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Richard Binder

Richard Binder

Richard Binder, based in New York, is part of the social media team at ALM. He is also a 2014 recipient of the ASPBE Award for Excellence in the Humorous/Fun Department.

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October 03, 2019 | New York Law Journal

99 Problems and Videotape Is One: Jay-Z to Submit to Filmed Deposition, Judge Rules

In a hard-knock ruling for Jay-Z, a New York state judge has ordered the rap mogul to answer questions about his ongoing legal fight against a fragrance company, and to have that deposition videotaped.

By Richard Binder

2 minute read

August 22, 2019 | The Recorder

Burning Man Takes Legal Heat for Lack of Sign Language Interpreters

The Burning Man festival bills itself as "an exercise in Radical Self-Reliance," but two deaf California men think the organizers' decision to drop interpretive services for the deaf is a bad sign.

By Richard Binder

1 minute read

August 19, 2019 | The Recorder

‘Wizard of Oz’ Music Piracy Lawsuit Adds Two New Plaintiffs

A copyright infringement lawsuit filed earlier this year by the estate of the composer of "Over the Rainbow" against some of the biggest tech companies now has two new traveling companions on the yellow brick road.

By Richard Binder

3 minute read

August 06, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Judge Orders Roger Goodell, NFL Officials, to Account for 'No Call' in Rams-Saints NFC Championship Game

Judge Nicole Sheppard of the New Orleans Civil District Court directed Goodell and referees Patrick Turner, Gary Cavaletto and Bill Vinovich to be deposed in September.

By Richard Binder

3 minute read

July 10, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Roma Torre Calls Foul on Exclusion from NY1's World Cup Parade Coverage, Says It's 'Retaliation' For Lawsuit

In an open letter to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, Torre said NY1 informed her she would not be involved in the World Cup parade live coverage in spite of her request to continue in that role. "Of course, this is retaliation and a further demonstration of NY1's complete failure to take women's issues seriously," she wrote.

By Richard Binder

3 minute read

June 21, 2019 | The Recorder

Music Publisher Boxes Pandora Over Displaying Song Lyrics by Tom Petty, The Doors and Others

Having settled a legal skirmish last year with Spotify, Wixen Music Publishing Inc. has set its sights on Pandora, claiming the internet radio giant is showing unlicensed song lyrics by its clients.

By Richard Binder

2 minute read

June 06, 2019 | New York Law Journal

HBO and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Smack Down 'Rock and a Hard Place' Lawsuit

Scorpion King. G.I. Joe. Hercules. And now, thanks to a court win, "The Rock" can also call himself a journalist.

By Richard Binder

3 minute read

June 05, 2019 | Law.com

Raptors Star Kawhi Leonard Sues Nike to Claw Back His 'Klaw' Logo

After the Toronto Raptors play the Golden State Warriors in the NBA finals, Kawhi Leonard may be headed to another kind of court.

By Richard Binder

2 minute read

June 03, 2019 | Law.com

Iron Maiden Says 3D Realms Video Game Is Running Free With Band's Trademark

The legendary heavy metal band's holding company is suing the video game publisher over a first-person shooter game called "Ion Maiden."

By Richard Binder

2 minute read

May 31, 2019 | Law.com

Whistle Stop: 'Andy Griffith Show' Theme Writers' Heirs Sue CBS Over Alleged Copyright Violation

The heirs of Earle Hagen and Herbert Spencer, the composers of "Theme for 'The Andy Griffith Show,'" claim CBS is using the theme without a license on DVDs of the TV show.

By Richard Binder

3 minute read