Over the summer, a divided panel of the Ninth Circuit affirmed the denial of a new trial motion and an order denying rehearing en banc in Williams v. Gaye. We now consider whether the final affirmance of the jury verdict in favor of Marvin Gaye's heirs is likely to wreak havoc on musical creativity as some, including the dissent, have argued. For us, the short answer is no.
- September 01, 2018Robert J. Bernstein and Robert W. Clarida
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently provided additional guidance to creditors seeking to block confirmation of a plan by…
September 01, 2018Jeff J. FriedmanAssignment of Right to Purchase Held Not Fraudulent
September 01, 2018ssalkinDisney Enterprises has been handed a setback in an ill-conceived lawsuit: Going after people who dress up as Disney-owned characters like Elsa from Frozen or Chewbacca from Star Wars to perform at children's birthday parties.
September 01, 2018Jenna GreeneWhile Design Thinking — a creative process for innovation — has become a staple topic in MBA programs and tech companies, it is just now showing up in law practice management circles.
September 01, 2018Mark BeeseDesign Thinking — a creative process for innovation — has become a staple topic in MBA programs and tech companies, it is just now showing up in law practice management circles.
September 01, 2018Mark BeeseIt is important for a secured lender to protect itself when entering a transaction with a borrower or lessee to avoid a total loss if the borrower or lessee files a bankruptcy petition or if the leased equipment is damaged, missing or both.
September 01, 2018Deirdre M. Richards and Howard C. RubinOne of the many provisions of last year's tax overhaul was the creation of a little-noticed program called Opportunity Zones, which was designed to give investors tax breaks for investments in designated areas. Now, attention is starting to pick up as the program takes shape.
September 01, 2018Erika MorphyNantKwest v Iancu
The Federal Circuit sitting en banc reversed its own prior ruling and held that “all expenses of the proceeding” does not include attorneys' fees.
September 01, 2018Jonathan MoskinTemple Awarded Specific Performance of Agreement to Reconvey
Inadequacy of Sale Price Insufficient to Set Aside Foreclosure Sale
Questions of Fact About Purchaser's Ability to Perform
Knowledge of True Owner's Claim Does Not Defeat Adverse Possession Defense
Contract Vendee Entitled to Specific Performance
Land Seller Did Not Violate General Business Law Section 349
Statute of Limitations Bars Foreclosure ClaimSeptember 01, 2018ssalkin









