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fromABA Journal
1 day ago
Social media marketing

Facebook, Instagram pulling ads from lawyers looking for plaintiffs ... to sue them

Meta is removing ads from lawyers seeking plaintiffs for lawsuits claiming social media addiction.
Law
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Social Media Companies Are Suddenly Getting Killed in Court

Meta and Google face significant legal consequences for misleading practices and negligence affecting young users' mental health.
Law
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Social Media Companies Are Suddenly Getting Killed in Court

Meta and Google face significant legal consequences for misleading practices and negligence affecting young users' mental health.
#photography
#art-market
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

What The Legal Industry Can Learn About AI Hallucinations From Auditors - Above the Law

AI-generated legal documents can contain convincing errors, necessitating stronger governance and review processes in law firms.
#trademark-law
Intellectual property law
fromThe IP Law Blog
1 month ago

Why Lady Gaga Prevailed in the "Mayhem" Trademark Dispute

A federal court denied Lost International's injunction against Lady Gaga's use of 'Mayhem' for her album and tour, applying First Amendment protections to merchandise under the Rogers test rather than traditional trademark confusion analysis.
Intellectual property law
fromThe IP Law Blog
1 month ago

Why Lady Gaga Prevailed in the "Mayhem" Trademark Dispute

A federal court denied Lost International's injunction against Lady Gaga's use of 'Mayhem' for her album and tour, applying First Amendment protections to merchandise under the Rogers test rather than traditional trademark confusion analysis.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Douglas Elliman opts into Tuccori suit settlement

Douglas Elliman has settled the homebuyer commission lawsuits through the Tuccori opt-in settlement, joining other firms in this legal resolution.
Marketing
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
3 days ago

CAA Wants to Bring More Marketers to Hollywood's Creative Table

CAA is integrating brand marketers into the creative process of original IP series to enhance storytelling and audience connection.
Music production
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Suno and major music labels clash over AI music sharing

Suno struggles to secure licensing deals with major music labels over user sharing of AI-generated songs.
Paris food
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

The secrets of the multimilliondollar sale of the Gunzburg collection, the design auction that could make history

Furniture pieces by Ruhlmann and other decorative arts are now valued alongside major artworks by Picasso and others at auction.
Information security
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Cyberattacks On Law Firms Are Rising. Here's What's Driving It. - Above the Law

Law firms face increasing cyberattacks, particularly from ransomware, making cybersecurity a critical business and legal concern.
#jeffrey-epstein
fromMpls.St.Paul Magazine
5 days ago

Design Destinations: New York City

"It's a really special spot. When you start at the top and move down the gently sloped ramp, you almost feel like a marble tumbling down, looking at art as you roll by. The slight slant plays with your sense of perspective and grounding."
NYC food
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.10.26 - Above the Law

A Texas judge ordered a lawyer to court for criticizing the judge's behavior, prompting a response from fellow lawyers.
#patent-law
fromPatently-O
2 days ago
Intellectual property law

The Dark Matter of Patent Law: Nearly 25% of Office Actions Now Cite Secret Prior Art

Prior art can include unpublished applications, termed 'secret springing prior art', which complicates patent searches and affects rejection rates.
fromGlobal IP & Technology Law Blog
5 days ago
Intellectual property law

A New Path for Patent Owners in Ex Parte Reexams - But What About the Rules?

Patent owners can now respond to ex parte reexamination requests before the SNQ determination, despite existing rules that typically prohibit such responses.
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
2 days ago

The Dark Matter of Patent Law: Nearly 25% of Office Actions Now Cite Secret Prior Art

Prior art can include unpublished applications, termed 'secret springing prior art', which complicates patent searches and affects rejection rates.
#art-theft
Paris food
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

It Took Thieves 3 Minutes to Steal $10 Million in Art. Here's Why Museum Heists Are Becoming More Common.

A well-planned heist resulted in the theft of three valuable paintings worth $10 million from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Italy.
Paris food
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

It Took Thieves 3 Minutes to Steal $10 Million in Art. Here's Why Museum Heists Are Becoming More Common.

