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IP/Entertainment Law Weekly Case Update for Motion Picture Studios and Television Networks -- May 17, 2013

by Meg Charendoff, Tal Dickstein, W. Allan Edmiston, David Grossman, Jonathan Neil Strauss, Jonathan Zavin | Loeb & Loeb LLP on 5/17/2013

Righthaven LLC v. Hoehn, USCA, Ninth Circuit, May 9, 2013 - Ninth Circuit affirms district courts’ dismissals of copyright infringement actions holding that entity created solely for purpose of pursuing copyright...more

DOL Releases Exchange Notice Guidance and Model Notices

by Dennis R. Bonessa, John D. Martini, Rachel Cutler Shim, Allison Warden Sizemore | Reed Smith on 5/17/2013

On May 8, the Department of Labor ("DOL") issued guidance regarding the requirement that employers provide notice to employees describing the coverage options available under Health Insurance Marketplaces (formerly known as...more

Ivy League joins digital trend

by Douglas N. Masters, Seth A. Rose | Loeb & Loeb LLP on 5/17/2013

The Ivy League this month announced that it will join the Big Ten and the PAC-12 in launching its own digital sports network, giving fans of the conference and its teams unprecedented access to their favorite team’s home and...more

MBHB Snippets: Review of Developments in Intellectual Property Law - Spring 2013 - Volume 11, Issue 2: Tiffany & Co. v. Costco...

by Nicole Grimm, Emily Miao | McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP on 5/17/2013

TIFFANY diamond engagement rings enjoy worldwide fame and recognition as the quintessential engagement ring. In 1886, Tiffany created the famous Tiffany setting, a simple six-prong open symmetrical arrangement that elevates...more

Advertising Law -- May 16, 2013

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 5/17/2013

In This Issue: Linda Goldstein to Provide Insight on FTC’s Dot Com Dislosure Guidance at Upcoming Bloomberg BNA Webinar; “All Natural” False Ad Suits Continue, Stalled; Wake Up! FDA Considers Caffeinated Foods;...more

Don't Forget About GINA

by Miller & Martin PLLC on 5/17/2013

In the midst of trying to keep straight all employer responsibilities, obligations, and pitfalls under the ADA and the FMLA, as well as a plethora of other federal and state laws, the EEOC's simultaneous filing and settlement...more

Health Law Alert: OIG Issues Updated Special Advisory Bulletin On The Effect Of Exclusion From Participation In Federal Health...

by Jessica Kracl, Sheva J. Sanders | Leonard, Street and Deinard on 5/17/2013

On May 8, 2013, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) issued an updated Special Advisory Bulletin on the effect of exclusion from participating in federal health care programs....more

In re LIBOR-Based Financial Instruments Antitrust Litigation: A Long Road Ahead

by Susan E. Foster | Perkins Coie on 5/17/2013

In a self-described “unexpected” ruling for the defendants in the consolidated LIBOR proceedings, Judge Naomi Reice Buchwald has dismissed the private plaintiffs’ antitrust and Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations...more

New Language in Pittsburgh Proffer Agreement Increases Risks for White Collar Criminal Defendants in Western District of...

by Kyle Bahr, Efrem Grail, Shannon Poliziani | Reed Smith on 5/17/2013

For those persons in the midst of a federal “white collar” criminal investigation, an oftentimes crucial – and always difficult – decision is whether to “proffer” to the government. That decision just became tougher in any...more

Canada’s Supreme Court Requires Aboriginal Groups to Follow Statutory Process

by Elizabeth Coyle, Thoma Gelbman, Maureen Killoran | Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP on 5/17/2013

On May 9, 2013, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in Behn v. Moulton Contracting Ltd., 2013 SCC 26, affirming that Aboriginal groups seeking to challenge the validity of permits or authorizations granted to...more

Did Sergio Garcia Lose in Match Play with the IRS?

by Duane Morris LLP on 5/17/2013

One of the most recognizable names in professional golf—although not the most winning name, having never won a major golf tournament—is Sergio Garcia. He is especially known for his tree shots, the latest of which was a...more

House Cybersecurity Information-Sharing Bill Provides Immunity Provisions for Reporting Companies

by Nerissa McGinn | Loeb & Loeb LLP on 5/17/2013

The U.S. House of Representatives passed an amended version of the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA), with a 288-127 vote. The current version of CISPA (H.R. 624) would provide private-sector companies...more

