Entertainment Law Update

Entertainment Law Update

News, commentary and analysis of entertainment law stories, cases and controversies from entertainment lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett

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July 2, 2026 73 mins
In Episode 192 of Entertainment Law Update, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett break down the latest legal news and cases shaping the entertainment industry. This episode covers: Kars4Kids Liability: Analyzing a California judgment regarding false advertising and whether a charity's repetitive jingle created a misleading impression about its mission and beneficiaries. Jan 6 Filings & Fair Use: A district court decision where at...
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The Onion tries to take over Infowars. Taylor Swift fights AI deepfakes with trademark law. Disney wins sanctions in the Moana lawsuit. And a single typo may have changed the future of the Rogers test in trademark law. In Episode 191 of Entertainment Law Update, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett break down the latest entertainment, copyright, trademark, AI, and media law stories shaping the creator economy and entertainment indust...
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In this episode of Entertainment Law Update, we break down one of the biggest antitrust rulings in the live entertainment industry—and what it could mean for ticket prices, competition, and the future of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. But that's just the beginning. We also dig into the White House's new AI policy framework, which talks about respecting creators… while carefully avoiding the biggest question in the room:...
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In this episode of Entertainment Law Update, we break down a major Supreme Court decision that makes one thing crystal clear: it's not what you knew—it's what you did. The Court reversed a $1 billion verdict against an ISP, reinforcing that knowledge of infringement isn't enough—there has to be intent. But the decision also draws a sharp line: if your business starts encouraging infringement, you're back in Grokster ter...
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February 25, 2026 60 mins
Entertainment Law Update — Episode 188 AI lawsuits, DMCA safe harbor risks, Olympic music licensing chaos, and a lawyer sanctioned for AI-generated filings. Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett break down the biggest entertainment law stories shaping creators, media companies, and technology platforms right now. This month's episode covers major AI copyright litigation, evolving platform liability, global defamation rulings, mu...
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In this episode of Entertainment Law Update (Ep. 187), we break down a packed slate of legal developments shaping copyright, trademarks, right of publicity, AI, and the creator economy—plus key legislative updates and education opportunities you should have on your radar. On the rundown: 1) CLE Rescheduled (Tamera Bennett & Jordyn Hendrix) Trademarks in the Wild: Real-World Lessons from Rogers, Jack Daniel's, and Pop Cult...
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Who Owns the Stage, the Script, and the Algorithm? | Entertainment Law's Wild Year-End Who controls creative expression in 2025—and who's about to lose it? In this year-end episode of Entertainment Law Update, entertainment lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett break down the legal battles that defined the industry this year and preview the fights coming next. From Disney's alleged blacklist of the Village People…...
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November 5, 2025 59 mins

In this episode, hosts Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett round up the month's biggest stories in entertainment and media law.

We revisit Price v. Garland and the new EXPLORE Act, which reshapes filming rules ...

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The past few weeks have been packed with huge developments in entertainment, copyright, and AI law. In this episode, we're breaking down the biggest stories: Anthropic's $1.5 billion copyright settlement with authors — what it really means (and why Judge Alsup may not approve it). Disney back in hot water over VFX software — the Ninth Circuit revives Rearden's copyright claims. Jimmy Kimmel vs. George Santos — why...
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August 21, 2025 58 mins
Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett provide entertainment law news, commentary and analysis.
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This month on Entertainment Law Update, we dive into a whirlwind of legal shifts shaking the creator economy. First up: New York's new Fashion Workers Act takes effect, redefining who qualifies as a talent representative—and setting the stage for conflict between agents, managers, and influencers. Then, it's good news for indie creators with the HITS Act, which now extends Section 181 tax deductions to music producers and pod...
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In this episode, Gordon Firemark and the team break down: – New USPTO trademark security measures that could trip up attorneys and applicants, especially where prior counsel is unreachable. – The Ninth Circuit's ruling in Carroll Shelby v. Halicki, holding that the "Eleanor" Mustang is not protectable as a fictional character under copyright law. – A unique influencer "vibe" infringement case involving beige aesth...
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May 28, 2025 54 mins
🎙️ Entertainment Law Update – Episode 180: "When Did Copyright Become Political?" 🔗 Subscribe & Listen: https://entertainmentlawupdate.com In this eye-opening episode, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett break down recent developments at the complex crossroads of copyright law, politics, and technology. From the Hayes estate's ongoing lawsuit against Donald Trump to a federal judge questioning Meta's AI training practice...
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From Mariah Carey's legal win to the AI authorship showdown and Roblox's copyright troubles—this month's roundup of entertainment law news is packed with big headlines and deeper implications for creators, studios, and platforms alike. In this episode, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett cover: Mariah Carey's courtroom victory over a copyright claim tied to her holiday hit The Supreme Court's refusal to review the McGucken v. ...
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From Mariah Carey's legal win to the AI authorship showdown and Roblox's copyright troubles—this month's roundup of entertainment law news is packed with big headlines and deeper implications for creators, studios, and platforms alike. In this episode, Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett cover: Mariah Carey's courtroom victory over a copyright claim tied to her holiday hit The Supreme Court's refusal to review the McGucken v. ...
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In this episode of Entertainment Law Update, we cover a wide range of legal developments shaking up the entertainment world: The inspiring story behind Podcasthon and our special guest from MusiCares, Theresa Wolters, who shares how they provide critical support to music professionals in need. The latest BOI reporting chaos and what small businesses should know. Sony's courtroom victory over the "Ultra" trademark dispute. A potenti...
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Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett provide entertainment law news, commentary and analysis. This episode, diving into the latest legal battles shaping the entertainment industry. We explore how an AI-generated artwork—featuring none other than a slice of American cheese—became the first of its kind to receive copyright protection. Meanwhile, podcasters scored a major fair use victory at the Copyrig...
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Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, the podcast from Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett that keeps you informed on the latest legal developments in the entertainment industry. In this episode, we dive into: 🎥 TikTok Banned (Again?) – The Supreme Court rules on the controversial TikTok ban. What's next? 📖 New Works in the Public Domain – Hemingway, Faulkner, Popeye, and more enter the public doma...
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December 30, 2024 65 mins
Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett provide entertainment law news, commentary and analysis.
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November 27, 2024 56 mins
Entertainment Lawyers Gordon Firemark and Tamera Bennett provide entertainment law news, commentary and analysis. Topics covered include OpenAI victory against several publishers; Lizzie Borden House loses claim against Lizzie's coffee house; Penn State trademark win; new copyright guidance and new USPTO fees in January.
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