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Brand Battles: ‘Monopoloy,’ Coca-Cola, ‘Kryptonite’
Law360 mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Hasbro Inc. the toy company that sells Monopoly. Hasbro is trying to block a Croatian company from registering a “Drinkopoly” trademark. View Article
March 11, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Winklevoss Twins’ Atty Fined $15K for Improper Behavior
Law360 quotes Tyler Maulsby about the fines faced by attorney Tyler Meade for misconduct during a client deposition. (Behind paywall) View Article
March 8, 2019
In the Press
Get Legal Experts’ Perspective on How the Law is Impacting Game Dev at GDC!
Gamasutra mentions Gregory Boyd’s speaking engagement “Legal Battle Royale: Not Boring Edition” in their summary of the 2019 Game Developers Conference. View Article
March 7, 2019
Alerts: Intellectual Property Law
Supreme Court Requires Registration Prior to Bringing Copyright Suit
Yesterday, the Supreme Court issued two unanimous decisions affecting the rights and remedies available to copyright owners. Read more.
March 5, 2019
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Hateful Rhetoric and Online Platforms Foster Environments Where Hate Can Grow in the United States
Maine Campus quotes Gregory Boyd about challenges video game companies face when seeking to crack down on the recruiting of gamers from right-winged hate groups. View Article
March 5, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Entertainment Lawyers Nervous After Meeting with Writers Guild over Agent Feud
The Hollywood Reporter quotes Andrew Hurwitz in an article about the current labor tension between Writers Guild members and talent agents. View Article
March 5, 2019
In the Press
‘The Hunt’: Josh Radnor to Co-Star in Jordan Peele’s Amazon Drama Series
Deadline and Variety mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Josh Radnor who is set to co-star in the Amazon series 'The Hunt.' View Article
March 4, 2019
Alerts: Sports Law
February 2019 Sports Industry News
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we kick off 2019. Read more.
February 21, 2019
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In the Press: Quoted
Media Moves
The Media Online mentions the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance third annual advertising law seminar in their media moves section. Jeffrey A. Greenbaum is quoted. View Article
February 21, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance to Hold 3rd Annual Advertising Law Seminar in New York City
Shoot Online quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum about GALA’s (Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance) third annual advertising law seminar. View Article
February 20, 2019
Published Articles
Artificial Intelligence: Privacy Promise or Peril?
The Future of Privacy Forum published Maria Nava’s article, “Artificial Intelligence: Privacy Promise or Peril.” View Article
February 20, 2019
In the Press
Sprint Sues AT&T for Labeling its Network ‘5G’ When it’s Actually 4G
CNBC shares the complaint filed on behalf of our client Sprint by Kimberly Maynard. Sprint seeks to stop AT&T from using the terms “5GE,” “5g E,” “5G Evolution,” and any description containing “5G.” View Article
February 11, 2019
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Sara Colangelo to Direct Michael Keaton, Stanley Tucci in ‘What Is Life Worth’
Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Sara Colangelo who will direct the film “What Life is Worth” starring Michael Keaton and Stanely Tucci.
February 11, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
New Edition of Global Advertising Law Book Now Available
BizCommunity quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum about the second edition release of the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance book “Advertising Law: A Global Legal Perspective.” The book provides an overview of laws governing advertising and marketing in more than 65 countries. View Article
February 7, 2019
In the Press
Allison Williams, Alexander Dreymon to Star in STX Survival Thriller ‘Horizon Line’
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Allison Williams who will star in a survival thriller for STXfilms. View Article
February 5, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit in WTR 1000 2019
The World Trademark Review includes Frankfurt Kurnit in its “The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals 2019” saying, “Built on the foundations of a top-drawer media, entertainment and advertising practice, the outstanding trademarks and brands group at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz turns heads across the industry spectrum.
February 4, 2019
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In the Press: Quoted
NY Attorney General Declares Selling Fake Social Media Followers Is Illegal
The Hollywood Reporter, New York Post, and MediaPost quote Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on the recent New York Attorney General enforcement action against a vendor of fake social media followers.
February 4, 2019
Published Articles
Professional Negligence in New York
Lexology recently did a Q&A with Ronald C. Minkoff about hot topic - professional negligence in New York. View Article
January 31, 2019
In the Press
The Ella Project’s Where Are They Now: Dorian Slater Thomas
The Ella Project features Dorian Slater Thomas in their "where are they now?" section. Mr. Thomas volunteered with The Ella Project in 2013. The Ella Project offers pro bono legal assistance for low to moderate income artists, musicians, and grass roots nonprofits in Louisiana.
January 30, 2019
In the Press
Dozens of Privacy Experts Tell the California Legislature That Its New Privacy Law is Badly Undercooked
Techdirt mentions the letter signed by Daniel Goldberg that urges the California legislature to make changes to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). View Article
January 29, 2019
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In the Press
Cazzie David Comedy ‘Half-Empty’ Gets Amazon Pilot Order
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook and Lee Goldberg as counsel to Augustine Frizzell who will direct and executive produce the pilot for Amazon's new comedy "Half-Empty." View Article
January 29, 2019
Alerts: Employment Law
California Employment Law Changes You Need to Know
A raft of legislative changes affect hiring practices, employment agreements, employee classification, training, and more. Here’s a handy summary. Read more.
January 28, 2019
In the Press
Alpine Yurt Dinners, Anyone? Sundance Veterans Reveal How to Survive That Hectic First Weekend in Park City
The Hollywood Reporter talks to Victoria Cook about her must-visit restaurant, Red Iguana, while attending the Sundance Film Festival. View Article
January 28, 2019
Alerts: Technology Law
Risky Business Just Got Riskier - DOJ Changes Stance on Internet Gambling
Last week the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) made waves in the online gambling industry with an Opinion interpreting the Wire Act (18 U.S.C. § 1084). In the Opinion, DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel concluded that most sections of the Wire Act are not limited to sports-related wagers and instead prohibit the use of interstate wires for any bets or wagers. Read more.
January 23, 2019
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‘RBG’ Director Julie Cohen, eOne’s Peter Micelli, C4’s Alex Mahon & Annapurna’s Sue Naegle Join Keshet’s INTV
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook as a A-list name speaking at the INTV conference in Jerusalem. View Article
January 22, 2019