The Briefing by Weintraub Tobin

In The Briefing by Weintraub Tobin, intellectual property attorney Scott Hervey and his guests discuss current IP issues related to trademark, copyright, and entertainment, as well as IP litigation and intellectual property in the news.

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Protecting Fictional Characters: Copyright and Trademark Strategies

Posted October 24, 2025 • 00:16:01

Can a car, a superhero, or even a cartoon sidekick be protected by copyright? In this episode of The Briefing,

The Nirvana Baby Lawsuit – A Win for Nirvana

Posted October 17, 2025 • 00:10:37

A federal court has granted summary judgment for Nirvana, dismissing Spencer Elden’s claim that the Nevermind album cover — depicting him...

Studios Beware: The Danger of the Beauty and the Beast Copyright Decision

Posted October 10, 2025 • 00:18:47

Disney faced a copyright lawsuit over the use of MOVA facial-capture software in Beauty and the Beast. A jury found Disney vicariously liable, the district...

George Santos vs. Jimmy Kimmel: Why the 2nd Circuit Sided with Comedy

Posted October 3, 2025 • 00:12:22

Former Congressman George Santos sued Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night host used Cameo videos in a comedy segment called “Will Santos Say It?”...

Neil Young vs. Chrome Hearts: When Rock Meets Runway in Court

Posted September 26, 2025 • 00:16:51

Neil Young vs. Chrome Hearts — What happens when a rock legend collides with a luxury fashion powerhouse? Chrome Hearts has filed suit against Neil...