Entertainment Law Update

Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett share their monthly roundup of entertainment law cases, news and commentary. Sometimes funny, sometimes irreverent, always informative.

Over the AI Rainbow: Diving Deep into Copyright Infringement, Trademark Disputes, AI, and NFTs

This episode of Entertainment Law Update is sponsored by JD Supra – a leading platform in professional services content marketing – helping lawyers to turn their expertise into networking opportunities, media visibility, and new business. JD Supra publishes and distributes … Read the rest The post Over the AI Rainbow: Diving Deep into Copyright Infringement, Trademark Disputes, AI, and NFTs appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

03-20
01:10:34

Extrateritoriality and other hard words

Transcript of this Episode Calendar Notes: Gordon and Tamera will each be presenting (and recording Episode 162 before a live audience) at the Texas Entertainment Law Institute on Nov. 9-10, 2023. More details and registration information at https://teslaw.org/eli/ Gordon will … Read the rest The post Extrateritoriality and other hard words appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

07-27
01:06:20

Live from Dallas

  Welcome to this episode of Entertainment Law Update. SHOW NOTES Repeat COPYRIGHT plaintiff (Richard Bell Indianapolis Skyline Photo) SHUT DOWN WITH ISSUE PRECLUSION http://www.wbiw.com/2020/01/29/copyright-troll-smacked-down-by-oregon-court-following-indiana-jury-verdict/ PERRY AMICUS BRIEF FILED BY 15 MUSICOLOGISTS  Katy Perry Receives Overwhelming Support From 15 Musicologists … Read the rest The post Live from Dallas appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

02-28
52:38

Big Wins, Big Losses: Authors, Disney, Napster, and the Future of Copyright

Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, your monthly rundown of the most important legal developments in the entertainment, media, and technology industries. This episode is a roundup of some of the biggest recent developments at the intersection of entertainment law, … Read the rest The post Big Wins, Big Losses: Authors, Disney, Napster, and the Future of Copyright appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

09-24
01:10:23

Bored Apes & Interview Tapes – Episode 183

Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, your monthly rundown of the most important legal developments in the entertainment, media, and technology industries. In this episode, we cover big rulings in the world of NFTs, copyright, trademarks, and the ever-expanding impact … Read the rest The post Bored Apes & Interview Tapes – Episode 183 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

08-21
58:00

Strut, Stream, Sue: NY Fashion Law, HITS act, AI Mayhem and more…

NY’s Fashion Workers Act – Explained (with Mikey Glazer) New York enacts the most talent-protective legislation in the country, redefining who qualifies as a regulated rep and impacting models, influencers, and managers. Key issue: the law imposes a duty to … Read the rest The post Strut, Stream, Sue: NY Fashion Law, HITS act, AI Mayhem and more… appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

07-23
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Mustangs, Midjourney, and Minions—Oh My!

Welcome to Episode 181 of Entertainment Law Update! In this jam-packed episode, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett break down the latest legal developments in entertainment, media, and IP law. From procedural shifts at the USPTO to landmark copyright rulings … Read the rest The post Mustangs, Midjourney, and Minions—Oh My! appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

06-27
01:11:35

Supreme Court Sidestep, AI Copyright Showdown & Dancing With a Stranger Returns – ELU 180

In Episode 180 of Entertainment Law Update, we cover major legal developments including the rare recusal of five Supreme Court justices, leaving a lower court win in the Ta-Nehisi Coates copyright case intact; the Isaac Hayes estate’s lawsuit against Donald … Read the rest The post Supreme Court Sidestep, AI Copyright Showdown & Dancing With a Stranger Returns – ELU 180 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

05-28
54:44

Mariah Carey Wins, Superman Loses, and AI Can’t Be an Author

Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, Episode 179 — our 16th anniversary episode! Since 2009, we’ve been your go-to source for monthly roundups of the most important legal developments in the entertainment industry. In this episode, we dive into … Read the rest The post Mariah Carey Wins, Superman Loses, and AI Can’t Be an Author appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

04-30
01:05:56

Podcasthon episode – celebrating musicares.org – Entertainment Law Update 178

EPISODE SUMMARY In Episode 178 of the Entertainment Law Update podcast, we cover a range of important legal and industry updates, starting with the suspension of Beneficial Ownership Interest (BOI) reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act. We also discuss Sony’s … Read the rest The post Podcasthon episode – celebrating musicares.org – Entertainment Law Update 178 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

