Last week, RPJ’s Nicole Page spoke to The Wrap, for an article entitled “Who’s Winning the ‘It Ends With Us’ Public Relations War?” and offered insightful commentary on the latest in the ongoing legal battle between "It Ends With Us" co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Ms. Page specifically addressed...
In mid-August 2024, a storm that swept across the North Shore of Long Island left an estimated $10 million of damage in Stony Brook and Head of the Harbor, New York, after a historic grist mill pond drained, leading to the collapse of a dam and two nearby roads. In...
By Ethan Krasnoo California, already known for its progressive and extensive anti-discrimination legislation, has once again raised the bar for workplace protections. Senate Bill 1137, which amends the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, went into effect on January 1, 2025. It is the first legislation in the nation to...
In a recent article by Business Insider, RPJ’s Nafsika Karavida was interviewed on Amazon’s new and controversial 5-day return-to-office (RTO) policy. The policy, which now requires employees to work in the office five days a week, was announced in September and came into effect globally on January 2, 2025. While...
By Jeffrey L. Blankstein Technology has become enmeshed in many aspects of the law. Many documents can now be signed electronically, without the need to circulate legal documents among the parties for signatures. These types of documents can include real estate contracts, mortgage documents, and banking documents. Specifically excluded from...
In her latest article, RPJ’s Nicole Page provides a compelling legal analysis of the two complaints actress Blake Lively has filed against Justin Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios and its executives which allege a pattern of sexual harassment and retaliation that spanned several months during the production of It Ends with Us....
By Gregory Feit On January 13, 2025, oral argument in the U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to be held in Stanley v. City of Sanford, Florida. The question presented is principally one of statutory interpretation, focusing on whether, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a former employee –...
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (the “PTO”) has announced changes to the fees charged in connection with trademark registration. This includes increases to many existing fees and the introduction of certain new fees. The PTO is introducing new fees for applications that are incomplete or contain custom identifications...
RPJ congratulates Dan Harris, whose 10% Happier podcast was named one of the best podcasts of 2024 by Conde Nast Traveler. Dan, the self-described “fidgety skeptic”, is a retired ABC news journalist, best-selling author, and renowned podcaster. Congratulations to Dan on this well-deserved recognition and thanks for making us all...
In a recent interview on The Inner World of Filmmaking podcast, RPJ’s Nicole Page discusses contract fundamentals, contract disputes, and production practices within the film industry. She underscores the vital role of contracts in establishing clear expectations and preventing conflicts, particularly with regard to compensation, credits, and the ownership of...