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- The SERMAPod Ep. 36 | Antitrust Implications of PGA/LIV "Merger"
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Gerald Maatman of Duane Morris LLP to discuss breaking news on the new relationship (merger??) between the PGA and LIV golf, and potential federal antitrust issues that may arise from it.
https://www.duanemorris.com/attorneys/geraldmaatman.html
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org25 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 35 | Canadian Sports Law Hot Topics
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorneys Patrick Essiminy and Antoine Metayer of Stikeman Elliott (three proud Canadians) to discuss the current intersection of Canadian sports and the law! In additional to their legal analysis, the panel also gives their predictions on the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Patrick Essiminy: https://www.stikeman.com/en-ca/people/e/patrick-essiminy
Antoine Metayer: https://www.stikeman.com/en-ca/people/m/antoine-metayer
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org31 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 34 | Are Young Thug's Lyrics a Confession?
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by Professor Kermit Roosevelt from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law to discuss the potential use of song lyrics from rapper Young Thug in his criminal trial as substantive evidence. The discussion includes Constitutional analysis, as well as new legislation specifically addressing the use of rap lyrics as evidence in criminal proceedings.
Kermit Roosevelt: https://www.law.upenn.edu/faculty/krooseve
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org11 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 33 | Can You Copyright a Rhythm?
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Paul Fakler of Mayer Brown to discuss the relatively new (and imprecise) area of law involving copyright lawsuits over musical beats or rhythms, as well as the strategies employed by the litigants when fighting and defending these claims.
Paul Fackler: https://www.mayerbrown.com/en/people/f/paul-fakler?tab=overview
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org24 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 32 | Artificial Intelligence & Copyright Infringement
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by entertainment lawyer Wallace Collins to discuss the role of Artificial Intelligence ("AI") in the music industry, and how artists' potential use of AI could affect copyright claims made against their music.
Wallace Collins: https://www.wallacecollins.com/
"Rock and Roll President": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVRs7YRQGU0
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org19 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 31 | Afroman, Lemon Pound Cake, & the Right of Personality
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Barry Chase of ChaseLawyers to discuss a recently filed lawsuit by certain police officers against rapper Afroman after they searched his property pursuant to a warrant. Following the search, Afroman released a song, music video, and merchandise about the officers' escapades, including an interesting interaction with some lemon pound cake. Rich and Barry break down the officers' allegations of invasion of the right to personality and how First Amendment protections factor into these claims.
Barry Chase: https://entertainmentlawyermiami.com/entertainment-law-attorneys/barry-oliver-chase-entertainment-attorney/
Join SERMA Today: www.theserma.org25 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 30 | "Charm City" Trademark Battle
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Julie Hopkins of Hopkins IP to discuss the unsuccessful efforts of the Baltimore Ravens football team to trademark the term “Charm City.” This episode includes a discussion on what can be trademarked, what protection are afforded with a trademark, and why the Ravens have been unable, at least to date, to trademark “Charm City.”
Julie Hopkins: https://www.hopkins-ip.com/about/
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org17 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 29 | Cavinder Twins’ NIL Dispute
SERMA founder & CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Luke Fedlam of Porter Wright to discuss the history of NIL regulations with respect to NCAA athletes and the actions taken by the NCAA against the Miami Hurricanes’ Cavinder twins for alleged NIL violations.
Luke Fedlam: https://www.porterwright.com/luke-a-fedlam/
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org27 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 28 | Meghan & Harry v. South Park
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Bryan Sullivan to discuss a recent episode of ‘South Park’ which includes a (cartoon) parody of Meghan & Harry. The discussion includes a multitude of defenses the show and network would have if suit was filed, and the potential arguments that could be made in support of a claim.
Bryan Sullivan: https://www.earlysullivan.com/attorneys/bryan-m-sullivan
Join SERMA today: www.theserma.org15 min - The SERMAPod Ep. 27 | Bret Favre v. Pat McAfee Defamation Case
SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney David Hollander of Stafford Rosenbaum LLP to discuss two lawsuits filed by Bret Favre, against Shannon Sharpe and Pat McAfee, for allegedly defamatory statements relating to spending of welfare money. The discussion includes a review of the elements of defamation, what Favre must prove to prevail in these suits, potential defenses, and potential damages recoverable by Favre.
David Hollander: https://www.staffordlaw.com/our-people/david-hollander/
David’s article: https://www.staffordlaw.com/blog/litigation/brett-favres-hail-mary-first-amendment-hurdles-in-defamation-cases/
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Join personalities from SERMA (Sports & Entertainment Risk Management Alliance) for insightful discussions on a variety of trending and important topics in claims facing the industry.