Tune in to The Briefing’s milestone 200th episode with Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler as they dive into the world of intellectual property and recipes. Can chefs own their culinary creations? Can a recipe be copyrighted? From Turducken trademarks to creative cookbooks, they discuss the legal side of your favorite holiday dishes.

Continue Reading The Briefing: Turkey, Trademarks, Copyright, and Cranberry Sauce – IP and Recipes

Legal minds meet entertainment headlines in the milestone 200th episode of ‘The Briefing’ – the acclaimed Entertainment, Media, and IP law podcast hosted by Weintraub Tobin’s Scott Hervey. Set to air November 27th, this landmark episode caps off a journey through the fascinating intersection of entertainment, innovation, and the law. Whether it’s breaking down trademark battles or untangling thorny copyright claims, ‘The Briefing’ has become the go-to source for making sense of today’s most complex IP and Entertainment cases. As we approach this exciting milestone, we’re taking a look back at the episodes that had our listeners talking in 2024, showcasing why ‘The Briefing’ is required listening for anyone in the entertainment and media space.

Continue Reading Countdown to 200: The Briefing’s Top 3 Episodes of 2024

Did Netflix push the boundaries of “based on a true story”? Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss Harvey v. Netflix, the risks of docudramas, and explain how truth and fiction collide in this high-stakes lawsuit on this episode of The Briefing.

Continue Reading The Briefing: Based on a (NOT) True Story – The Baby Reindeer Defamation Case

The 90s hip-hop group 2 Live Crew won big in their copyright case against Lil’ Joe Records. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg break down copyright termination rights, bankruptcy, and what it means for artists reclaiming their work on this episode of The Briefing.

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Clearing titles for creative projects has become more challenging after the Supreme Court’s decision in Jack Daniels v. VIP Products. In this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler explore the evolution of the Rogers test and the new hurdles studios face in title selection.

Continue Reading The Briefing: Bad Spirits – How a Dog Toy Changed TV Title Clearance