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In the Press: Praise
2021 Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" ranked Frankfurt Kurnit nationally in "Tier 1" in Advertising, Copyright, Entertainment - Motion Pictures and Television, Trademark, and Trusts & Estates Law, "Tier 2" in Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy) and Media Law. View Article
November 5, 2020
In the Press
USC Gould Alumni Newsletter - October 2020
The USC Gould Alumni Newsletter mentions Daniel Goldberg’s promotion to partner.
November 5, 2020
In the Press
Federal Circuit Clarifies Standing For Trademark Cancellation Proceedings
MarketScreener shared Kimberly Maynard’s blog post “Federal Circuit Clarifies Standing For Trademark Cancellation Proceedings.” View Article
November 5, 2020
Published Articles
TTAB Refuses Application for Motion Mark in Precedential Opinion
IP Litigator published Kimberly Maynard’s article “TTAB Refuses Application for Motion Mark in Precedential Opinion” in the September/October 2020 issue. View Article
November 4, 2020
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New York Extends Remote Notarization and Document Execution to December 3, 2020
By Executive Order 202.72 issued November 3, 2020, New York’s remote notarization and document execution procedures are extended through December 3, 2020. Read more.
November 4, 2020
Alerts: Employment Law
New CDC “Close Contact” Definition Establishes Lower Threshold for Required Quarantine
The CDC recently updated its definition of a close contact as: someone who was within six feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period starting from two days before illness onset (or, for more asymptomatic patients, 2 days prior to test specimen collection) until the time the patient is isolated. Read more.
November 4, 2020
In the Press
DiverseCITY Times
The NYC Bar Association's DiverseCITY Times spotlights Marcie Cleary. View Article
November 4, 2020
Ellen Page, Paris Berelc Starring in Video Game Comedy ‘1UP’
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Kyle Newman who is directing the first feature film for Buzzfeed Studios. View Article
October 30, 2020
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Published Articles: In the Press
Battle Lines Have Been Drawn Over the Protection of Fonts
The Fashion Law published Jeremy S. Goldman’s article “Battle Lines Drawn Over Font Copyright Protection” on the copyrightability of fonts. View Article
October 30, 2020
In the Press
Copyhype – Friday’s Endnotes – 10/30
Copyhype shares Jeremy S. Goldman’s blog post “Battle Lines Drawn Over Font Copyright Protection” in their Friday endnotes for October 30th. View Article
October 30, 2020
In the Press
Manatt Must Face Full Suit For Under Armour Slip, Judge Told
Law360 mentions Nicole Hyland as counsel to Manatt Phelps & Phillips LLP. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 30, 2020
Alerts: Sports Law
October Sports Industry News 2020
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we approach Election Day and the holiday season. Read more.
October 30, 2020
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In the Press
CAA Signs ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’ Writer-Performer Jeff Wright
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to writer and performer Jeff Wright who recently signed with CAA. View Article
October 29, 2020
In the Press
Bank Inks $2M Settlement Over Handling Of ESOP Buy
Law360 mentions John B. Harris as counsel to the executives who sued Lubbock National Bank over the mismanagement of their employee stock ownership plan. View Article
October 28, 2020
Alerts
Do Telecommuters Working in Another State Owe New York State Income Taxes?
New York State recently issued new tax guidance for telecommuters providing answers to questions about the impact of COVID-19 on their New York State and New York City personal income tax liability. Read more.
October 27, 2020
Alerts: Commercial Litigation
California Business Interruption Coverage Plaintiff Seeks Expedited Supreme Court Review
The Inns by the Sea, which operates hotels in California, is hoping to fast track its appeal of a state judge's August ruling dismissing its suit against California Mutual Insurance Co., by bypassing a midlevel appellate court and seeking immediate review by the Supreme Court of California. The case involves an issue of "great public importance" that is coming up in thousands of similar coverage disputes. Read more.
October 27, 2020
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New York Extends Commercial Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium and Reopens Movie Theaters
On October 20, 2020, Governor Cuomo extended through January 1, 2021 the New York Executive Order prohibiting the initiation of a proceeding or enforcement of an eviction of any commercial tenant for nonpayment of rent or a foreclosure of any commercial mortgage for nonpayment of such mortgage. Read more.
October 27, 2020
Alerts: Restaurant Law
New York City Expands Open Restaurants Program
New York City has recently made permanent its Open Restaurant Program. Under this program, restaurants are now permitted to use heating and enclosures, and expand seating to adjacent properties with neighbors’ consent. Read more.
October 20, 2020
In the Press
Skydance Picks Up Action Love Story ‘The Gorge’ From ‘Tomorrow War’ Writer
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Andrew Hurwitz as counsel to Zach Dean whose script “The Gorge” was picked up by Skydance. View Article
October 19, 2020
In the Press
‘Brightburn’ Director Sets Netflix’s ‘Night Books’ As Next Film With Krysten Ritter, Winslow Fegley And Lidya Jewett On Board To Star
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Winslow Fegley who is set to star in the upcoming Netflix film “Night Books.” View Article
October 15, 2020
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In the Press
Showtime Goes Straight to Series With Brooklyn Comedy
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to stand-up comedians Kevin Iso and Dan Perlman whose series “Flatbush Misdemeanors” was picked up by Showtime. View Article
October 15, 2020
In the Press: Praise
Thirty-four Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers New York Metro List for 2020
The list includes: Christopher R. Chase, Victoria Cook, Lisa E. Davis, Catherine M.C. Farrelly, Michael P. Frankfurt, Hayden Goldblatt, Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, John B. Harris, Richard B. Heller, Richard Hofstetter, Nicole Hyland, Candice Kersh, Rick Kurnit, Brian E. Maas, Richard Maltz, Jeffrey Marks, Kimberly Maynard, Mark Merriman, Ronald C. Minkoff, Brian G. Murphy, Edward H. Rosenthal, Terri Seligman, Thomas D. Selz, Barbara E. Shiers, Wendy Stryker, Linda Wank, S. Jean Ward, and Maura Wogan. Marcie Cleary, Christina Jenkins, Sasha Levites, Tyler Maulsby, Adam Osterweil and Rachel Santori are listed as “Rising Stars.” Read more.
October 15, 2020
Alerts
Los Angeles Superior Court Delays Resumption of Most Civil Jury Trials Due to COVID-19
On October 9, 2020, still grappling with the effects of COVID-19, the Los Angeles Superior Court further delayed the resumption of most civil jury trials until 2021. Read more.
October 12, 2020
In the Press: Quoted
NBCUniversal Ad Boss Linda Yaccarino is Getting a New Role
Business Insider quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on Linda Yaccarino’s new expanded role as global chair of advertising and partnerships at NBCUniversal. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 12, 2020
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How COVID-19 is Impacting Commercial Sports Contracts
LawInSport included Christopher R. Chase’s perspective on how COVID-19 is impacting commercial sports contracts in the US. Mr. Chase notes commercial contracts are being drafted differently than pre covid contracts, with language addressing specific situations. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 12, 2020