015
Alerts: Commercial Litigation
A Spirit of “Cooperation”: What You Need to Know About the DOJ’s New Enforcement Policies
On Wednesday the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a memorandum outlining new policies and procedures for United States Attorneys in corporate investigations (the "Memo"). Read more.
September 11, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
New York Mulls Temporary Admission for Out-of-State Lawyers
Ronald Minkoff is quoted in the Bloomberg BNA article, "New York Mulls Temporary Admission for Out-of-State Lawyers". View Article
September 10, 2015
Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law: Technology Law
Federal Appeals Court Confirms FTC Can Bring “Unfairness” Claims in Data Security Breach Cases
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed this week that the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") has the authority to declare companies' data security practices "unfair" under Section 5 of the FTC Act. Read more.
September 2, 2015
Published Articles
Access to Justice and a New Definition of Professionalism
The New York Legal Ethics Reporter published Ronald C. Minkoff's article titled Access to "Justice and a New Definition of Professionalism". View Article
September 1, 2015
In the Press: Praise
Next Gen Fall TV: 10 Stars Poised for Breakouts
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit client, Melissa Benoist, in the article, "Next Gen Fall TV: 10 Stars Poised for Breakouts". View Article
August 31, 2015
In the Press: Praise
Broadcasting & Cable’s Dealmakers Special Report
Amy Nickin was one of only four lawyers selected in a group of top lawyers, agents, and managers for Broadcasting & Cable's special report. View Article
August 19, 2015
Published Articles
A Wake-Up Call For Attorneys On Using Recorded Conversations
Law360 published John B. Harris’s article on attorney disciplinary cases. Read more.
August 18, 2015
In the Press: Praise
The Best Lawyers in America 2016
Best Lawyers recognized our firm and 17 of our attorneys in their 2016 list. Read more.
August 17, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Ad Group to Offer Patent Troll Insurance
Jeffrey Greenbaum is quoted in the Katy on the Hill article, "Ad Group to Offer Patent Troll Insurance" about the ANA's new insurance program that will protect its members against the legal expense of fighting patent assertion entities, or "patent trolls."
August 13, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Senators Steamed Over Faux Events Honoring Veterans
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum is quoted in the FTC Watch article, "Senators Steamed Over Faux Events Honoring Veterans". (Article behind a paywall) View Article
August 12, 2015
Alerts: Advertising Law
OMG! Kim Kardashian Social Media Post Creates Headache for Drug Marketer
The Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") has sent a warning letter to the pharmaceutical company Duchesnay because of a recent Kim Kardashian social post endorsing the company's morning sickness drug, DICLEGIS.The regulator's action presents a teachable moment for all marketers attempting to leverage celebrity endorsements. Read more.
August 12, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Brian Maas in the New York Law Journal
The New York Law Journal mentions Brian Maas in the article, “Judge in Dewey Trial Known for Fairness, Thoughtfulness” regarding the criminal case against three executives of Dewey & LeBoeuf. Brian is part of the Frankfurt Kurnit team representing Dewey’s ex-finance director, Francis Canellas. (Article behind a paywall) View Article
August 10, 2015
Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law: Technology Law
Enforcement of the Digital Advertising Alliance’s Mobile Guidance Will Begin on September 1st
Starting on September 1, 2015, all companies that collect and use data across sites or apps for interest-based advertising - including carriers, apps, ad networks, brands, agencies and publishers - will be required to demonstrate compliance with the Digital Advertise Alliance's Mobile Guidance on its Self-Regulatory Principles ("DAA Mobile Guidance"), which was issued in July, 2013. Read more.
August 6, 2015
Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law: Technology Law
FTC Recommends 10 Steps to Help Ensure Data Security
While there is no generally applicable federal law in the United States requiring all businesses to take particular steps to secure their sensitive data, the Federal Trade Commission has investigated and penalized numerous companies for failing to implement "reasonable" data security standards. Read more.
August 6, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Hamilton Ends Deal with St. Martin’s Press Claiming Lack of Support
Publishers Weekly quoted Richard Heller in the article, "Hamilton Ends Deal with SMP Claiming Lack of Support" regarding best-selling author Steve Hamilton's move to end his relationship with longtime publisher St. Martin's Press. View Article
August 5, 2015
In the Press: Quoted
Legal Battle Over Dungeons & Dragons Film Rights Ends in Settlement
A settlement has been reached in the "Dungeons and Dragons" film dispute between Hasbro, Warner Brothers, and Sweetpea Entertainment. Frankfurt Kurnit's Maura Wogan and Jeremy S. Goldman respresented Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast. You can find Variety coverage here, Hollywood Reporter coverage here, Guardian coverage here, Deadline coverage here, and Courthouse News coverage here.
August 5, 2015
Alerts: Advertising Law
Into the Fire: Wal-Mart Opts Out of NAD Review - and Is Referred to the FTC
The National Advertising Division ("NAD") - a widely respected alternative dispute forum for advertisers - recently referred Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. ("Wal-Mart")'s "Raise in Pay" campaign to the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") after Wal-Mart declined to participate in NAD's process. Read more.
August 4, 2015
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