A well-planned heist resulted in the theft of three valuable paintings worth $10 million from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Italy.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Work-Life Balance Is Precious; So Is The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Lawyers today prioritize work-life balance over prestige and billable hours, seeking control over their time and flexibility in their careers.
Venture
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Vision, Ownership, And Profit: What Law Firms Must Fix First - Above the Law

Clear ownership and aligned vision are essential for law firms to achieve sustainable profitability.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.27.26 - Above the Law

Several legal and political issues are currently prominent, including judicial nominations, jury trial restrictions, and corporate legal challenges.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

The Paradoxical Delights of South America's Biggest Art Fair

SP-Arte 22nd edition showcases a blend of global and regional art, emphasizing Brazil's role in transcontinental artistic connections.
#federal-circuit
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
1 day ago

Marked for Trouble: Settlement Licenses and the 287 Trap for NPEs

The Federal Circuit questioned appellant's counsel on patent-marking and sanctions in VDPP, LLC v. Volkswagen Group of America.
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
4 days ago

Moving Target: When Amended Claims Outrun Your Standing Declaration

Federal Circuit's standing requirements create challenges for patent challengers seeking appellate review after PTAB proceedings.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

On-Demand Webinar: The Path To AI Maturity In The Legal Industry - Above the Law

Artificial intelligence is essential for legal professionals, requiring a strategic approach to transition from experimentation to full business transformation.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

What If Every City Provided Artists With Free Supplies?

Materials for the Arts provides essential resources for arts education and cultural programs in New York City, advocating for expansion to all boroughs.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Scott Barshay's Paul, Weiss Makeover: More Money, Less Soul? - Above the Law

Paul, Weiss is undergoing significant internal changes, marked by controversial decisions and leadership shifts, impacting its reputation and staff retention.
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Marian Goodman's Prized $65 Million Collection Lands at Christie's | Artnet News

Christie's will auction works from Marian Goodman's collection, estimated at $65 million, including significant pieces by Gerhard Richter.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 days ago

Greece introduces new law to tackle art forgery

"Until recently, there was no specific legislation addressing the forgery of artworks and collectibles. Instead, these cases fell under the 'smoother' general provisions of the criminal code concerning fraud and forgery, which required proof of a financial transaction in order for an offence to be established."
Arts
#intellectual-property
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.07.26 - Above the Law

The new US News law school rankings have been released and are notably controversial.
#supreme-court
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago
Law

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Intellectual property law

Supreme Court makes it harder for music and movie makers to sue for copyright infringement

The Supreme Court ruled that internet providers are generally not liable for users' copyright infringement, even with knowledge of illegal downloads.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
Intellectual property law
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Supreme Court makes it harder for music and movie makers to sue for copyright infringement

The Supreme Court ruled that internet providers are generally not liable for users' copyright infringement, even with knowledge of illegal downloads.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

In "Discipline," Larissa Pham Explores Predatory Art-World Mentorship

Discipline explores the impact of teacher-student relationships through the lens of autofiction, focusing on trauma and the creative process.
Arts
fromArtnet News
4 days ago

$25 Million Modigliani Goes to Jewish Heir in Landmark Restitution Case | Artnet News

The estate of Oscar Stettiner won a court ruling affirming its ownership of Modigliani's painting Seated Man With a Cane, valued at $25 million.
#los-angeles-art-week
fromArtnet News
6 days ago

The Business of KAWS: What Data and a Museum Show Reveal About His Market | Artnet News

KAWS has shown an uncanny ability to connect with a wide variety of people. Younger buyers clamor for his $50 Uniqlo T-shirts, while trophy-hunting collectors shell out millions for paintings.
Arts
fromVogue
1 month ago

How a New Generation of Designers Are Promoting, and Protecting, Their Names

What if I took my design lens and built out my essentials capsule for the Everlane customer? I felt like that would be a really amazing opportunity for me to introduce myself as a designer to an audience outside of EB Denim.
Fashion & style
Law
fromabovethelaw.com
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.19.26

