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Brian Maas in the New York Law Journal
The New York Law Journal mentions Brian Maas in the article, “Judge in Dewey Trial Known for Fairness, Thoughtfulness” regarding the criminal case against three executives of Dewey & LeBoeuf. Brian is part of the Frankfurt Kurnit team representing Dewey’s ex-finance director, Francis Canellas. (Article behind a paywall)
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August 10 2015
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Women Leaders in Advertising and Marketing Law
Terri Seligman speaks at the American Conference Institute’s “Women Leaders in Advertising & Marketing Law.” An event promoting diversity and increasing the prominence of women in the advertising legal community.
August 6 2015
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Enforcement of the Digital Advertising Alliance’s Mobile Guidance Will Begin on September 1st
Starting on September 1, 2015, all companies that collect and use data across sites or apps for interest-based advertising - including carriers, apps, ad networks, brands, agencies and publishers - will be required to demonstrate compliance with the Digital Advertise Alliance's Mobile Guidance on its Self-Regulatory Principles (“DAA Mobile Guidance”),…
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August 6 2015
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FTC Recommends 10 Steps to Help Ensure Data Security
While there is no generally applicable federal law in the United States requiring all businesses to take particular steps to secure their sensitive data, the Federal Trade Commission has investigated and penalized numerous companies for failing to implement “reasonable” data security standards.
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August 6 2015
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Hamilton Ends Deal with St. Martin’s Press Claiming Lack of Support
Publishers Weekly quoted Richard Heller in the article, “Hamilton Ends Deal with SMP Claiming Lack of Support” regarding best-selling author Steve Hamilton's move to end his relationship with longtime publisher St. Martin's Press.
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August 5 2015
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Legal Battle Over Dungeons & Dragons Film Rights Ends in Settlement
A settlement has been reached in the “Dungeons and Dragons” film dispute between Hasbro, Warner Brothers, and Sweetpea Entertainment. Frankfurt Kurnit's Maura Wogan and Jeremy S. Goldman respresented Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast. You can find Variety coverage here, Hollywood Reporter coverage here, Guardian coverage here, Deadline coverage here,…
August 5 2015
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Into the Fire: Wal-Mart Opts Out of NAD Review - and Is Referred to the FTC
The National Advertising Division (“NAD”) - a widely respected alternative dispute forum for advertisers - recently referred Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (“Wal-Mart”)'s “Raise in Pay” campaign to the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) after Wal-Mart declined to participate in NAD's process.
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August 4 2015
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Recent NY Ethics Opinions: July/August 2015
Tyler Maulsby summarized recent NY ethics opinions for July/August 2015 issue of the New York Legal Ethics Reporter.
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August 3 2015
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Virtually Unclear: Will Legal Tech Companies Bridge Justice Gap or Fall into UPL Abyss?
Nicole Hyland and Tyler Maulsby contributed an article to the New York Legal Ethics Reporter titled, “Virtually Unclear: Will Legal Tech Companies Bridge Justice Gap or Fall into UPL Abyss?”.
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August 3 2015
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Why Women Quit
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and Terri Seligman were quoted in Working Mother magazine's article analyzing why two thirds of female associates leave a new law firm job within five years.
July 31 2015
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Frankfurt Kurnit in the ABA Journal
The ABA Journal mentioned Frankfurt Kurnit in the article, “50 Best Law FIrms for Women Are Named.” The article noted that 35% of Frankfurt Kurnit equity partners are women.
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July 31 2015
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Ron Minkoff at 2015 Art Law Day
Ron Minkoff participates in the 2015 Appraisers Association's Art Law Day on Friday, November 6th in a panel titled “Ethics and Fiduciary Duties” about the ethics of authentication of artwork from the standpoint of appraisers, art advisors and lawyers.
July 30 2015
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PLI’s 2016 “Social Media” conference
Terri Seligman speaks at PLI’s 2016 Social Media Conference on “Hot Issues in Social Media Advertising.”
July 29 2015
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Law360 Covers Working Mother’s Best Law Firms for Women List
Law360 mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as one of the top 50 firms for women, identified by Working Mother, in the article, “Survey Reveals Best Law Firms For Female Attorneys”.
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July 29 2015
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Getting the Deal Through - Advertising and Marketing 2015
Rick Kurnit and Hannah Taylor recently contributed key chapters to Getting the Deal Through - Advertising and Marketing 2015, an international analysis of laws and policies governing advertising and marketing.
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July 29 2015
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Brian Murphy at the PLI’s Advertising Law Institute 2015
Brian Murphy participates in PLI’s Advertising Law Institute 2015, scheduled for September 17-18, 2015 in Chicago and also scheduled for October 15-16, 2015 in San Francisco.
July 29 2015
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Frankfurt Kurnit Named to List of “Best Law Firms for Women” 2015
Once again Working Mother magazine recognized Frankfurt Kurnit amongst 50 law firms that create and use best practices in retaining and promoting women lawyers.
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July 28 2015
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Calling or Texting Consumers? New FCC Order Clarifies Rules of the Road
As previously reported here, earlier amendments to Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) rules clarified that telemarketers must obtain prior consent from consumers before distributing prerecorded telemarketing messages via autodialer (a “robocall”) to cell phones and residential landlines.
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July 28 2015
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“Ambush Marketing” & the 2016 Olympic Games: Drawing the Lines for Advertisers, Official Sponsors
Events like the Olympics, FIFA World Cup, and Super Bowl also feature competition among brand marketers and rights holders - specifically, the high-stakes battles between non-sponsoring brands and official event sponsors. How can brands reference these events? What event symbols may marketers safely use without permission?
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July 27 2015
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Corporate Counsel Women of Color 11th Annual Career Strategies Conference
Lisa E. Davis speaks on two panels at the annual CCWC Career Strategies Conference in Atlanta. She speaks on, “What Every In House Counsel Needs to Know about Copyrights, Patents and Trademarks” and “Avoiding Intellectual Property Liability in Advertising.”
July 27 2015
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Sean F. Kane in the GALA Gazette
Sean F. Kane is featured in the GALA Gazette with the article “For Brands, Esports May Be the Next Big Thing”.
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July 24 2015
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What AT&T’s Spat With Starz Says About Today’s Media Industry
Richard Hofstetter is quoted in The Street's article, “What AT&T's Spat With Starz Says About Today's Media Industry”.
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July 24 2015
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Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA) Global Member Meeting
Rick Kurnit and Greg Boyd speak at the annual Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA) Global Member meeting in San Diego, which centers on topics, issues and trends identified by its C-level members as critical to their business success. This event is for SoDa members only.
July 20 2015
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The People Are Revolting: Advertising in the Age of Review Sites
Online reviews play a critical role in the marketing landscape, and good reviews can help ensure business success. At the same time, negative reviews can depress sales of an existing business, or kill a new venture in the cradle. Is it possible to fight back against bad reviews?
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July 16 2015
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Global Food Marketers Take Note: Chile to Restrict Food Ads to Kids
Jeffrey Greenbaum was featured in the Katy on the Hill article, “Global Food Marketers Take Note: Chile to Restrict Food Ads to Kids”.
July 14 2015
