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Supreme Court Says Disparaging Trademark Names Are Protected
Broadcasting & Cable quoted Catherine Farrelly on whether the Washington Redskins trademarks could be reinstated under the recent Supreme Court decision in Matal v. Tam.
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June 21 2017
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Supreme Court Strikes Down Lanham Act Prohibition on Registration of Disparaging Trademarks
On June 19, 2017, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled in Matal v. Tam that Section 2(a) of the Lanham Act, which prohibits the federal registration of disparaging trademarks, is unconstitutional because it violates “a bedrock First Amendment principle: Speech may not be banned on the ground that it expresses ideas…
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June 20 2017
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Video Game Association Challenges Chicago’s Online Streaming Services Tax
One of the nation's most prominent video game associations has decided to challenge Chicago's controversial “Cloud Tax.”
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June 16 2017
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Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2017
The Legal 500, a London-based directory of leading lawyers, listed Frankfurt Kurnit for Media, Technology & Telecom work (Marketing and Advertising) in Tier 1 in its 2017 edition
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June 15 2017
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Frankfurt Kurnit in Chambers 2017
For the thirteenth consecutive year Chambers USA America's Leading Lawyers for Business recognized Frankfurt Kurnit. Chambers USA ranked us for our: Advertising: Transactional & Regulatory, Intellectual Property: Trade Mark & Copyright, Media & Entertainment: Entertainment Litigation, and Media & Entertainment: Film, Music, Television & Theater work.
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June 13 2017
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Jurors’ Anti-Attorney Bias Is More Paranoia Than Fact
Ron Minkoff was quoted by Law360 on anti-attorney bias and malpractice suits here.
June 12 2017
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ADL New York Honors Frankfurt Kurnit
The ADL New York region is presenting Frankfurt Kurnit with an award for our pro bono efforts in opposing the immigration ban. The award will be given at ADL’s annual meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at the Jewish Museum, 1109 5th Avenue.
June 9 2017
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New State Bar Committee to Examine Tech Issues
New York Law Journal coverage of the New York State Bar Committee on Technology and the Legal Profession noted that Ron Minkoff is a member of the committee. (Article behind paywall)
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June 6 2017
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A Twenty-Year NAD Retrospective: the Levine Legacy
Terri Seligman and Frankfurt Kurnit host “A Twenty-Year NAD Retrospective: the Levine Legacy”, a review of the NAD's accomplishments during the tenure of retiring Director Andrea Levine.
June 6 2017
Events & Education
Strafford DMCA and Online Service Providers Webinar
Jeremy S. Goldman speaks on the Mavrix case's impact on DMCA safe harbors for moderated content for a Strafford webinar audience.
June 6 2017
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Andrew Hurwitz in Crain’s New York Business
Andrew Hurwitz is featured in Crain's New York Business at a fundraising dinner for Services for the UnderServed (see photo #3 of 6).
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June 5 2017
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SHOOT Directors/Producers Forum: Legal Aid
SHOOT’s Directors/Producers Forum and evening New Directors Showcase, both held at the DGA Theatre in NYC on Thursday, May 25, offered a wide range of insights and observations, as well as substantive exposure for up-and-coming filmmaking talent. The Forum featured Jeff Greenbaum and Victoria Cook. Here’s a rundown of Forum…
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June 2 2017
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FTC “Influencer” Letters Shed More Light on “Clear and Conspicuous”
The FTC staff recently sent out more than 90 letters reminding influencers and marketers that influencers should clearly and conspicuously disclose their relationship to brands when promoting or endorsing products through social media.
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May 30 2017
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Frankfurt Kurnit Nominated for Chamber’s “Women in Law Awards: USA 2017”
Frankfurt Kurnit is pleased to announce we have been nominated for a “Chambers Women in Law Award” — Outstanding Firm in Advancing Gender Diversity and Inclusion. According to Chambers, the awards mark the 'internationally-recognised achievement of excellence in furthering the advancement of women within the legal sphere. The Awards seek…
May 26 2017
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Native Advertising Around the World
Rick Kurnit presents “Native Advertising Around the World” for PLI.
May 25 2017
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Federal Appeals Court Affirms Injunction Against President Trump’s “Travel Ban”
CNN posted the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals decision in International Refugee Assistance Project v. Trump, upholding the district court’s nationwide preliminary injunction order against President Trump’s Executive Order 13780. Frankfurt Kurnit drafted an amicus curiae brief on behalf of the Anti-Defamation League, Jewish Council for Public Affairs, Union for…
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May 25 2017
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Frankfurt Kurnit Assists With ‘Fun-Raising’
The New York Law Journal spotlighted our role in the wonderful Red Nose Day initiative, which raises millions of dollars for children’s causes. (Article behind paywall)
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May 25 2017
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Facebook Updates Rules Governing Branded Content
GALA Gazette publishes Hannah E. Taylor's article, “Facebook Updates Rules Governing Branded Content”.
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May 22 2017
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Chatbot Hotspots: Legal & Business Issues Every Social Media Marketer Needs to Understand
Hannah Taylor and Daniel Goldberg lead a Social Media Week in LA panel discussion, “Chatbot Hotspots: Legal & Business Issues Every Social Media Marketer Needs to Understand”, at Expert DOJO in Santa Monica beginning at 12:30PDT. More information can be found here.
May 15 2017
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Marks Paneth: Cyber Security Seminar
Gregory Boyd speaks on a panel for a Cyber Security Seminar in Long Island.
May 12 2017
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May Sports Industry News
Here's what's happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law.
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May 12 2017
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Copyright Ownership of Film, Video and Other Content
Maura Wogan presents “Copyright Ownership of Film, Video and Other Content” for the New York City Bar.
May 12 2017
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Designing Disruption: Legal Strategies for Emerging Companies in Fashion and Tech
The New York Fashion Tech Lab and Frankfurt Kurnit invite you to a workshop where we will focus on three key areas for early and growth stage companies: Financing, IP and Employment.
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May 10 2017
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It’s Blowing Up: Lessons from Two Recent Social Media Promotions
Last week, the apparel company Sunny Co Clothing launched an Instagram promotion promising to give away the red swimsuit below for free (except for shipping and handling costs) to each person who reposted the photo and tagged the company. Unfortunately, the company failed to cap the number of participants or…
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May 10 2017
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INTA Annual Meeting: U.S. Trademark Basics for Non-US Practitioners
Kimberly M. Maynard leads a 'Table Topic' on U.S. Trademark Basics for Non-US Practitioners at the INTA Annual Meeting.
May 5 2017
