Cases, Cases and a Case: Annual Update in EMC Law and Media Production Case Study

  • February 06, 2014

PURCHASE

Publication | Archived Video

DESCRIPTION

Given the nature of the practice, Entertainment, Media and Communications Law practitioners must be aware of key developments throughout Canada and across the border into the US. Get essential updates from our expert panel on the major cases and litigation trends in both jurisdictions. Tackle critical issues in media production through a comprehensive case study during the second segment of this program. Learn to avoid the pitfalls and maximize the benefits of developing content in Canada with this stimulating and in-depth analysis.

PROGRAM CHAIR

Brian Wynn, Gardiner Roberts LLP

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Entertainment Law Year in Review Case Summaries
Catherine Lovrics, Bereskin & Parr LLP

Entertainment, Media, and Communications Law Cases in the United States
Jeffrey Cadwell, Dorsey & Whitney LLP (Minneapolis)
Sarah Robertson, Dorsey & Whitney LLP (New York/Toronto)

Fact Scenario

Canadian Tax Credit 'Cheat Sheet'
Behind The Scenes Services

Endorsement: MHR Board Game Design Inc. v. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, 2013 ONSC 4457

Endorsement: MHR Board Game Design Inc. v. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, 2013 ONCA 728

Sample Clearance Procedures from E&O Application

Excerpt from the New Rules of Professional Conduct (to come into effect on October 1, 2014)
The Law Society of Upper Canada

Implementation of the Model Code of Professional Conduct Changes to the Current Rules and Commentary, October 2013
The Law Society of Upper Canada

Materials submitted by:
Eric Birnberg, Lewis Birnberg Hanet LLP
Gigi Morin, Duncan Morin LLP
Tara Parker, Goodmans LLP (moderator)