Alerts: Technology Law
New Online Tool Helps Mobile App Developers Manage Healthcare Compliance
Here is some news about an important new resource for mobile app developers working in the healthcare space. Read more.
April 12, 2016
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In the Press: Praise
Variety’s Legal Impact Report for 2016
Lisa E. Davis, Sean F. Kane, and Andrew P. Hurwitz were listed in Variety's Legal Impact Report for 2016. View Article
April 12, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
14th Annual Global Advertising Alliance Meeting
BizCommunity quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, GALA's Global Chairman on the 14th Annual Global Advertising Alliance Meeting here.
April 7, 2016
In the Press: Praise
2016 International M&A Awards
Gavin McElroy was named by the 2016 International M&A Awards as the PR & Media Lawyer of the Year - USA.
April 7, 2016
Alerts: Employment Law
Get Ready for New Minimum Wage and Family Leave Law Changes in New York
On April 4, 2016, Governor Cuomo signed into law amendments to the New York Labor and Workers' Compensation laws that raised the New York State hourly minimum wage to $15, and provided for paid-family-leave time for most employees. For some New York businesses, the first deadline for compliance is December 31, 2016. Read more.
April 7, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Why BigLaw May Be In Big Trouble After Data Breaches
Law360 quoted Nicole Hyland on potential law firm liability and ethics rules exposure arising from database breaches. View Article
April 4, 2016
Published Articles
Athletes Quarterly Publishes Sean Kane Article on Athletes and Video Games
Sean Kane’s article, “Game On: Have an Idea for a Great Video Game?” provides a roadmap for how athletes can launch or participate in new video game business ventures.
March 29, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Google Row Exposes Digital Fair Use Split, High Court Hears
Law360 noted that Edward H. Rosenthal and Jeremy S. Goldman are part of the legal team representing the Authors Guild in its battle with Google over whether the Google Books service infringes the copyrights of authors. The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether to hear the case. View Article
March 23, 2016
Alerts: Advertising Law: Sports Law
March Madness on a Different Court: Fantasy Sports and New York AG Reach Temporary Compromise
On Monday DraftKings, Inc. and FanDuel, Inc., the two largest providers of Daily Fantasy Sports ("DFS") in the US, announced an agreement with New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman (the "NYAG") in connection with the ongoing DFS litigation. Read more.
March 23, 2016
In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Expands With Century City Office
Variety covers our firm's expansion in Century City, with five attorneys including entertainment group partner Andrew Hurwitz and litigation group partner Jeremy S. Goldman. View Article
March 22, 2016
Published Articles
Recent N.Y. Ethics Opinions: March 2016
The New York Legal Ethics Reporter published Tyler Maulsby's article, titled "Recent N.Y. Ethics Opinions: March 2016". View Article
March 21, 2016
Published Articles
Masking Tapes: An Analysis of the Law of Secret Recording in New York
The New York Legal Ethics Reporter published John B. Harris's article titled "Masking Tapes: An Analysis of the Law of Secret Recording in New York". View Article
March 21, 2016
Alerts: Entertainment Law: Intellectual Property Law
Ruling Maintains That Fair Use Must Be Considered Before Issuing Copyright Takedown Notices
The Ninth Circuit declined to review its earlier opinion in Lenz v. Universal Music Corp. that copyright holders must consider fair use before seeking to remove allegedly infringing content from websites such as YouTube and Facebook. Read more.
March 18, 2016
Alerts: Advertising Law
FTC Settles First Native Advertising Case Against Fashion Retailer
Less than three months after issuing guidance to marketers on native advertising, the FTC has brought and settled its first native advertising case against national retailer Lord & Taylor. Read more.
March 15, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Lord & Taylor Settles FTC Complaint Over Native Advertising, Instagram Campaign
Terri Seligman is quoted in the Media Post article, "Lord & Taylor Settles FTC Complaint Over Native Advertising, Instagram Campaign". View Article
March 15, 2016
Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law
Transferring Personal Data Overseas: EU - US Privacy Shield Will Create New Obligations
On February 2, 2016, EU and US authorities reached an agreement in principle on a new framework for transatlantic data transfers, dubbed the "Privacy Shield." Read more.
March 14, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
John Goodman Joins Mark Wahlberg in Boston Marathon Bombing Movie ‘Patriots Day’
Frankfurt Kurnit client, John Goodman, is mentioned in the Hollywood Reporter about his upcoming role in the film, Patriots Day. View Article
March 14, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Sheppard Mullin’s Bid To Buy Waiver Emerges In Fee Row
Law360 quoted Nicole Hyland on the question whether a law firm can pay a client in exchange for a waiver of a potential conflict of interest. View Article
March 11, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Gibbons Says New Ruling Ends DQ Bid In Pollution Suit
Nicole Hyland, Ronald Minkoff and Tyler Maulsby are featured in the Law360 article, "Gibbons Says New Ruling Ends DQ Bid In Pollution Suit". View Article
March 10, 2016
Press Releases
Jay S. Rand Joins Frankfurt Kurnit as Co-Chair of the Corporate & Finance Group
March 9, 2016 New York, N.Y. - Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz, PC has added Jay S. Rand as a partner and co-chair of the firm’s Corporate & Finance Group. Read more.
March 9, 2016
Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law
FTC Settles Privacy Charges Against ASUS
Computer hardware maker ASUSTeK Computer, Inc. ("ASUS") recently settled FTC charges that the company failed to take steps to secure the software on its routers, putting hundreds of thousands of consumers at risk. Read more.
March 7, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Brand Battles: Google, JetBlue, Hershey
Frankfurt Kurnit client, JetBlue, is mentioned in the Law 360 article, "Brand Battles: Google, JetBlue, Hershey" about its recent appeal to the Trademark Trial Appeal Board. View Article
March 7, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Experts See Rise in Disputes Over Partner Capital Shares
Ronald C. Minkoff is quoted in the New York Law Journal article, "Experts See Rise in Disputes Over Partner Capital Shares". View Article
March 4, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
How Dumb Is It, Legally, for a Celebrity to Tweet While in the Middle of a Lawsuit?
Lisa E. Davis is quoted in the Jezebel article, "How Dumb Is It, Legally, for a Celebrity to Tweet While in the Middle of a Lawsuit?". View Article
March 4, 2016
In the Press: Quoted
Jeffrey Greenbaum featured in Legal Marketing Launch Podcast
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum is interviewed about business development strategies on the Legal Marketing Launch Podcast. View Article
March 2, 2016
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