Entertainment Law, Media Law and Telecoms Law

Taylor Swift faces a trademark dispute over her album title "The Life of a Showgirl" with performer Maren Flagg, who holds a 12-year registration for "Confessions of a Showgirl." The case centers on reverse confusion claims and whether Swift's global fame could overwhelm Flagg's earlier trademark rights, raising questions about brand dilution and the commercial impact of similar marks in the entertainment industry.

When Taylor Swift released her album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' she faced a trademark infringement lawsuit from Maren Flagg, who claimed the title violated her registered trademark CONFESSIONS OF A SHOWGIRL. The case explores the critical boundary between artistic expression and commercial trademark use, particularly when musical artists transform album releases into merchandise-driven business ventures.

The State of Colorado has taken a notable step in reshaping how creative businesses can be structured and financed with the introduction of the Colorado Artist Company Act (SB26 133).

The Federal Trade Commission has found new ways to impose substantial monetary penalties on companies despite a 2021 Supreme Court ruling that eliminated its primary enforcement tool. Two recent settlements totaling over $5 million demonstrate how the agency is leveraging alternative provisions of the FTC Act to pursue civil penalties for consumer protection violations, particularly those involving deceptive marketing practices and fake reviews.

The FTC settled charges against Publishing.com LLC for $1.5 million over allegations that the company misled consumers about potential earnings from its self-publishing programs. The case addresses three critical advertising law issues: unsubstantiated earnings claims, deceptive refund guarantees with hidden conditions, and undisclosed material connections in consumer testimonials and reviews.

On March 16, 2026, the Delaware Court of Chancery issued a significant post-trial opinion in Fortis Advisors, LLC v. Krafton, Inc.1 The case arose from Krafton, Inc.’s (the “Buyer”)///

Google has introduced new transparency features across its advertising platforms to help users identify when generative AI has been used to create or modify advertisements. The updates include disclosure labels in the My Ad Center panel and visible overlays on ads in certain jurisdictions, with specific requirements varying by location and ad type.

Google has introduced new transparency features across its advertising platforms to help users identify when generative AI has been used to create or modify advertisements. The updates include disclosure labels in the My Ad Center panel and visible overlays on ads in certain jurisdictions, with specific requirements varying by region and ad type.

When a Chicago-based food company with decades-old federal trademark registrations for "Pizza Puff" challenged global pizza chain Little Caesars over its "Crazy Puffs" marketing, the Seventh Circuit delivered a stunning reversal that stripped away the local brand's protections. The appellate court's decision exposes how even officially registered trademarks can collapse when consumers view them as generic product categories rather than distinctive brand identifiers, forcing a critical examination of what tr

When FIFA's 2026 World Cup came to Dallas, a nearly 30-year-old marine conservation mural was painted over without the artist's consent, sparking a federal lawsuit under the Visual Artists Rights Act.

Corporate partner Wayne Katz and Proskauer alumna Megha Parekh, now executive vice president and chief legal officer of the Jacksonville Jaguars, reflect on their professional journey together.

A new Department of Homeland Security rule will replace the longstanding "Duration of Status" system with fixed admission periods for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors beginning September 15, 2026. This change creates unique immigration planning considerations for international student-athletes whose collegiate careers may extend beyond four academic years, requiring careful coordination between athletic eligibility and immigration status timelines.