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 –...
by Deena R. Melen 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...
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...
by Alice K. Jump As the holiday season approaches, there’s a certain magic in revisiting the timeless classics. Much like the beloved re-runs of Love Actually or It’s a Wonderful Life, some stories never get old, and the tradition of rediscovering them each year is part of the holiday charm. ...
by Daniel Ain and Ariana Zhao Netflix is no stranger to litigation brought by individuals unhappy with their appearance or portrayal in Netflix programming. My colleagues have previously commented on recent defamation claims in scripted Netflix series, including Baby Reindeer and Inventing Anna. A case decided last week in the...
Congratulations to RPJ Client Wonderhood Studios (Evacuation, The Man Who Definitely Didn’t Steal Hollywood) on their new docuseries, The Trial of Michael Jackson. The four-part series, commissioned by Channel 4, will focus on the late Michael Jackson’s infamous 2005 criminal trial for child sexual abuse. The series will revisit Jackson's...
Congratulations to RPJ client Cowboy Bear Ninja on their nomination for “Best Documentary” for their film Hummingbirds for the upcoming 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards. This punk-rock film follows the lived experience of its two directors as young women in a queer coming-of-age-story set on the Texas-Mexico border. The documentary...