Controlled Substance Ordering System (CSOS) applications and Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS) applications have seen a surge in use over the last decade. Traditionally, these technological advancements were seen as the panacea for the security risks that have typically affected DEA Forms 222 and paper prescriptions. However, recent developments suggest that it’s more critical…
Understanding the ranking of law firms is crucial for any legal professional. Rankings such as ALM’s premiere rankings or the American Lawyer’s 2023 list serve as a testament to a firm’s reputation and prowess. The influence of these ranks comes from various aspects, from digital marketing strategies like SEO and high-quality content creation to technical…
For individuals who might not be current with recent legal developments, a trend review of the latest buzz in the profession on Law360 has highlighted the most popular expert analyses, and law firms making waves this past week. Law360 is known for being a resource hub, providing comprehensive coverage across more than 60 subjects from…
On Friday, French prosecutors announced a court referral regarding an investigation into former French President Nicolas Sarkozy’s alleged involvement with Libyan financiers. Sarkozy, along with his twelve co-defendants, are set to stand trial on corruption and illegal financing charges in 2025. The decision to refer Sarkozy to criminal court was endorsed by two financial judges….
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Moderna Inc. have recently agreed to a final judgment of noninfringement in relation to a lawsuit brought forth by Alnylam. The lawsuit accused Moderna of using patented biotechnology for its Spikevax coronavirus vaccine. This judgment follows a ruling on claim construction by a Delaware federal judge, a ruling that Alnylam has…
The New York State Office of the Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG) has recently proposed sweeping adjustments to the regulatory regulations presiding over compliance programs. These changes are set to impact entities receiving substantial Medicaid revenue. The modifications suggest an increase from a threshold of $500,000 to $1 million. As a refresher, every Medicaid provider in…
Next Monday marks the start of strike authorization votes by the 85,000 members of the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions. Voting is expected to continue until September 13. The coalition, which accounts for half of Kaiser Permanente’s workforce, has raised concerns over the healthcare system’s unhurried attitude in addressing their grievances and offering an acceptable…
In a latest episode of the podcast Illumination Zone, Tom Kemp, renowned author, technologist, policy advisor, and investor, joined hosts Kaylee and Mary for an insightful discussion. This episode, titled Illumination Zone: Episode 138, saw Kemp discuss various aspects of big data, artificial intelligence, the role of big tech, privacy issues, and the increasing influence…
A Maryland federal judge denied on Thursday a request from parents to ‘opt-out’ their children from LGBTQ+ history and topics education. The case, Mahmoud v. McKnight, involved three families with elementary-aged children who objected on religious grounds to the use of storybooks featuring LGBTQ+ characters in the Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) system. The lawsuit…
In a blow to lawyer John Eastman, both requests that aimed to postpone his California disbarment trial or discourage the participation of a legal scholar’s damning testimony were refuted by the presiding judge on Friday. Despite Eastman’s legal compass pointing towards a criminal indictment in Georgia, the disbarment proceedings in California refuse to divert their…
Hip hop artist Future recently emerged victorious in a lawsuit claiming his 2018 song “When I Think About It” had infringed upon a track by a Virginia rapper, titled “When U Think About It”. The dispute was settled by an Illinois federal judge on Friday who determined that despite the similar themes and lyrics of…
Following the recent patent infringement trial, Elysium Health is now obligated to compensate W.R. Grace. The court case, held at a Delaware federal court, was based around the infringement of W.R. Grace’s patents, relating to its Tru Niagen brand of vitamin B3 supplements. The jury, having reached their verdict last Friday, agreed that Elysium Health…
In a recent ruling, a Montana federal judge dismissed a malicious prosecution claim lodged against firearm manufacturer, Proof Research Inc. This claim followed a multi-year trademark dispute concerning a rifle barrel with competitor, McGowen Precision Barrels. Key to the dismissal was an inadvertently disclosed email which was deemed protected under attorney-client privilege. This is a…
In an unfortunate lapse of response, two bar owners in Texas found themselves forfeiting $21,800 following a default judgement last Friday. At the heart of the matter was an allegation against the bar for improperly hosting a broadcast of the 2019 boxing match between Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Sergey Kovalev. As they failed to answer…
In a recent development, North Carolina has requested a federal court to dismiss new copyright claims stemming from a lawsuit presented by a photographer. The plaintiff alleges that a state agency violated his rights by unlawfully using his images and videos of Blackbeard’s famed shipwreck. In response, North Carolina has vigorously argued that it has…
In a decisive move from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, a decision from the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) refusing to reassess a network protection patent belonging to Centripetal Networks has been overruled. The head of the office mandated that the PTAB examine the patent issue anew, offering Centripetal Networks another opportunity to…
Huawei and ADVA, two leading telecommunications companies, have mutually agreed to dismiss a contentious lawsuit pending in the Eastern District of Texas. The litigation had alleged that Huawei, a Chinese firm currently under sanctions, was demanding what was perceived as remarkably high royalty rates to license key international telecommunications patents. The lawsuit had even alluded…
Legal representatives for eight of the ten victims who tragically died in a seaplane crash near Seattle last year have taken legal action, pursuing wrongful death complaints. These lawsuits have been filed in a Washington state court against the plane’s manufacturer, De Havilland Aircraft of Canada, and a charter plane company also implicated in the…
As recently reported, a jury from the Western District of Texas has exonerated U.S. Well Services LLC of accusations that they infringed upon three hydraulic fracturing patents. These patents, it should be noted, are owned by Halliburton Energy Services Inc., a competing firm in the oilfield services sector. The ruling follows a heated legal battle…
In a development that could signal critical implications for pharmaceutical licensing in the United States, a D.C. Circuit panel declined to reinvigorate a lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that pointed its crosshairs at an opioid medication settlement between Endo Pharmaceuticals and Impax. The dispute originated over the license Endo Pharmaceuticals granted to Impax,…
In recent legal news, a troubling trend highlights how some lower court judges are getting in significant trouble for their online behavior. A particular case revolves around a judge under intense scrutiny due to inappropriate Facebook comments. This has escalated into a harsh lesson about professional decorum and judicial expectations, regardless of courtroom hierarchy. The…
In a recent ruling, the Fifth Circuit court decided that a Munich Re unit is not liable for coverage to three strip clubs who face more than $1.4 million in damages. The charges stem from the unauthorized use of images of 16 professional models in advertising. The court’s determination centered around two exclusions in the…
In a recent development, Liberty University has requested a Virginia federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit lodged by the estate and son of its founder, Jerry L. Falwell. The lawsuit in question relates to the use of Falwell’s trademark and image. The university has termed this suit as “legally deficient” alleging that it cannot move…
A former law professor at George Mason University, Joshua D. Wright, has recently filed a significant $108 million lawsuit against two women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. The women, both of whom have acquired their J.D. degrees from the same university, accused Wright of exploiting his position of power and demanding sexual favors….
Undoubtedly, the American Lawyer’s Midlevel Associates Survey is closely monitored by legal professionals across the world, even more so by those involved in large law firms. Its rankings serve as a key indicator of industry performance, and to be placed favorably in this survey is widely considered a significant achievement. In a recent update from…