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📢 Social Media Influencers: Protect Your Brand & Assets! 📢 As an influencer, your content, brand name, and creative work are valuable assets—but without legal protection, they’re vulnerable to theft, lawsuits, and reputational damage. From registering trademarks to forming an LLC or securing business insurance, there are key steps you can take to safeguard your business. Whether you're dealing with copyright risks, misleading advertising claims, or online content disputes, knowing your rights can make all the difference. 💡✨ Discover more: https://bit.ly/4kNGPas #InfluencerLegalTips #BrandProtection #SocialMedia #Law #ContentCreators #RLEntertainment

🎰 Big Tech & Online Gambling: A High-Stakes Legal Battle Apple, Google, and Meta are facing a major lawsuit accusing them of profiting from casino-style gambling apps by targeting vulnerable users with addictive gaming content. The companies argue they’re simply processing payments, not facilitating illegal gambling—while plaintiffs insist their platforms are fueling an “illegal internet gambling enterprise.” With billions spent on virtual casino chips each year, this case could set a major precedent for Big Tech’s role in online gaming. Read more: https://bit.ly/41J7SuR #TechLawsuit #GamblingRegulation #BigTech #OnlineGaming

📰 Copyright & Journalism in the Digital Age: What You Need to Know 📰 Journalists today have more access to information than ever before—but with that comes legal and ethical challenges. Copyright laws, fair use, and online content rules shape what can and can't be used in reporting. Understanding fair use, securing proper permissions, and navigating social media content rights are essential to avoiding infringement. Discover how to protect your work while maintaining journalistic integrity: https://bit.ly/41wMVnY #CopyrightLaw #FairUse #DigitalJournalism #MediaEthics

💡 A Landmark Copyright Case is Challenging the Status Quo! 💡 A Louisiana federal court has ruled that U.S. copyright termination rights may extend beyond domestic borders, disrupting a long-held understanding that termination only affects U.S. rights. In Vetter v. Resnik, the court found it “plausible” that an author could recapture worldwide rights after termination, contradicting prior rulings. This decision could have major global copyright implications—will it hold up on appeal? Read more: https://bit.ly/41QMBPC #CopyrightLaw #IPLaw #VetterVResnik #EntertainmentLaw #GlobalCopyright

Can you trademark a person’s name? Our Associate Attorney, Curtis Fuller, explains the legal hurdles associated with trademarking a name and how best-selling artist, Beyonce, used trademarking to protect her daughter. Learn more about trademark & IP protection on our website: https://bit.ly/42aPHPX #Beyonce #IntellectualProperty #Entertainment #Trademark #Law #RLIP

📱 New York is taking action to protect kids online! Governor Hochul and Attorney General Tish James have backed new legislation aimed at limiting social media’s addictive features and restricting Big Tech from collecting minors’ data. The SAFE Act would ban algorithm-driven feeds for kids, enforce strict parental controls, and limit late-night notifications, while the NY Child Data Protection Act would require parental consent before collecting minors' personal data. With growing concerns about social media’s impact on youth mental health, this bill could set a major precedent—should other states follow suit? Discover more: https://bit.ly/3A8V7j3 #SocialMediaLaw #ChildSafetyOnline #BigTechRegulation #DigitalPrivacy #SAFEAct #NYCDPA

Proud moment! 🎉 Romano Law’s Litigation Partner, Siddartha Rao, is now admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT)!   Did you know? The CIT: ✅ Handles international trade & customs cases—including disputes over tariffs, imports, and trade agreements. ✅ Has nationwide jurisdiction—it’s based in NYC but hears cases from all over the U.S. ✅ Decides cases involving the U.S. government—typically lawsuits against U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ✅ Allows direct appeals to the Federal Circuit—ensuring swift resolution of complex trade matters. ✅ Has origins dating back to 1890—evolving with the global economy over time.   A testament to hard work, dedication, and passion for the law—well done, Sid! 👏 #InternationalTradeLaw #SidInCIT #LegalMilestone #TradeLaw #CustomsLaw

💡 Influencers, are you following the FTC’s rules on sponsored content? If you receive free products, payments, or discounts in exchange for promoting a brand, you must disclose your material connection—even if you genuinely love the product! The FTC requires clear and visible disclosures, not buried in hashtags or hidden at the end of a post. Transparency is key to building trust with your audience and avoiding legal trouble. Are your posts FTC-compliant? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Reqa1X #SocialMediaMarketing #FTCCompliance #InfluencerMarketing #SponsoredContent #TruthInAdvertising #RLSocial

🚨 Google’s Monopoly Cracks: A Landmark Antitrust Ruling 🚨 A federal court has ruled against Google, finding it guilty of illegally maintaining a monopoly in online search—a decision that could reshape Big Tech regulation worldwide. The ruling, which echoes the Microsoft antitrust case of the 1990s, could force Google to sell Chrome or limit its exclusive deals that have locked out competition. As governments crack down on tech giants globally, this case sets a powerful precedent for future antitrust battles against Amazon, Apple, and Meta. Learn more about this ruling: https://bit.ly/41PF9Ev Is this the beginning of the end for Big Tech’s dominance? 🤔 #BigTech #Antitrust #Google #Regulation #Monopoly #CompetitionLaw #RLTech

🎬 A Historic Win for Disney Animation Production Workers! 🎨 Production workers at Walt Disney Animation Studios have officially ratified their first union contract, securing pension and health benefits along with significant wage increases—up 35% for production coordinators, 29% for supervisors, and 24% for managers. This victory marks a major step toward greater equity in the animation industry and could influence ongoing negotiations at DreamWorks Animation. With this contract, production teams are no longer behind the scenes. Read more about this fight for fair wages: https://bit.ly/4hCftRv #Disney #Animation #Union #Guild #WorkersRights #EntertainmentLaw #FairPay