Strut, Stream, Sue: NY Fashion Law, HITS act, AI Mayhem and more...

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 podcasters. We also unpack the latest twists in AI copyright litigation, including Meta’s narrow court victory and the explosive developments in Bartz v. Anthropic, where pirated training data and class action certification could mean billions in exposure. Plus: A federal court clarifies why co-owners of a trademark can’t sue each other (hello, JADE reunion drama) The Supreme Court agrees to hear a major ISP liability case And what happens when a copyright termination notice tears a musical family apart? Join Gordon Firemark, Tamera Bennett, and guest contributor Mikey Glazer for your monthly dose of legal insight, industry context, and just the right amount of snark.