Colorado proposes legal immunity for AI companies, Microsoft considers suing over OpenAI-Amazon deal, Justice Alito changes recusal practices, and law firms fail to communicate with clients about AI implementation.
fromHyperallergic
1 week ago

The Art World Is a Joke

Kamrooz Aram is everywhere this year, from Mumbai Art Week to the Whitney Biennial, and critic Aruna D'Souza is grateful. She pens a beautiful meditation on his work, reading his abstract paintings as not simply a denunciation of Western modernism nor a reassertion of Islamic visual motifs, but something else entirely - something gestural, exuberant, riotous, and incomparably his own.
Arts
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 week ago

Prints and Multiples Are Great Entry Points for New Collectors-For Now

Prints and multiples are experiencing a market transformation with rising entry-level prices and a shift towards historically significant works.
#copyright-infringement
Intellectual property law
fromRAIN News
3 weeks ago

BMG brings infringement lawsuit to Anthropic over AI training

BMG Rights Management accuses Anthropic of illegally using song lyrics to train its AI chatbot, seeking damages for copyright infringement.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Intellectual property law

Music publishers sue Anthropic for $3B over 'flagrant piracy' of 20,000 works | TechCrunch

Intellectual property law
fromRAIN News
3 weeks ago

BMG brings infringement lawsuit to Anthropic over AI training

BMG Rights Management accuses Anthropic of illegally using song lyrics to train its AI chatbot, seeking damages for copyright infringement.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Intellectual property law

Music publishers sue Anthropic for $3B over 'flagrant piracy' of 20,000 works | TechCrunch

Intellectual property law
fromComputerworld
3 weeks ago

Music giant BMG sues Anthropic over AI training

BMG sued Anthropic for training Claude AI models on copyrighted song lyrics from torrent sites without authorization, citing 493 instances of copyright infringement.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Navigating Law Firm Mergers: Communication, Culture, And The Marketer's Influence - Above the Law

Law firm mergers succeed through effective communication, strong leadership, and organizational willingness to embrace change, with outcomes varying significantly based on whether a firm is the larger or smaller partner.
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 weeks ago

The Art Consultancy Firm Saying No to the Attention Economy

Approximately Blue prioritizes anonymity and substance over visibility and social media presence in the contemporary art market.
Arts
fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

The Art Market Returns to Growth | Artnet News

Art market confidence rose to 43% of dealers expecting improved sales in 2026, though recovery remains uneven due to rising costs and trade barriers.
Arts
fromArtnet News
4 weeks ago

Art Dealers Report More Sales in 2025-But Fewer Buyers | Artnet News

Art market confidence rose to 43% of dealers expecting sales improvement in 2026, though global sales grew only 4% to $59.6 billion, remaining below 2022 peaks amid operational challenges and geopolitical uncertainty.
fromHyperallergic
4 weeks ago

Embracing Friction in the Art World

On Franklin Street in Brooklyn's Greenpoint neighborhood, one non-commercial gallery fosters 'a small, stubbornly human space for friction.' Friction—the ubiquitous buzzword that captures the simultaneous delight and discomfort of doing things the slow way—is at the heart of artists Pap Souleye Fall and Char Jeré's current show at Subtitled NYC. It also reflects the overall spirit of this little exhibition space and of a burgeoning movement to reject our culture of optimization in favor of a bumpier, more intimate, less alienating experience.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Inside the Forum Where Women in the Arts Are Taking on the Status Quo

What began as a passion for collecting became a responsibility. She not only believes in the artistic genius of women, but she wants society in general to hold men and women artists in equal esteem-and to place the same monetary value on their work.
Arts
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

How ArtVerse Helps Galleries and Advisors Navigate Today's Art World

ArtVerse Advisory bridges capital constraints in the art market by providing galleries and advisors flexible access to primary and secondary market artwork without ownership risks.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago

Show me the money: gallery and auctioneer accounts reveal reality of a tough market

