History Comes Alive
26/08/10 15:33
PRESS RELEASE
Jersey City, NJ
For Immediate Release
August 26, 2010
Contact: David Krell, (917) 617-4522, david@davidkrell.com
HISTORY COMES ALIVE! DAVID KRELL EXPANDS LEGAL HISTORY ARTICLE SERIES WITH NEW YORK STATE BAR ASSOCIATION’S ENTERTAINMENT, ARTS, AND SPORTS LAW JOURNAL
(Jersey City, August 26, 2010)
David Krell a.k.a. The Writing Guy™, an intellectual property attorney, media historian, and freelance writer based in Jersey City, today announced that he has confirmed the next four topics for Krell’s Korner.
Krell’s Korner is Krell’s article series in the New York State Bar Association’s Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Journal. Krell’s articles focus on important legal events from historical and legal perspectives.
Krell said, “The next four articles will concern Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Dodgers, Johnny Carson, and It’s A Wonderful Life.
“In 1978, the owners of Grand Central Terminal challenged the terminal’s landmark status under a New York City law in the United States Supreme Court. This article will cover the rich history of the terminal, the genesis of the case, and the magnificent restoration of the terminal. It’s a New York City jewel.
“In 1993, the Los Angeles Dodgers sued a restaurant using the “Brooklyn Dodgers” moniker in its name. This article will cover the beginnings of Major League Baseball, the history of the Brooklyn Dodgers, and the case in the Southern District of New York that revealed the dangers of trademark abandonment.
“Johnny Carson was a television fixture for thirty years. A portable toilet maker tried to capitalize on the signature line “Heeere’s Johnny!” by using it as the name of its product in the 1970’s and after Carson died in 2005. This article will cover the history of The Tonight Show, the 1970’s lawsuit, and the attempt to register the phrase as a trademark decades later.
“It’s A Wonderful Life is a Christmas tradition. But in the 1970’s, a clerical error pushed the film into the public domain. So why does it fall under copyright protection today? This article will cover the history of the film, the relationship between director Frank Capra and actor Jimmy Stewart, and the copyright technicalities that caused confusion over the film’s copyright status.
“I am looking forward to tackling these subjects because the restoration of Grand Central Terminal is an architectural testament to the art of the possible. It never fails to capture my wonder. My passion for baseball runs deep, so the Brooklyn Dodgers case is right up my alley. I watched Johnny Carson’s monologues religiously in college and law school. He was the undisputed King of Late Night after beating several pretenders to the throne during the course of three decades. And It’s A Wonderful Life is my all-time favorite movie.
“These articles will be labors of love, indeed!”
Elissa D. Hecker, Editor-in-Chief of the Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Journal, said, “David’s articles reveal the history behind important legal touchstones in the entertainment, arts, and sports industries. I enjoy working with David because he combines his passion for these industries with his passion for writing. The result is an article that is compelling, educational, and entertaining. He’s an integral part of the Journal’s success!”
In addition to freelance writing, Krell offers in-house communications workshops and communications consulting, writing, and editing services for law firms, companies, and trade associations. Krell’s web site is www.davidkrell.com.
Jersey City, NJ
For Immediate Release
August 26, 2010
Contact: David Krell, (917) 617-4522, david@davidkrell.com
HISTORY COMES ALIVE! DAVID KRELL EXPANDS LEGAL HISTORY ARTICLE SERIES WITH NEW YORK STATE BAR ASSOCIATION’S ENTERTAINMENT, ARTS, AND SPORTS LAW JOURNAL
(Jersey City, August 26, 2010)
David Krell a.k.a. The Writing Guy™, an intellectual property attorney, media historian, and freelance writer based in Jersey City, today announced that he has confirmed the next four topics for Krell’s Korner.
Krell’s Korner is Krell’s article series in the New York State Bar Association’s Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Journal. Krell’s articles focus on important legal events from historical and legal perspectives.
Krell said, “The next four articles will concern Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Dodgers, Johnny Carson, and It’s A Wonderful Life.
“In 1978, the owners of Grand Central Terminal challenged the terminal’s landmark status under a New York City law in the United States Supreme Court. This article will cover the rich history of the terminal, the genesis of the case, and the magnificent restoration of the terminal. It’s a New York City jewel.
“In 1993, the Los Angeles Dodgers sued a restaurant using the “Brooklyn Dodgers” moniker in its name. This article will cover the beginnings of Major League Baseball, the history of the Brooklyn Dodgers, and the case in the Southern District of New York that revealed the dangers of trademark abandonment.
“Johnny Carson was a television fixture for thirty years. A portable toilet maker tried to capitalize on the signature line “Heeere’s Johnny!” by using it as the name of its product in the 1970’s and after Carson died in 2005. This article will cover the history of The Tonight Show, the 1970’s lawsuit, and the attempt to register the phrase as a trademark decades later.
“It’s A Wonderful Life is a Christmas tradition. But in the 1970’s, a clerical error pushed the film into the public domain. So why does it fall under copyright protection today? This article will cover the history of the film, the relationship between director Frank Capra and actor Jimmy Stewart, and the copyright technicalities that caused confusion over the film’s copyright status.
“I am looking forward to tackling these subjects because the restoration of Grand Central Terminal is an architectural testament to the art of the possible. It never fails to capture my wonder. My passion for baseball runs deep, so the Brooklyn Dodgers case is right up my alley. I watched Johnny Carson’s monologues religiously in college and law school. He was the undisputed King of Late Night after beating several pretenders to the throne during the course of three decades. And It’s A Wonderful Life is my all-time favorite movie.
“These articles will be labors of love, indeed!”
Elissa D. Hecker, Editor-in-Chief of the Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Journal, said, “David’s articles reveal the history behind important legal touchstones in the entertainment, arts, and sports industries. I enjoy working with David because he combines his passion for these industries with his passion for writing. The result is an article that is compelling, educational, and entertaining. He’s an integral part of the Journal’s success!”
In addition to freelance writing, Krell offers in-house communications workshops and communications consulting, writing, and editing services for law firms, companies, and trade associations. Krell’s web site is www.davidkrell.com.