Finally, after providing the building blocks for strong Information Governance (IG) programs and operationalizing that framework, we discuss how to sustain your IG program in the last part of the series. An effective IG program powered by the ARMA IGIM framework isn’t static. To remain relevant in an AI-driven world, it must be scalable,
New SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract Is Now in Effect
Authors: James Johnston, Samantha G. Rothaus, Jordan M. Thompson and Howard R. Weingrad.
SAG-AFTRA and the Joint Policy Committee (JPC) have reached agreement on a new Commercials Contract, which is now officially in effect. Notably, the deal was reached without a strike — a rare outcome in recent entertainment-related collective bargaining where disputes, particularly over
The Sovereign and the Circuit
Systems of Governance in the Age of AI
Governance, at its core, is about how we relate to one another. It is not just about laws or procedures. It is about who is heard, how power moves, who decides what matters, and how decisions are made real through collective agreement. Governance lives not only in
Voices on Trial: Voice Actors, AI Cloning, and the Fight for Identity Rights
A New York court just decided some important preliminary motions (which I previously covered here in this post) involving allegedly unauthorized AI cloning of voice actors. The court reached a split decision, concluding “that, for the most part, Plaintiffs have not stated cognizable claims under federal trademark and copyright law. However, that does not
(In)Authentic: The Importance of Due Diligence in the Art Market
As the art market grows in value and complexity, so too do the legal challenges surrounding authenticity. The Knoedler Gallery scandal revolved around the sale of approximately 40 Abstract Expressionist paintings that were discovered to be forgeries.[1] The scandal unfolded when it was revealed that Pei-Shen Qian, a Chinese art forger, had created fake
Mastering Information Governance with the ARMA IGIM 2.1 Framework – Part 3: Operationalizing the Framework
Last week, we outlined the building blocks for a strong IG program. Now that you’ve laid the groundwork, it’s time to bring your IG program to life. The ARMA IGIM framework emphasizes operational execution in three key areas:
These domains are where your framework tangibly interacts with AI systems,
Say Hello to Our New Law Clerk!
Sean McArthur has joined the OG+S team as a law clerk. He brings a background in regulatory compliance, pharmaceutical operations, and surgical hospital administration—plus a flair for storytelling that somehow makes even clinical protocols read like character arcs. He’s proving to be that kind of person that has the kind of unshakeable curiosity that makes
GenAI and Copyright in the EU: Looking Ahead
This is the final part of our four-part series on the EUIPO study on GenAI and copyright. Read parts 1, 2, and 3.
The EUIPO study provides detailed insights into the evolving relationship between GenAI and copyright law, highlighting both the complex challenges and emerging solutions in this rapidly developing field. As discussed
New CMS Model Targets Inefficient Medicare Spending Through AI and Clinical Oversight
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has launched the WISeR Model (Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction) to modernize and streamline Medicare’s prior authorization process. By partnering with tech companies, CMS will test the use of modern tools, such as artificial intelligence, to reduce unnecessary or low-value services that drive up costs and pose
Production Legal Services | Founders Film Initiative
Production Legal Services | Founders Film Initiative by Beth B. Moore
Production Legal Services | Founders Film Initiative
July 7, 2025
Founders Legal Launches ‘Founders Film Initiative’ to Bring Accessible Legal Support to the Entertainment Industry
Founders Film Initiative: A New Model for Legal Clarity in Film & TV Production
Producers and creative teams now