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The Briefing: Fake Actors, Real Rules: California Takes on AI Ads

By Scott Hervey & Tara Sattler on October 2, 2026
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The spokesperson looks real, but what if no human ever existed? In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler break down SB 1050, California’s new law requiring disclosures when ads prominently feature synthetic performers.

In this episode, they cover:

  • When an AI-generated performer triggers a disclosure requirement
  • Which exemptions apply, and why a movie trailer and a product tie-in ad may be treated differently
  • Who faces liability and how brands can prepare their advertising workflows

Tune in for a clear look at where AI-generated advertising meets real-world legal responsibility.

Watch this episode on our YouTube or listen to the podcast here.

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Photo of Scott Hervey Scott Hervey

Scott Hervey is a corporate and intellectual property attorney at Weintraub Tobin who works with companies in a variety of different industries. His clients include wineries, restaurants, technology companies, and entertainment/new media ventures. Scott has led his clients through hundreds of matters involving…

Scott Hervey is a corporate and intellectual property attorney at Weintraub Tobin who works with companies in a variety of different industries. His clients include wineries, restaurants, technology companies, and entertainment/new media ventures. Scott has led his clients through hundreds of matters involving complex acquisitions, licensing, financings, and other transactions. He also assists clients in protecting their valuable brands through trademark infringement litigation, domain name infringement arbitration, and proceedings before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and Trademark Trial and Appeals Board. He discusses IP Law topics on the weekly video series The Briefing.

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Photo of Tara Sattler Tara Sattler

Tara Sattler is a shareholder in the Firm’s Entertainment group and serves as an ex-officio member of the Firm’s Managing Board.  Tara represents Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy Award winning clients. Her practice is focused on representing production companies, producers, financiers, and content creators…

Tara Sattler is a shareholder in the Firm’s Entertainment group and serves as an ex-officio member of the Firm’s Managing Board.  Tara represents Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy Award winning clients. Her practice is focused on representing production companies, producers, financiers, and content creators across various media, including film, television, audio, and digital spaces. Her expertise encompasses all of the phases of development, financing, production, and distribution of scripted and non-scripted content for all budget levels. Tara emphasizes providing advice to her clients in every stage of their entertainment industry endeavors, which includes comprehensive representation on groundbreaking partnerships, arrangements, experiences, and agreements.

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