News Type: Media Mentions

Jeremy Richardson’s arrival as a partner in Michelman & Robinson, LLP’s New York office was reported on IPWatchdog.com on May 4, 2017.

Adam Solomon was quoted in the MarTech Today article, “What the FTC’s latest endorsement disclosure actions mean for marketers,” on September 14, 2017. The article addresses the responsibility of influencers in making branded-content disclosures and the sufficiency of platforms’ relevant labeling tools. Mr. Solomon commented on the likelihood of the FTC pursuing individuals who adhere to an industry standard when it comes to disclosures, even though those disclosures may not be as clear and conspicuous as can be.

Jeremy Richardson was quoted in the Sourcing Journal article, “Amazon Pushes Sellers’ Limits With Latest Pricing Policies,” published on November 8, 2017. The article addresses discounting measures implemented by the online retail giant on third-party sellers’ merchandise. Mr. Richardson commented extensively on Amazon’s decision to lower prices on some goods offered on its marketplace by as much as 9%, as well as the potential problems such discounts present, especially when it comes to luxury brands.

On January 2, 2018, Diyari Vázquez was quoted in the Restaurant Insider article, “Tip Pooling is Back and Here’s What it Means for Your Restaurant.”

On December 5, 2017, Marc Zimmerman was quoted in the Eater article, “Trump Is About to Make Tip-Pooling Legal Again. Here’s What That Means for Restaurant Workers.” In the piece, Mr. Zimmerman comments on the current tip-pooling regulations that were issued in 2011 under President Obama, and also provides some practical guidance regarding the period for public comment provided by the Department of Labor in connection with the proposed changes to the law.

Marc Zimmerman was quoted in the HR Dive article, “Compliance Challenge of the Year: State and local laws,” on December 4, 2017. In the piece, Mr. Zimmerman comments extensively on the likelihood that the Trump administration will ease restrictions placed upon the ability of employers to maintain tip pooling arrangements, and resulting state and local action where the hospitality industry is robust.

Diyari Vazquez was quoted in the Law360 article, “House OKs Narrowed Joint Employment Definition,” published on November 7, 2017. The piece addresses the vote by the U.S. House of Representatives to require “direct control” by a business partner in order to be subject to joint employer liability. Ms. Vazquez commented on the ongoing and commonplace practice of plaintiff’s suing based upon this legal theory.

On January 29, 2018, Marc Zimmerman was quoted in the HR Dive article, “State and local employment laws continue to pick up steam.” In the piece, Mr. Zimmerman comments about state and local activism in regards to paid sick leave and overtime rules.

Michael Poster, Chair of M&R’s Corporate & Securities Department, was instrumental in helping to close a big deal in the film music business: Concord Music’s recent acquisition of music label Varèse Sarabande from Film Score Records, an investor group led by The Cutting Edge Group (responsible for such well-known soundtracks as Whiplash, Sicario) and Barings LLC. Mr. Poster’s involvement was detailed in a recent Billboard feature, which also explained that Varèse Sarabande, under Concord Music’s ownership, will continue to release scores from major and independent film studios, network TV studios, digital streaming platforms, and A-list producers. The article also states that the purchase included the Varèse Vintage imprint that specializes in releasing new and re-issued albums by classic pop, jazz and country artists.