Stephen Friedman was overdue filing when he went into liquidation on 2 February, closing his London gallery immediately (his New York venue shuttered around the same date). At the time of writing, invoices remain unpaid and artists unable to retrieve works from storage companies. In a statement, Friedman says 'all matters are now subject to the administrator's consideration'.
Arts
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Lawyers Should Circulate Word Versions Of Documents To Be Negotiated - Above the Law

Send editable Word documents rather than PDFs when a document requires negotiation to enable redlining and avoid formatting issues from PDF-to-Word conversion.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

Forget About Getting Your AI Art Copyrighted

The US Supreme Court declined to hear Stephen Thaler's appeal seeking copyright protection for AI-generated artwork, upholding the requirement that copyrightable works must demonstrate human authorship.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Threading The Needle: How To Win The Case That Can't Be Won (At Least Not The Obvious Way) - Above the Law

Win messy cases by accepting client imperfection, avoiding absolutism, and focusing ruthlessly on the single pivotal issue that defines where responsibility ends.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Mr. Worldwide: Artist Prevails In Fierce Battle Over The Copyright Act's Reclamation Right - Above the Law

U.S. law permits artists to reclaim copyrights after statutory periods to correct initial imbalances and pursue fairer licensing agreements.
Intellectual property law
fromThe IP Law Blog
2 months ago

The Briefing: Why Lady Gaga Beat a Trademark Injunction Over "Mayhem"

Court denied Lost International's request for a preliminary injunction, applying the Rogers test and protecting expressive tour merchandise under First Amendment considerations.
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Art Investment Platform Masterworks Sues Key Former Staffer | Artnet News

has threatened to commence a wholly meritless lawsuit against the company, based on the allegation that he was unlawfully and involuntarily terminated upon returning to work from paternity leave.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

How to Sell Performance Art | Artnet News

Is there finally a market for performance art? We're seeing more and more performance in galleries, art fairs, and other commercial art spaces these days.
Arts
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

When Artists Lose Their Archives

An artist lost a storage unit and later discovered parts of their work were sold online without notification, stripping authorship and meaning.
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

The Art World's Epstein Problem

Because they've long stopped being about just one depraved pedophile and have come to symbolize the endemic depravity of the world's richest elites. It's no surprise that the art world is implicated. There isn't much difference between a corporation's board of directors and a museum's board of trustees. It's more or less the same money, same power dynamics, and the same creeps crawling through the corridors.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

The Art World After Epstein

We knew everything we needed to know about the art world before the Epstein Files dropped. Before heinous allegations against Museum of Modern Art trustee Leon Black emerged, or School of Visual Arts chair David A. Ross's sympathetic endorsement of Epstein came out, we knew about the intimate connections between institutional heads and donors and trustees. The exchanges of money, donations, or favors that bind them.
Arts
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

Why Galleries and Fairs Are Pausing | Artnet News

Art institutions and dealers are increasingly adopting strategic pauses—temporary hiatuses or skipped seasons—to reassess operations, programming, and futures.
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

Gallery Shows Featuring Estates Are Everywhere. Here Are 5 to Catch

Exhibitions of deceased artists and estates are rising, signaling momentum for historical reappraisals and potentially making January a season for such shows.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

After the Strike, Will Art Galleries Be Allies?

If deleting the social media post tomorrow would change nothing about how artists are paid or how resources are allocated, the gallery's allyship is disposable.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Epstein Files Expose the Depths of the Art World's Rot

Arts leaders must reject corrupt funding and prioritize donors who demonstrate civic leadership, transparency, and ethical accountability to protect institutions and communities.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Art Movements: New Leaders Everywhere

Jean Cooney will become executive director of Creative Time; major museum leadership changes include Sally Tallant leaving Queens Museum, Yasha Grobman in Jerusalem, and Amy Sherald signing with CAA.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

The $12.7 Million Painting That Exposed a Museum Scandal | Artnet News

Chinese investigators uncovered decades of mismanagement and corruption at the Nanjing Museum that diverted nationally significant artworks into the private market.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Archival Art Will Not Save Us

Archival work supports historical recovery and cultural self-understanding, but not every artwork must be archival and political work requires action beyond mere presence.
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