In the Press: Quoted
Brian Maas Quoted in the New York Post
The New York Post quoted Brian Maas in defense of our client, the classical violinist David Garrett. (Article behind paywall) View Article
June 7, 2016
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In the Press: Quoted
SXSW Interactive 2016 Must Read Takeaways
Wendy Stryker is mentioned in the Career Profiles article, "SXSW Interactive 2016 Must Read Takeaways." View Article
June 7, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Hospitality Industry Will Have to Weigh Options in Wake of Overtime Rule
Wendy Stryker is mentioned in theThe Society for Human Resources Managementarticle, "Hospitality Industry Will Have to Weigh Options in Wake of Overtime Rule".
June 2, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Oprah Winfrey Moves to Trademark a Line of Name-Brand Food Products
Catherine Farrelly was quoted by the New York Daily News on the creation of Oprah's own food label. View Article
June 2, 2016
Published Articles
In the Spirit of ‘Fun-Raising’
The New York Law Journal published an article featuring Richard Hofstetter and Barbara E. Shiers and our support for our client Comic Relief (and their fundraising event Red Nose Day.) View Article
June 1, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Fair Use in Authors Guild v. Google, Inc.
Jeremy S. Goldman was interviewed on the Legal Talk Network show Lawyer 2 Lawyer about fair use in Authors Guild v. Google, Inc. View Article
June 1, 2016
Alerts: Advertising Law
FTC Will Examine Effectiveness of Consumer Disclosures
The Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") announced last week its plan to host a public workshop on September 15, 2016 called "Putting Disclosures to the Test." Read more.
May 31, 2016
Alerts: Commercial Litigation: Employment Law
New Trade Secrets Law Calls for Changes to Handbooks and Certain Employment Agreements
As we noted in an alert last week, the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 ("DTSA") creates a private right of action to sue in federal court for trade secret misappropriation, and provides for remedies including actual damages and attorneys' fees. Read more.
May 25, 2016
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit on the 2016 Midsize Hot List
The National Law Journal has once again named Frankfurt Kurnit to its 2016 Midsize Hot List. Read more.
May 23, 2016
Press Releases
FAN 109 (First Amendment News) Abrams Institute to Host Event on Commercial Speech
Concurring Opinions mentions Rick Kurnit and his participation in the Floyd Abrams Institute for Freedom of Expression's event on Commercial Speech on June 13.
May 20, 2016
Alerts: Advertising Law
National Marketers Face Class Action Suits Under New Jersey Consumer Protection Law
A surge of recent lawsuits brought under a 30 year-old New Jersey consumer protection law has national marketers and their lawyers huddling. Here's a summary of how the law works and why there's exposure for marketers everywhere. Read more.
May 20, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
SirusXM Morning Briefing Covers the New Federal Overtime Rules
Wendy Stryker appeared on SiriusXM’s Morning Briefing with Tim Farley, where she discussed the new federal overtime rules and how those rules will affect media, entertainment and hospitality industry businesses. Listen to the six-minute interview here.
May 20, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Ronald Minkoff in the Wall Street Journal
Ron Minkoff is quoted in the Wall Street Journal article, "Proposed Antidiscrimination Rule for Lawyers Sparks Heated Debate". View Article
May 12, 2016
In the Press: Praise
Candice Kersh honored as a 2016 Top Women in Media by Folio Magazine
Folio Magazine lists Candice Kersh in its "2016 Top Women in Media" feature.
May 11, 2016
Alerts: Employment Law
Get Ready Now For New Overtime Rules
Important changes to federal overtime rules are right around the corner. Read more.
May 9, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Rick Kurnit in Broadcasting & Cable
Broadcasting & Cable quoted Rick Kurnit on the implications of the Supreme Court’s decision to let stand a lower court ruling in POM Wonderful vs. FTC. View Article
May 5, 2016
Alerts: Intellectual Property Law
Supreme Court Decision Will Clarify Copyright Protection for Fashion Designs
On Monday, the Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments in Star Athletica v. Varsity Brands, which could set the stage for greater clarity in copyright law in the fashion and design industries. Read more.
May 4, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Is Avvo’s fixed-cost service a fee-sharing violation?
The ABA Journal quoted Nicole Hyland in an article about a controversial match-making legal services site. View Article
April 27, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Copyright Protection a Must for Designers, According to Panelists at Fashion Law Institute Panel
Rachel Kronman is quoted in the Women's Wear Daily article, "Copyright Protection a Must for Designers, According to Panelists at Fashion Law Institute Panel".
April 27, 2016
Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Not Just a New York State of Mind: Nonresident Lawyers Must Have a Physical Office in New York
On Friday, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit struck a blow to nonresident lawyers looking to practice in New York State. Read more.
April 26, 2016
Alerts: Estate Planning Law
Recent Estate Tax Changes Create Planning Opportunities
On April 1, 2016, the New York State ("NYS") estate tax exclusion amount increased to $4,187,500, further narrowing the gap between the NYS estate tax exclusion amount and the Federal estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer ("GST") tax exemption amounts ($5,450,000 as of January 1, 2016). Read more.
April 25, 2016
In the Press: Praise
Best Law Firms for Female Attorneys
Law360 included Frankfurt Kurnit in its 2016 list of the 100 Best Law Firms for Female Attorneys, based on female representation at the partner and non-partner level, and total number of female attorneys. View Article
April 18, 2016
In the Press: Praise
Most Outstanding Advertising Law Firm 2016
Corporate Livewire has ranked our firm as the 'Most Oustanding Law Firm' for 2016.
April 18, 2016
In the Press: Praise
Above the Law Gender Diversity Index
Above the Law has published their anual Gender Diversity Index based on a study of women at 1200 law firms. Of the 332 firms listed, we ranked 10th for the percentage of female associates at the firm and 22nd for the percentage of female attorneys at all levels working at the firm. Above the Law gave us an 'A' grade for gender diversity. View Article
April 14, 2016
Alerts: Advertising Law
Federal Trade Commission Speaks on Use of “All Natural” and “100% Natural” Claims in Advertising
The Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") joined the widely publicized "natural" products debate by issuing four settlements and bringing a new complaint relating to misleading "all natural" or "100% natural" advertising claims. Read more.
April 13, 2016
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