Dwayne Johnson is one of the most recognizable and successful working actors on the planet. For an entire generation, he is synonymous with smash-hit franchises such as Baywatch, Tooth Fairy, and Jungle Cruise. In fact, between 2019 and 2021, he was the highest-paid actor in Hollywood and raked in $270,000,000 in 2022 alone.  Further, he is a co-founder of Teremana Tequila, which holds an estimated value of $3.5 billion, putting him on track alongside George Clooney and Ryan Reynolds as success stories in the celebrity alcohol market. His most recent endeavor, however, may put him ..read more

  A majority of Americans are concerned about climate change. This fear seems to be a driver of consumer spending decisions. According to a study by PDI Technologies, 68% of Americans are willing to spend more on environmentally sustainable products than their competitors that are not sustainable. This number has steadily grown over the past two years. This figure is even greater for key marketing demographics. 77% of Gen Z, 72% of millennials, and 76% of parents would be willing to do so. Because of this, companies have increasingly sought to position and market themselves as green compa ..read more

  In the ever-evolving landscape of digital technology, the emergence of deepfake technology has raised profound concerns, especially in the realm of copyright law. Deepfakes, sophisticated synthetic media created using artificial intelligence, can manipulate or replace existing content, often blurring the lines between reality and fiction. As these digital creations become more prevalent, questions surrounding their implications under copyright law have taken center stage.   Deepfakes employ machine learning algorithms to manipulate or replace elements in audio, video, or image file ..read more

  In the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”), intellectual property (“IP”) lawyers have proven essential in navigating the web of IP rights and obligations throughout the transaction process. As companies increasingly look to acquire new strategic levers, the expertise of these specialized lawyers has become invaluable, helping to ensure the validity of intangible assets and mitigating potential risks involved. One cannot overstate the importance of IP due diligence in M&A deals. Blank Rome LLP reports that intangible assets contribute over 80% of corporate value. IP ..read more

  Ask yourself: what does the perfect workspace look and feel like? The answer varies from person to person. Some people prefer to work in crowded cafes, while others need complete silence. The concern became even more relevant during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, when many individuals were working remotely. As it does with many things, the internet came to our rescue and provided us with creative ways to yield efficiency. To spice your WFH  office arrangement, it provides different sources of background music that can help tune out distractions, regulate stress, increase p ..read more

  The Cardozo AELJ Author Interview Series seeks to give our readers further insight into the Articles and Notes published in the Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal. In this interview, Professor Aman K. Gebru discusses his Article, The Piracy Paradox and Indigenous Fashion, which was published in Volume 39, Issue 2. Aman K. Gebru is an Assistant Professor at the University of Houston Law Center, where he teaches courses on contracts and intellectual property law. Professor Gebru’s research examines issues at the intersection of intellectual property law, innovation policy, and k ..read more

  In the early 2010s, the term “fandom” gained popularity among teenagers who were deeply devoted to their favorite musicians. The term “fandom” refers to communities of fans who come together through social media to express their shared admiration for a particular artist. When individuals unite to celebrate their mutual love for a musician, a genuine sense of connection and community is established. Through discussions about their shared passion for the artist, they often discover common interests and experiences that go beyond the music, fostering authentic friendships. The strong bonds ..read more

  A month-long standoff between Universal Music Group (“UMG”) and TikTok persists after combative licensing negotiations have continuously failed. This stalemate led to the removal of UMG’s music from the platform on February 1, 2024, silencing thousands of videos featuring UMG’s music and, in turn, drastically reducing content creators’ music options for new clips. The effects of the broken partnership have materialized, but the extent of the fallout is unclear, as some videos using UMG recordings appeared to be unaffected, while others, such as those featuring tracks by UMG artists Tayl ..read more

  The Cardozo AELJ Author Interview Series seeks to give our readers further insight into the Articles and Notes published in the Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal. In this interview, Professor Matthew J. Mitten discusses his Article, Why and What Federal NIL Rights Legislation is Needed, which was published in Volume 41, Issue 3. Matthew J. Mitten is the Professor of Law and Executive Director of the National Sports Law Institute at Marquette University Law School. Professor Mitten is a leading sports law scholar and has testified before a U.S. Congressional joint subcommittee ..read more

Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in the Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal’s spring symposium, “Barking Up the Wrong Tree: An Exploration of Intellectual Property Law Protections Following Bad Spaniels and Andy Warhol.” AELJ is proud to have hosted such a successful event, highlighting a range of thoughtful and engaging scholarship. Amy Adler kicked off the event with a captivating keynote address that provided an overview of the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith. Professor Adler highlighted that this d ..read more