In the Press: Quoted
New Beer Advertising Laws for Russia
Bizcommunity.com quoted Jeffrey Greenbaum on legislation in Russia that impacts the ability of marketers to advertise beer.
October 7, 2014
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Alerts: Advertising Law
FTC Amends Mail or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule
The FTC recently issued final amendments to the Mail or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule (also known as "the 30 Day Rule"), which requires sellers to have a reasonable basis for stating they can ship ordered items to consumers within the time specified or if no time is specified, within 30 days. Read more.
October 6, 2014
Press Releases
Frankfurt Kurnit Adds Catherine Farrelly as Trademark Practice Co-Chair
Frankfurt Kurnit Klein + Selz has appointed Catherine M. C. Farrelly (formerly Catherine M. Clayton) as partner and co-chair of the firm’s Trademark and Brand Management Group effective September 30th, 2014. Read more.
October 1, 2014
Alerts: Advertising Law
Get Ready for New Telemarketing Rules
Here's some news for agencies and brands that market via phone to consumers in Connecticut: On October 1, 2014, Connecticut's new telemarketing law goes into effect. Read more.
September 30, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
10 Job Interview Questions that Could Land You in Legal Trouble
HR Solutions Blog quoted Wendy Stryker on "Job Interview Questions that Could Land You in Legal Trouble". View Article
September 30, 2014
Alerts: Estate Planning Law
Increased Exemptions Provide Estate Planning Opportunities
The current Federal estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax exemption amounts are projected to increase in 2015. Read more.
September 29, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Closing Arguments in ‘Dungeons & Dragons’
Deadline Hollywood quoted Jeremy S. Goldman's closing arguments in Hasbro v. Sweetpea. View Article
September 25, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Blouin Files Counterclaim to Ex-employees’ Backpay Suit
The New York Post quoted Wendy Stryker on the Shanley v. Louise Blouin Media employment lawsuit. View Article
September 24, 2014
Alerts: Advertising Law
FTC Settles With Yelp and TinyCo Over Alleged COPPA Violations
Yelp, a business search and review service website, and TinyCo, a developer of gaming apps geared towards children, recently agreed to settle FTC allegations. Read more.
September 23, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
AMP, The poolhouse Bring Music Discussion To NY
Shoot magazine quoted Jeff Greenbaum in a moderated panel about budget issues in the production landscape. (Article behind a paywall) View Article
September 23, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
From Lawyer To Novelist: An Interview With Helen Wan, Author Of The Partner Track
Above the Law interviewed Frankfurt Kurnit alumna Helen Wan about her novel The Partner Track. View Article
September 17, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Hasbro Trial Over ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Property Opens
Law360 and Deadline Hollywood covered the start of the trial between our client Hasbro and Sweetpea Entertainment over the movie rights to "Dungeons & Dragons". Maura Wogan and Jeremy S. Goldman represent Hasbro and lead our trial team in California. View Article
September 17, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Public Enemy’s Former Lawyer Talks Cultural Appropriation and Copyrights in Hip-Hop
Vice interviewed Lisa Davis on "cultural appropriation and copyrights in hip-hop". View Article
September 16, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Edward Rosenthal Comments on the “Blurred Lines” Dispute on the Today Show
Edward Rosenthal appeared on the Today Show to discuss a copyright dispute involving Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams's hit song, Blurred Lines, and whether the artist and the producer in making the song infringed the copyright in a famous Marvin Gaye tune.
September 16, 2014
Alerts: Advertising Law
New Registration Rules for “Commercial Co-Venturers”
South Carolina recently revised its Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act. The Act now contains new requirements - effective October 4, 2014 - for advertisers whose commercial co-ventures are open to South Carolina residents. Here's a summary of what you need to know. Read more.
September 16, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Movie Fight” “Son of a Bitch” Sequel Spat Heads to Trial
The Hollywood Reporter listed Maura Wogan and Jeremy S. Goldman as lead counsel for Hasbro in an upcoming trial about who owns the rights to "Dungeons and Dragons". View Article
September 15, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
NAMIC Previews Speaker Line-Up For 28th Annual Conference
Entertainment Newsweekly mentioned Lisa E. Davis in its report on the announced speaker line-up for The National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communication's (NAMIC) 28th Annual Conference.
September 12, 2014
Alerts: Advertising Law
Correcting Third-Party Misinformation Online
In June 2014, the FDA issued draft guidance for the pharmaceutical industry titled "Internet/Social Media Platforms: Correcting Independent Third-Party Misinformation About Prescription Drugs and Medical Devices." Read more.
September 12, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Toronto: Radius Nabs North American Rights to Anna Kendrick Musical ‘The Last 5 years’
The Hollywood Reporter listed Hayden Goldblatt as representative to the filmmakers of "The Last 5 Years". View Article
September 5, 2014
In the Press: Quoted
Ex-Dewey Partner Can’t Sue Barclays In Federal Court
Law360 listed Ronald Minkoff and Caren Decter as counsel in the matter of McMillan v. Barclays Bank PLC.
September 4, 2014
Alerts: Technology Law
eCommerce Best Practice: Require Customers to Click “I Agree”
The Ninth Circuit recently affirmed what many industry players already recognized: when conducting eCommerce with consumers, the safest practice for businesses looking to enforce their website's terms is to include obvious indicia of consumer consent, possibly through use of a "clickwrap" agreement (where website users are required to affirmatively click on an "I agree" box). Read more.
September 3, 2014
Alerts: Technology Law
Production Tax Incentives for Video Games
While tax incentives for film and television productions receive a lot of publicity, many states offer valuable business incentives for the production or development of video games as well. Read more.
August 18, 2014
In the Press: Praise
Best Lawyers 2015
Best Lawyers recognized our firm and 16 of our attorneys in their 2015 list. Read more.
August 18, 2014
In the Press: Praise
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum Named Advertising Lawyer of the Year
Best Lawyers named Jeffrey A. Greenbaum the 2015 Advertising Lawyer of the Year - New York City. View Article
August 18, 2014
Alerts: Advertising Law
Facebook Will No Longer Allow “Like-Gating”
There's big news for advertisers who have been "like-gating" content on their Facebook Pages. Read more.
August 12, 2014
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