Partner Susan H. Bodine Named to Variety’s “2018 Power of Women N.Y. Impact Report”
Susan Bodine, Partner and Co-Head of Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams and Sheppard LLP’s (CDAS) Entertainment Practice is featured in Variety’s “2018 Power of Women New York Impact List.” Sue is recognized in the feature for helping talented artists and business people achieve creative and professional goals. Recent deals include Netflix series for two clients — Mary
Examine How the #MeToo and #TimesUp Movements are Impacting Entertainment Contracts
As the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements and their effects continue to unfurl, Hollywood is utilizing legal mechanisms via entertainment contracts to implement and supplement the changing norms, from “morals provisions” to “inclusion riders.” What are commonly referred to as “morals provisions” have a long history in the entertainment industry, but in recent years, have been
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Oracle America Inc. v. Google, LLC: Oracle Prevails in Fair Use Case before Federal Circuit; CDAS Provides Amicus Support
Last week the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California’s ruling of fair use in Oracle America, Inc. v. Google LLC, and held that a verbatim and non-transformative taking in the presence of an actual or potential licensing market fatally undermined the defense.
Notable Blockchain Developments in Early 2018
Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology are no longer relegated to the most esoteric corners of the Internet. While these important technological and social innovations were once widely unknown, or considered the purview of the dark web, they have now reached the mainstream. Federal and state governments, as well as major corporations, are taking notice. Here are
Court Holds Violation of FTC Endorsement Guidelines Does Not Lead to Federal Trademark Claim
While brand owners often benefit from the endorsement of online and social media “influencers,” such endorsements must not mislead consumers as to the relationship between the brand and individual endorsing the brand’s products or services. To ensure that “material connections” between brands and influencers are clearly and fully disclosed, the FTC has put forth guidelines
The de Havilland v. FX Networks, LLC Appeal: Round 2 Goes to FX
On Monday a California appeals court handed down a decision in the closely watched case of de Havilland v. FX Networks, LLC et al., triggering a collective sigh of relief from studios, networks, and other content producers. The court’s decision reaffirms two widely recognized principles: (1) that the First Amendment’s protection of creative works is
Law360: News Site Beats Suit Over Image Of Violent Berkeley Clash
By Bill Donahue Law360 (March 26, 2018, 3:35 PM EDT) — A New York federal judge on Friday tossed out a copyright lawsuit filed against news website Mic over an image of protesters at a pro-Trump rally, calling the site’s use of a still-frame from a video “trivial.” Access the full article here.
Partner Nancy E. Wolff Quoted in The New York Law Journal Article, “’Right to Publicity’ Bills in NY Legislature Stir Free Speech, Liability Concerns”
Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP partner Nancy E. Wolff was quoted in The New York Law Journal today, in “’Right to Publicity’ Bills in NY Legislature Stir Free Speech, Liability Concerns,” by Andrew Denny. The following is an excerpt: Nancy Wolff, a partner at Cowan DeBaets Abrahams & Sheppard who represents a trade association
CDAS Hires Partner Andy Miller to Expand Its TV and Entertainment Practice and Growing Beverly Hills Office
Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP is expanding its entertainment practice with the strategic hire of attorney Andy Miller, who has joined the firm as a partner. Mr. Miller joined CDAS from Turner Entertainment Networks on March 1. Andy Miller is the newest addition to the Firm’s growing Beverly Hills office and brings 21 plus
MoviePass Passes 2 Million Users, But Can It Keep Going? The Subscription Theater Ticket Service Looks to New Revenue Streams
MoviePass, the subscription movie ticket and streaming service, has grown its user base exponentially in recent months, but it may become a victim of its own success. The $7.95 per month service, which supplies its users with an unlimited number of monthly movie theater tickets and access to streaming content, has over two million users