In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara J. Sattler break down the Supreme Court’s decision in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment, which reversed a $1 billion judgment against the internet service provider.
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The Briefing: Fake People, Real Ads: New York’s New Rules for AI-Generated Performers
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler discuss what the law requires, which advertisements may be exempt, and how brands and agencies should approach compliance.They cover:
- When advertisers must conspicuously disclose the use
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The Briefing: Fake People, Real Ads: New York’s New Rules for AI-Generated Performers
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler discuss what the law requires, which advertisements may be exempt, and how brands and agencies should approach compliance.
They cover:
- When advertisers must conspicuously disclose
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The Briefing: New SAG AFTRA Contract New AI Rules and Other Changes for Actors and Producers
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin Partners Scott Hervey and Matt Sugarman discuss SAG-AFTRA’s new 2026 TV/Theatrical Agreement and the updated AI provisions shaping the future of entertainment production.
In this episode, they cover:…
The Briefing: Lil’ Joe Records v. 2 Live Crew: Bankruptcy and Copyright Termination 11th Circuit
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Matt Sugarman revisit Lil’ Joe Records, Inc. v. Ross after the Eleventh Circuit reversed the district court’s ruling in favor of 2 Live Crew. The decision turns…
9th Circuit Upholds Arbitration Agreement Despite Waiver of Representative PAGA Claims
California Employment News: Common Wage and Hour Traps for Employers
Wage and hour compliance remains a major source of risk for California employers. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin Associate Nikki Mahmoudi and Shareholder Ryan Abernethy discuss common issues involving meal and rest breaks, rounding, regular…
The Briefing: Should Patagonia have sued Pattie Gonia? Trademark Enforcement, Rogers Test, and the cost of being right.
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Richard D. Buckley, Jr. break down Patagonia’s trademark lawsuit against drag performer and environmental activist Pattie Gonia. They discuss the trademark claims, the First Amendment defenses, and…
The Briefing: Brandy Melville vs. Shein -When Copying Photos Isn’t Trademark Infringement
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler discuss the court’s ruling, where Brandy Melville’s trademark claims fell short, and whether a different trademark argument could have changed the outcome.They cover:
- Why the court
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The Briefing: Brandy Melville vs. Shein -When Copying Photos Isn’t Trademark Infringement
In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler discuss the court’s ruling, where Brandy Melville’s trademark claims fell short, and whether a different trademark argument could have changed the outcome.
They cover:…
