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Brat Inc: MGA Entertainment’s Dispute Over “BRATZ” Mark Dismissed
Lloyd’s Intellectual Property Reporter mentions Maura Wogan, Jeremy S. Goldman, and Kimberly Maynard as counsel to Brat, Inc. in its trademark dispute with MGA Entertainment, Inc. The case was dismissed.
July 10 2019
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Kirkland Lawyers in Spotlight Amid New Epstein Criminal Case
The New York Law Journal quotes John B. Harris on the ethics of meetings between prosecutors and defense lawyers in an article about accused sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein. (Behind paywall)
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July 10 2019
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New York Readies Dramatic New Harassment Rules – What Are the Changes, and Are You Prepared to Comply?
The New York State Senate and Assembly recently passed a bill adding substantial additional protections for employees. The new law will provide additional protections for employees who allege sexual harassment; remove certain employer defenses; alter non-disclosure agreements; extend the statute of limitations for sexual harassment claims; and make changes to…
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July 9 2019
Events & Education
The Business of Comedy: How to Get Representation
Marcie Cleary presents “The Business of Comedy: How to Get Representation” during a panel hosted by Stark White Entertainment in New York City.
July 2 2019
Events & Education
Law of Shale Plays Conference
Ronald C. Minkoff presents “We’re Not in Kansas Anymore – Or Are We? Multijurisdictional Practice for the Oil and Gas Lawyer” at the 10th Law of Shale Plays Conference in Pittsburgh. More information here.
July 1 2019
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June 2019 Sports Industry News
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as Summer rolls along.
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June 30 2019
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Drugmakers Face Tough Free Speech Fight on List Prices in TV Ads
Bloomberg Law quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on pharmaceutical companies challenging a new government rule requiring them to disclose drug list prices in TV ads. Mr. Greenbaum notes the lawsuit raises important questions about the new rule and if it’s going to be alleviated by the requirements. (Behind paywall)
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June 26 2019
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Supreme Court Says “Scandalous” Trademarks May be Registered
Here’s some news for brands, creators, and other entities developing nonconforming names or entertainment content. Yesterday, the Supreme Court ruled that FUCT and other profane, “scandalous” or “immoral” words may be registered as trademarks.
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June 26 2019
Events & Education
The Ethics Game Show 2019: A Review of Ethical Issues
Tyler Maulsby is part of an expert panel discussing pertinent ethical rules in a fun, unconventional way for PLI’s event in New York.
June 23 2019
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Hollywood Faces “Devastating” Costs from California Bill Targeting Gig Economy
The Hollywood Reporter quotes Tricia L. Legittino on how the newly passed AB 5 bill in California could affect the entertainment industry.
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June 20 2019
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Mynda R. Krato is an Associate in the Entertainment Group Ms. Krato handles a broad range of transactional entertainment and intellectual property matters, with a focus on development, production, sales and distribution deals in the film, television, and digital media industries. Prior to joining Frankfurt Kurnit, Ms. Krato served as…
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The Michael Harrison Interview Podcast Features Jeffrey A. Greenbaum
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum was the featured guest on The Michael Harrison Interview podcast. Jeff spoke about advertising compliance, the FTC, influencers and social media. Listen to the podcast here. Talkers also highlights the podcast.
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June 18 2019
Events & Education
Inside the Game: Unlocking the Consumer Issues Surrounding Loot Boxes
Sean F. Kane speaks at “Inside the Game: Unlocking the Consumer Issues Surrounding Loot Boxes” hosted by the Federal Trade Commission in Washington, DC. More information here.
June 17 2019
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American Black Film Festival Features Events in South Beach
Local10.com mentions Lisa E. Davis, Marcie Cleary and Sean Jefferson’s master class “Making the Deal – Knowing What Matters” in its coverage of American Black Film festival in Miami.
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June 17 2019
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Eliminating Bias and Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Women of Color
Lisa E. Davis presents “Beyond Mentoring: Eliminating Bias and Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Women of Color” during a panel at the New York City Bar Association. More information here.
June 17 2019
Events & Education
The Michael Harrison Interview Podcast
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum is a guest on The Michael Harrison Interview podcast. Michael Harrison interviews Mr. Greenbaum on advertising compliance, the FTC, influencers and social media.
June 13 2019
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NYWIFT: Power Player Breakfast Terry Lawler
Below the Line mentions Frankfurt Kurnit in their coverage of The New York Women in Film & Television’s finale Power Player Breakfast of the season.
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June 11 2019
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SHOOT New Directors Showcase Event Features Insights from Two-Time DGA Award Winner Matthew Heineman
Shoot Online mentions Jeffery A. Greenbaum in its overview of the 17th Annual New Directors Showcase Event. Mr. Greenbaum spoke about arising legal issues between advertising and entertainment.
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June 11 2019
Events & Education
PLI’S Fundamentals of Copyright Law in the Data Era 2019
Jeremy S. Goldman presents “Enforcing Copyrights” during Practising Law Institute’s Fundamentals of Copyright Law in the Data Era 2019 program in San Francisco. More information here.
June 6 2019
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Copyright Society of the USA: 2019 Annual Meeting
Jeremy S. Goldman presents “It's All in the Contract - or Is It? Will the Contract Law Provisions of the New EU Copyright Directive Affect U.S. Contracts for Exploitations of Works and Performances within the EU?” at the Copyright Society’s 2019 Annual Meeting in Baltimore. More information here.
June 6 2019
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What RuPaul’s Drag Race Can Teach Us About Fair Use
Jeremy S. Goldman moderates the program “What RuPaul’s Drag Race Can Teach Us About Fair Use” for the LA Chapter of the Copyright Society. More information here.
June 6 2019
Events & Education
Esports Bar Association Conference
Sean F. Kane speaks on “Betting, Loot Boxes, and Gambling in Esports” at the Esports Bar Association Conference at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles.
June 4 2019
Events & Education
2019 IFP Episodic Lab
Sasha Levites gives a lecture on legal issues to the 2019 Independent Filmmaker Project (IFP) Episodic Lab Fellows.
June 3 2019
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Subcontractor Can’t Duck $8.7M Home Depot Damages Award
Law360 mentions Caren Dector as counsel to an injured worker in a lawsuit against Home Depot and its subcontractor Bryan’s Home Improvement Corp. (Behind paywall)
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May 31 2019
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Scholastic, Houghton Mifflin Settle Reading Program TM Row
Law360 mentions Edward H. Rosenthal as counsel to Scholastic in a trademark infringement case with Springboards to Education Inc. (Behind paywall)
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May 30 2019