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February 25th, 2022
Decoding the Latest Wave of Video Game Cheat Cases
Interactive Entertainment Partner Sean F. Kane was quoted in the article, “Decoding the Latest Wave of Video Game Cheat Cases” published by Law360. The article analyzes the slew of copyright lawsuits filed by video game makers against websites that sell cheat tools for players to gain unfair advantages and the challenges ahead for these type of lawsuits. Sean explains the cheating lawsuits are nothing new but notes the latest set of suits may indicate that video game companies have a bigger mission in mind to obtain damages.
Sean adds, "Filing a suit against an entity that is generating significant income directly from the nefarious activity is usually intended to send a message to other entities: to shut down the particular company and to obtain the monies generated by the activity as damages."
Read the full article here. (Behind paywall)
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‘Trump Too Small’ Opinion Leaves Some Justices, Attys Vexed
Law360 quotes Kimberly M. Maynard on the recent 'Trump Too Small' apparel trademark that the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously concluded was not a free speech violation. View Article
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Addiction-Treatment Startups Are Raking in VC Money—and Amassing Millions in Fines
Inc. Magazine quotes Daniel M. Goldberg on the recent explosion of venture funding in addiction treatment startups and the various legal and privacy concerns that come with building technology that has outpaced the scope of current regulations. (Behind paywall) View Article
June 11 2024
Rachel Sennott’s HBO comedy pilot welcomes 4 new cast members
Variety mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to actor, writer, and producer Jordan Firstman, who will join Odessa A'zion, Miles Robbins, and True Whitaker in Rachel Sennott's upcoming HBO comedy pilot. View Article
June 10 2024