Industry

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2025: A Launchpad for Global Talent with Top Industry Leaders on Jury Panel

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Los Angeles, CA – The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards are set to return for their third edition in June 2025, once again assembling a distinguished panel of industry professionals to guide and evaluate new talents in the filmmaking arena. The program, heralded for launching aspiring directors and producers into cinematic careers, has revealed the names of its esteemed judges for the upcoming event. Creo, a not-for-profit organization, partners with Sony to facilitate the awards, offering a unique platform for emerging filmmakers. The 2025 jury panel will feature notable figures such as Minhal Baig, director of … Read more

$34.9 Million Verdict in Trademark Dispute Shakes Up Pharmaceutical Industry: ImprimisRx Wins Case Over Compounded Eye Drops

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San Diego, CA — A federal jury awarded $34.9 million to a pharmaceutical company following a heated four-day trial concerning trademark disputes over specialized post-surgical eyedrops. The verdict, handed down on Wednesday in a San Diego courtroom, addressed allegations of trademark infringement involving compounded ophthalmic medications. These medications are custom mixes specifically prepared to meet the unique needs of individual patients, particularly beneficial in eye care treatments. Carlsbad-based ImprimisRx LLC, which brought the lawsuit, claimed they pioneered the market with these unique formulations, each safeguarded under its own trademark. ImprimisRx LLC argued that competitor OSRX … Read more

Entertainment Lawyer Heidy Vaquerano Tackles AI Challenges and Advocates for Fair Compensation in the Industry

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Los Angeles, CA – Heidy Vaquerano, a prominent entertainment lawyer at Fox Rothschild, has recently been recognized in the LA Business First ‘Women of Influence’ list. Vaquerano, who works out of the firm’s nationwide Entertainment & Sports Law Department, represents a diverse set of clients including musicians, producers, actors, writers, and production companies, as well as tech startups and private-equity funds. Her work not only spans across various facets of the entertainment industry but also plays a pivotal role in addressing its evolving challenges, such as the integration of artificial intelligence. Vaquerano is increasingly focused … Read more

Major Law Firms Secure Key Positions in UK’s Entertainment Industry Deals

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London, England — Major law firms are increasingly stepping into the spotlight of the UK’s vibrant entertainment sector, orchestrating complex deals that are reshaping the industry landscape. These legal giants are not just advising on routine matters; they are threading together high-profile mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships that are setting new precedents in the entertainment world. With the global entertainment market undergoing seismic shifts due to technological advancements and changes in consumer behavior, UK-based law firms have positioned themselves at the forefront of this evolution. These firms, known for their extensive legal prowess, are navigating … Read more