From podcast names to iconic sounds, trademarks shape the entertainment world. In this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Richard Buckley break down what trademarks are, how to get one, and why creators must protect their brand. A must-listen for anyone building a name in entertainment.Continue Reading The Briefing: Trademark Basics – Protecting Names, Logos, and Brands in Entertainment
The Briefing: Navigating the Legal Risks for Brands in Social Media Marketing – Part 1 (Archive)
While influencer marketing has become popular in the creator space, it doesn’t come without risks. From IP infringement to FTC compliance, Scott Hervey and Jessica Marlow discuss the key issues surrounding brand endorsement deals in this archive two-part episode of The Briefing.
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Countdown to 200: The Briefing’s Top 3 Episodes of 2024
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
The Briefing: Punchbowl News’ Trademark Win Despite Rogers Setback
Punchbowl News won the trademark infringement lawsuit filed by greeting card and event planning company, Punch Bowl Inc., despite a previous setback at the Ninth Circuit. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss this recent development in this installment of The Briefing.Continue Reading The Briefing: Punchbowl News’ Trademark Win Despite Rogers Setback
Important Update Regarding the Corporate Transparency Act Filing Requirements
On March 1, 2024, a lower Alabama federal court held that the Corporate Transparency Act, which requires certain businesses to file a BOI Report with FinCEN that includes information about their beneficial owners, is unconstitutional. Importantly, this ruling DOES NOT affect the legal obligation of entities formed in California, Nevada, or Delaware (among other states)