03-19
01:08:39

AI Copyright Gets Cheesy, Podcasters Win Fair Use, and Spotify Dodges? Royalties – Entertainment Law Update 177

EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Entertainment Law Update, join Gordon Firemark and Tamara Bennett as they dive into the latest legal battles shaping the future of AI, copyright, and digital media. This AI-packed episode covers Texas’ new ethics … Read the rest The post AI Copyright Gets Cheesy, Podcasters Win Fair Use, and Spotify Dodges? Royalties – Entertainment Law Update 177 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

02-26
01:05:36

Tik… Tok… / Shyamalan Victory / South Park / much more – Entertainment Law Update 176

MUSICARES, Grammys, others offering help to music industry workers affected by L.A. Wildfires (Not affected? Please Donate) MusiCares, the philanthropic arm of the Recording Academy, has launched the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort to support music professionals affected by the … Read the rest The post Tik… Tok… / Shyamalan Victory / South Park / much more – Entertainment Law Update 176 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

01-29
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That’s a Wrap! 2024 Year-End Special – Entertainment Law Update 175

SUMMARY Entertainment Law Update Episode 175: That’s a Wrap! 2024 Year-End Special In this special year-end episode, Gordon Firemark and Tamara Bennett review the top legal stories and trends of 2024, reflecting on a year dominated by AI developments, copyright … Read the rest The post That’s a Wrap! 2024 Year-End Special – Entertainment Law Update 175 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

12-30
01:05:54

Thanksgiving 2024 – Entertainment Law Update 174

SUMMARY In this episode of Entertainment Law Update, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett discuss OpenAI’s win against news companies over lack of harm claims, though the company faces scrutiny for alleged evidence erasure. They delve into the trademark battle … Read the rest The post Thanksgiving 2024 – Entertainment Law Update 174 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

11-27
56:24

2-Live Termination – Entertainment Law Update 173

This episode of Entertainment Law Update is sponsored by JD Supra – a leading platform in professional services content marketing – helping lawyers to turn their expertise into networking opportunities, media visibility, and new business. JD Supra publishes and distributes … Read the rest The post 2-Live Termination – Entertainment Law Update 173 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

10-30
01:09:43

Scanned Books, Canceled Heroes, and Social Media Shields: A Legal Roundup – Entertainment Law Update 172

SUMMARY In the latest episode of Entertainment Law Update, Gordon Firemark and Tamara Bennett examine crucial developments in the industry, including the 2nd Circuit Court’s ruling that the Internet Archive’s digital book sharing is not fair use, which raises significant … Read the rest The post Scanned Books, Canceled Heroes, and Social Media Shields: A Legal Roundup – Entertainment Law Update 172 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

10-02
01:13:12

AI in the Spotlight: Legal Showdowns, Copyright Battles, and Industry Strikes – Entertainment Law Update 171

SUMMARY In the latest episode of Entertainment Law Update, Gordon Firemark and Tamara Bennett break down some of the most intriguing legal developments impacting the entertainment industry. Tune in as they discuss the recent overturning of an NFL verdict, the … Read the rest The post AI in the Spotlight: Legal Showdowns, Copyright Battles, and Industry Strikes – Entertainment Law Update 171 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

08-28
01:02:58

NFL, Copyright vs FOIA, Gibson Guitars, and more – Entertainment Law Update 170

This episode of Entertainment Law Update is sponsored by JD Supra – a leading platform in professional services content marketing – helping lawyers to turn their expertise into networking opportunities, media visibility, and new business. JD Supra publishes and distributes … Read the rest The post NFL, Copyright vs FOIA, Gibson Guitars, and more – Entertainment Law Update 170 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

07-24
01:11:49

Damages and Discovery; Right of Publicity, AI, NIL, and more… ELU168

This episode of Entertainment Law Update is sponsored by JD Supra – a leading platform in professional services content marketing – helping lawyers to turn their expertise into networking opportunities, media visibility, and new business. JD Supra publishes and distributes … Read the rest The post Damages and Discovery; Right of Publicity, AI, NIL, and more… ELU168 appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

06-03
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Is it Live, or is it? (Entertainment Law Update 167)

This episode of Entertainment Law Update is sponsored by JD Supra – a leading platform in professional services content marketing – helping lawyers to turn their expertise into networking opportunities, media visibility, and new business. JD Supra publishes and distributes … Read the rest The post Is it Live, or is it? (Entertainment Law Update 167) appeared first on Entertainment Law Update.

05-01
01:08:40

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