Entertainment Law

Russell Brand Calls for Drug Law Change – femalefirst.co.uk

Russell Brand has called for a drastic overhaul of drugs policy in the U.K., urging politicians to decriminalise illicit substances and help addicts become useful members of society. The former alcoholic and heroin addict was invited to share his …

Thizz Entertainment at center of drug network, federal authorities say – Vallejo Times-Herald

along with nine Thizz Entertainment’s business model was simple – sell drugs to finance its record label, said Vallejo police Lt. Ken Weaver. For many in law enforcement, Thursday’s bust marks the end of a dangerous few decades in Vallejo … Continue reading

Jude Law spotted kissing a mystery woman – Hindustan Times

Actor Jude Law has sparked rumours of a new romance after he was spotted kissing a mystery woman passionately at a bar here. The star downed shots with the blonde at a venue in Manhattan last week, and onlookers saw … Continue reading

b cover story: Is law school worth it? – Baltimore Sun

Ever since he was a kid, Benjamin Arem wanted to be a lawyer. When he graduated from Muhlenberg College in 2006, Arem put his law school aspirations on hold to become an accountant. All the while, law remained his passion. … Continue reading

SEC Probing Hollywood Dealings in China (Report) – YAHOO!

China has become a top priority for American entertainment companies looking to take advantage … officials in order to facilitate their business dealings. While the law has been on the books in the U.S. since the 1970s, it has only … Continue reading

Deborah Handelman dies at 63 – Variety

Deborah Handelman, who worked in entertainment law in Los Angeles for four decades, died April 17 after a 2 1/2 year battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 63. Handelman began her career as an entertainment paralegal at Silverberg, Rosen, Leon … Continue reading

PETER R. YAREM JOINS SCARINCI HOLLENBECK AS PARTNER – mmdnewswire.com

Public Law, Commercial Real Estate, Sports and Entertainment Law, and Tax, Trust and Estate Law. Top-tier personnel, innovative technology and superior client service add to Scarinci Hollenbeck’s reputation as one of the most highly ranked law firms in the …

Development of Cenote Falls Shopping Center Begins in Belize – msnbc.com

Public Law, Commercial Real Estate, Sports and Entertainment Law, and Tax, Trust and Estate Law. Top-tier personnel, innovative technology and superior client service adds to Scarinci Hollenbeck’s reputation as one of the most highly ranked law firms in …

Swinging Richards Sues North Miami Beach for Discrimination – Miami New Times Blogs

According to Swinging Richards’ lawsuit, the city grandfathered the club’s predecessor “Miami Gold” and the other adult entertainment venues when the law banning liquor sales and nudity in the same place was enacted in 1989. Five years later, the city … Continue reading

State steps up efforts on stage safety at fairs and festivals – News and Tribune.com

He said others may be intentionally skirting the law. Wainscott said Homeland Security staff is … Its members are pushing the entertainment industry to adopt safety guidelines already in place in England and some European countries.