Writings by Ronald S. Bienstock

Ronald S. “Ron” Bienstock joined Scarinci Hollenbeck after running his successful boutique entertainment, and intellectual property law firm, Bienstock & Michael, LLC for more than 30 years.

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Candy Brands Filing Trademark Suits Due to Cannabis Copycats

Mars Wrigley is the latest candy manufacturer to file suit against companies for selling cannabis-infused edibles in packaging that mimics its famous brands... Mars Wrigley is the latest candy manufacturer to file suit against companies for selling cannabis-infused edibles in packaging that mimics its famous brands. In its suit, Mars Wrigley alleges that the defendants […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

July 16, 2021

Have You Considered the Privacy Risks of Online Dating Sites?

Have you considered the potential privacy risks when using online dating sites? If not, you’re not alone... Have you considered the potential privacy risks when using online dating sites? If not, you’re not alone. However, it is imperative to consider how carefully your private information and communications are being safeguarded and what might happen if […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

June 14, 2021

Key Takeaways from Led Zeppelin Copyright Decision

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently handed Led Zeppelin a hard-fought copyright victory… The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently handed Led Zeppelin a hard-fought copyright victory. The federal appeals court ruled in Skidmore v. Led Zeppelin that the band classic song, Stairway to Heaven, did not infringe on the 1968 song Taurus by […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

March 17, 2020

Taylor Swift Can’t Shake Copyright Suit Over Song Lyrics

Popstar Taylor Swift has been unable to shake a copyright infringement suit over the lyrics of her 2014 hit Shake It Off… While Taylor Swift was recently named the “Artist of the Decade” at the American Music Awards, she has been unable to shake a copyright infringement suit over the lyrics of her 2014 hit Shake […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

January 3, 2020

Suit Against Model Gigi Hadid Pits Right of Publicity Against Copyright Protection

Model Gigi Hadid Faces Copyright Infringement Suit for Posting Picture of Herself on Instagram Because Someone Else Owns the Copyright to the Image Model Gigi Hadid is facing a copyright infringement suit for posting a picture of herself on her Instagram account. The problem — someone else (a paparazzi photographer) owns the copyright to the […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

February 26, 2019

How the Music Modernization Act Will Reshape US Copyright Law

On September 18, 2018, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Music Modernization Act of 2018. The landmark bill, which has already passed the House of Representative, represents the largest overhaul of music licensing in more than two decades.

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

September 28, 2018

Music Industry Investors – Making Sense of Your Options

Music Industry Investors – Making Sense of Your Options For new record labels, distributors, promotion companies, and other businesses looking to raise capital, the music industry has unique benefits and challenges. Traditional options, such as angel investors and venture capitalists, are available, but businesses will likely have to concede some creative control of their company. […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

November 2, 2017

Music Industry

Does “Made in USA” Really Mean Made in the USA?

The Legality Behind Claiming “Made in USA” During his 2016 Presidential campaign, Donald Trump has reignited the debate about whether U.S. businesses should manufacture more products in the United States. Of course, while criticizing companies like Apple and Ford Motor Co. for making products overseas, Trump critics have also raised questions about whether his campaign […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

September 14, 2016

Scarinci Hollenbeck

You'll Need Permits for that Pyrotechnic Guitar Performance

Pulling off a pyrotechnic guitar performance is not as easy as you thought One of the lasting images from the 2015 film “Mad Max: Fury Road” was the character Coma-Doof Warrior playing a flame-throwing guitar. The scene actually generated increased interest in pyrotechnic guitar performance. However, musicians should remember that these instruments and other equipment that produce […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

July 22, 2016

Scarinci Hollenbeck

Is the Trans-Pacific Partnership Good For Guitar-Makers?

Will the Trans-Pacific Partnership benefit guitar manufacturers? The guitar manufacturing industry is already heavily dependent on foreign production and as a result, could benefit from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). However, given the attitude toward the trade deal on the presidential campaign trail, its future is on ground as steady as a detuned E-string.Support for the TPP is not […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

July 21, 2016

Musicians Blurring the Lines Between Trademark and Copyright Protection

In the wake of the diminution of value of various income streams, including mechanical royalties from publishing, musicians are looking for new ways to make money. Last year, Taylor Swift made headlines when she filed trademark registration applications for several of her song lyrics and titles. The reigning pop queen is seeking to obtain marks […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

May 26, 2016

Scarinci Hollenbeck

List of Countries That Earned Failing Grades in IP Protection

Which Countries Earned Failing Grades in IP Protection? When it comes to safeguarding intellectual property, some countries do it better than others. In its annual report, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) recently flagged several U.S. trading partners that are failing to adequately protect or even acknowledge IP rights of owners. According to the report, intellectual […]

Author: Ronald S. Bienstock

May 23, 2016

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