A Nine Inning Communications Game Plan

by Michael Bond | Blattel Communications on 5/17/2013

Crafting and executing an effective communications plan requires long-term vision, daily execution and a strategic direction. These same elements are readily apparent with a successful baseball team....more

Patent Exhaustion Rejected: Patented Seed Purchaser Has No Right to Make Copies

by Cynthia Chen, Paul Devinsky, Lincoln Mayer | McDermott Will & Emery on 5/17/2013

The Supreme Court in Bowman v. Monsanto Co. ruled unanimously that a farmer’s replanting of harvested seeds constituted making new infringing articles. While the case is important for agricultural industries, the Supreme...more

California Courts Issue Multiple Decisions for Employers in Class Cases

by Greg Mersol | BakerHostetler on 5/17/2013

Just two years ago, a California case declining certification of an action would have been cause for comment. But since then, in 2011 the United States Supreme Court decided Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. v. Dukes, 131 S. Ct. 2541...more

Texas Insiders Say Businesses Champing At The Bit For New Trade Secrets Law To Take Effect

by Daniel Corbett, Scott Lindlaw | Orrick - Trade Secrets Group on 5/17/2013

For decades, Texas was the wild west of trade secrets law, governed by the state’s outdated common law with no trade secrets statute on the books. ...more

Under The Dome: Inside The Maine State House 5-17-13

by Pierce Atwood LLP on 5/17/2013

Under the Dome: Inside the Maine State House is a weekly update that provides a high-level overview of recent activity at the Maine State House. Governor’s Fourth and Fifth Vetoes of the Session Sustained - Last week,...more

New OSHA Hazard Communication Standard Requires Re-labeling Employee Training and Other Steps

by Reed Smith on 5/17/2013

Chemical manufacturers, distributors and employers of all types need to take note of new Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements contained in OSHA’s recently modified hazard communication standard...more

Update: Defective Hip Implant Cases

by Stipe, Harper, Laizure, Uselton, Belote,... on 5/17/2013

With age or a degenerative condition, many people suffer from hip pain. When less invasive treatment options fail, hip replacement or resurfacing may be suggested to alleviate pain and restore mobility....more

Model Notices Issued To Meet Affordable Care Act Requirements – Notices Must Be Issued By October 1, 2013

by Andrew E. Graw | Lowenstein Sandler LLP on 5/17/2013

On May 8, 2013, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance and model forms to assist employers in fulfilling their obligations under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to notify employees of the availability of health care...more

What Factors Establish The Lien Priority Of A Refinanced Loan?

by Valerie Marciano | Jaburg Wilk on 5/17/2013

The legal doctrine of "equitable subrogation" has recently become familiar to lenders who refinanced or will be refinancing existing loans secured by real property....more

Pick Off the Plaintiff? Rule 68 Offers of Judgment Gain Significant Importance Following New Supreme Court Decision

by R. Scott Adams | Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC on 5/17/2013

Last month, the United States Supreme Court (Supreme Court) provided an unexpected gift to entities facing collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by holding that defendants may moot such a case by making...more

Insurance Recovery Law -- May 16, 2013

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 5/17/2013

In This Issue: Prepare For A Storm of Lawsuits; To Ensure Coverage, Read Policy Carefully; and Ticketmaster Wins Reversal, Possible Coverage For Class Action Over Ticket Fees ...more

Vermont Now Allows Entry Fees for Skill-Based Contests

by Loeb & Loeb LLP on 5/17/2013

As of April 26, 2013, sponsors of skill-based contests in Vermont can require an entry fee or other consideration for entry....more

6th Circuit: Plan Administrators are NOT Necessarily Required to Obtain Vocational Evidence or an IME Before Making their LTD...

by Gabriel Baker, Steve Jensen, D. Michael Reilly | Lane Powell PC - ERISA Law on 5/17/2013

In Judge v. Metropolitan Life Insurance Company [PDF], 710 F.3d 651 (6th Cir. 2013), the Sixth Circuit rejected plaintiff’s proposed bright-line rule requiring plan administrators to obtain vocational evidence and an IME...more

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