We provide tailored, industry-specific legal updates to our clients and other friends of the firm.
Alerts: Employment Law
Changes to Face Mask and Social Distancing Requirements in Updated NY HERO Act Model Plan
As discussed in our previous alerts and blog posts, the New York Health and Essential Rights Act (the “NY HERO Act”) requires employers to among other things maintain, and upon designation by the NYS Commissioner of Health, implement, an “airborne infectious disease” plan that meets certain minimum standards. Read more.
September 28, 2021
In the Press
Big Law and Its Discontents - Partners Have to Set Loose the Happy-Clappys
Law And More mentions Frankfurt Kurnit in their coverage of Helen Wan’s novel being turned into a series for Netflix.
September 28, 2021
In the Press: Praise
Vault Rankings 2022
We are honored to be named by Vault as one of the “Best Midsize Law Firms in New York,” one of the “Best Law Firms for Media, Entertainment & Sports,” and one of the “Top 150 Under 150.” View Article
September 24, 2021
In the Press
Amblin Television Developing Kimberly McCreight’s Novel ‘Friends Like These’ Into Series
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook as counsel to New York Times bestselling author Kimberly McCreight. View Article
September 23, 2021
Sign Up for Alerts
Sign up to receive receive industry-specific emails from our legal team.
Sign Up.
In the Press
‘Schitt’s Creek’ Star Emily Hampshire & Sam Nelson Harris of Band X Ambassadors Team on Superhero Podcast
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Alysa Reiner who is cast in the audio superhero origin story, ”The Beautiful Liar.” View Article
September 21, 2021
Alerts: Privacy & Data Security Law
iOS 15 Brings New Privacy Controls That Will Impact Advertising Initiatives
After months in beta, Apple is releasing iOS 15 to the public. Building upon the Privacy Nutrition Labels and App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework introduced in iOS 14.5, iOS 15 introduces new privacy controls that will impact brand marketing initiatives and the ad tech ecosystem. Although these controls are not an iOS 14.5-caliber seismic event, they are yet another example of how platform providers have become de facto regulators of privacy. Read more.
September 20, 2021
In the Press
Netflix is Making a Series Set in Big Law. How Realistic Will it Be?
Reuters mentions Frankfurt Kurnit in their coverage of Netflix’s new series, “Partner Track” based on Helen Wan’s 2013 novel of the same name. View Article
September 16, 2021
In the Press
United States: Employers Must Implement NY HERO Act Safety Plans Now
One News Page shared Wendy Stryker’s article, "Employers Must Implement NY HERO Act Safety Plans Now." View Article
September 16, 2021
Sign Up for Alerts
Sign up to receive receive industry-specific emails from our legal team.
Sign Up.
In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Adds Real Estate Practice Chair
Crain’s New York, The New York Law Journal, Law360, and The New York Real Estate Journal covered the news that Larry Welch joined the firm as a partner and chair of our real estate group. View Article
September 15, 2021
In the Press: Quoted
Election Fraud Cases Sow Doubts About Legal Profession’s Future
Bloomberg Law quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on court reactions to the complaints filed against Rudy Giuliani. View Article
September 14, 2021
Hilary Swank to Star in Tom McCarthy Newspaper Drama for ABC
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Tom McCarthy. View Article
September 14, 2021
In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Adds Real Estate Partner Larry Welch
Frankfurt Kurnit has added Larry Welch as a partner in the firm’s Real Estate Group. Read more.
September 13, 2021
Sign Up for Alerts
Sign up to receive receive industry-specific emails from our legal team.
Sign Up.
Published Articles: In the Press
Dr. Seuss / Star Trek Mashup Case Heads to Trial After Fair Use Roller Coaster Ride
The Media Law Resource Center’s MediaLawLetter published Jeremy S. Goldman’s article, “Dr. Seuss / Star Trek Mashup Case Heads to Trial After Fair Use Roller Coaster Ride.” View Article
September 13, 2021
In the Press
UTA Signs Actor, Writer & Producer X Mayo
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to X Mayo. View Article
September 13, 2021
In the Press: Quoted
Federal Judge’s Ties to Buffalo Mayor Raised in Ballot Appeal
Law360 quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on ethical concerns raised due to a connection between the mayor of Buffalo and a U.S. District Judge. (Behind paywall) View Article
September 9, 2021
In the Press: Quoted
Out-of-State Lawyers Can Invest in Alternative Legal Businesses, ABA Ethics Committee Finds
The American Lawyer quotes Tyler Maulsby on the American Bar Association’s newly released ethics opinion on passive investment in alternative business structures. (Behind paywall) View Article
September 9, 2021
Sign Up for Alerts
Sign up to receive receive industry-specific emails from our legal team.
Sign Up.
Alerts: Employment Law
Employers Must Implement NY HERO Act Safety Plans Now
On September 6, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul designated COVID-19 as an airborne infectious disease under the HERO Act. This designation requires all employers to implement workplace safety plans that are in compliance with HERO Act standards. Read more.
September 8, 2021
In the Press
Pop-up Advertising and Mouse Trapping-Media, Telecom, IT, Entertainment
Illinois News mentions Terri Seligman and Kelly O’Donnell’s blog post, “Quebec: Don’t Exclude Any More!” View Article
August 27, 2021
In the Press
UTA Signs Rebeca Huntt, Whose Docu Debut ‘Beba’ Is Set For TIFF World Premiere
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook as counsel to filmmaker Rebeca Huntt who signed with UTA. Her debut feature documentary "Beba" will have its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival in September. View Article
August 26, 2021
In the Press
‘The Cathedral’: First Look at Brian D’Arcy James and Monica Barbaro
Variety mentions Amy Nickin as counsel to Brian D’Arcy James who stars in the film “The Cathedral." View Article
August 26, 2021
Sign Up for Alerts
Sign up to receive receive industry-specific emails from our legal team.
Sign Up.
Published Articles: In the Press
Lawsuit Challenging (Mis)Use of Academy Award Statuette Survives Motion to Dismiss
Shoot Online features Brian Murphy’s blog post, “Lawsuit Challenging (Mis)Use of Academy Award Statuette Survives Motion to Dismiss.” View Article
August 25, 2021
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit: One of the “Best Places to Work in New York City” 2021
For the 11th year, Crain's New York Business includes Frankfurt Kurnit on its annual list of the 100 Best Places to Work in New York City. View Article
August 23, 2021
In the Press: Quoted
When TikTok, YouTube and Twitch Creators Get into Trouble, These Lawyers Come to the Rescue
The Business of Business interviews Marcie Cleary on the legal matters that arise when representing social media content creators. View Article
August 23, 2021
In the Press
Brand Battles: Coursera Seeks To Cut ‘Classera’ TM
Law360 mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Anthony Mangieri. (Behind paywall) View Article
August 20, 2021
Sign Up for Alerts
Sign up to receive receive industry-specific emails from our legal team.
Sign Up.
In the Press: Praise
The Best Lawyers in America 2022
We are pleased to report that Best Lawyers — the oldest and one of the most respected peer reviewed lawyer recommendation services — continues to recommend Frankfurt Kurnit. Read more.
August 19, 2021