In a significant development within the U.S. legal industry, six attorneys from leading law firm Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP have recently joined Arnold & Porter. The new hires have been incorporated into Arnold & Porter’s product liability litigation practice group and will enhance the firm’s operating capacity in its Washington, D.C., and Houston offices….
Two students from Yale Law School have made the decision to drop the final claim in their lawsuit against the university. The claim detailed allegations that the university had purposely blocked them from potential professional opportunities as a form of retaliation. The students refused to assist the school’s investigation into Amy Chua, a former professor….
Noted for its robust defence of press freedom in India, the Editors Guild of India found support from a somewhat unexpected quarter recently, in a legal case that has far-reaching implications for journalism in the country. Taking serious note of the charges levelled against four members of the guild by Manipur Police, the India Supreme…
John Eastman stood resolute in his statements on the final day of his California disbarment trial, maintaining the notion of manipulated electronic voting machines as an “open question”. Despite the considerable lack of substantiating evidence, Eastman continues to question the integrity of vote tallying during the 2020 United States presidential election. In what was his…
In a recent legal turn of events, the Third Circuit has given a ruling that could be of significant interest to legal professionals in the corporate sector, especially those dealing with intellectual property rights. The case invloved a candy manufacturer who sought to block competitors from producing and selling wedge-shaped candies that resemble a slice…
In a recent legal update, a New York federal judge has made a significant decision in a trademark infringement dispute between two art galleries. The judge has dismissed claims of trademark dilution and deceptive practices, while allowing allegations of unfair competition and bad faith claims to continue. This development further diminished the size of the…
On Thursday, 13 presidential centers in the US jointly emphasized the importance of adherence to the rule of law and democratic principles in a newly released statement. In the wake of the many challenges confronting global democracy, the organizations underlined the need for peaceful civil discourse on political matters. The statement stressed, “We, the undersigned,…
In a closely observed development in the world of gene technology, a Delaware federal judge has ruled against Seattle-based NanoString Technologies Inc. in a patent infringement dispute with competitor 10x Genomics. The judge denied NanoString’s bid to argue that the patent claims are too indefinite be legally protected. As the latest turn in this high-stakes…
In a key development reframing the legal landscape, the D.C. Court of Appeals has breathed new life into a defamation suit against Sidley Austin. The court made this critical decision by finding that certain discovery limitations encompassed within the D.C.’s 2010 Anti-SLAPP Act contravene federal rules of civil procedure, and infringe upon the district’s Home…
As companies expand their operations, considerations around legal compliance with various state leave laws becomes an important matter, particularly with respect to school-activity leave laws. Clarifying the intricacies of these laws can ensure you navigate the terrain with minimal disruption. The issue of school-activity leave laws differs significantly between states, making it a challenge for…
The fitness for service of Federal Circuit Judge Pauline Newman, a matter under scrutiny by her peers, has been affirmed by a forensic psychiatrist. According to an evaluation provided by the psychiatric professional, Judge Newman shows no signs of mental disability that could potentially impede her duties as a member of the bench. These findings…
The Federal Circuit recently reviewed an appeal from patent licensing company, Ikorongo Technology LLC, challenging U.S. District Judge Alan Albright’s ruling which invalidated the firm’s previously reissued patents in an intellectual property dispute against Bumble and other tech firms specializing in location-tracking systems. This case has brought the seldom enforced “Original Patent” requirement to the…
In a recent article published on JD Supra, authors Lynda A. Bennett and Eric Jesse from Lowenstein Sandler LLP, eradicated common misconceptions surrounding Reps & Warranties Insurance (RWI). Despite its growing popularity, ill-informed notions about this insurance product persistently weave themselves into legal conversations. One widely held belief is that RWI is an expensive, unsuitable…
In a recent legal development, a federal judge in Colorado has dismissed a lawsuit by Frida Kahlo Corp. and Kidrobot LLC. The companies had taken to the courts to seek confirmation that Kidrobot did not have to purchase a copyright license from Artists Rights Society Inc. to use a depiction of Frida Kahlo’s famed painting…
In a recent episode of “Real Talk”, renowned legal professionals opened a vibrant discussion with someone remarkably eminent in her field, Deirdre Stanley. She is the Executive Vice President and General Counsel of The Estée Lauder Companies and has cultivated an illustrious career path filled with inspired decisions and meaningful influence. The conversation brought insight…
In a recent precedential opinion, the Federal Circuit reviewed the case of VOLVO PENTA v. BRUNSWICK CORP, casting a spotlight on the importance of balanced and fair arguments when it comes to defending patent owner’s rights. The court’s decision can contribute significantly in shaping the patent domain’s future landscape. The Court, with judges Moore, Lourie,…
Recent inside news from Gunderson shows what seems to be a correlation between work culture and the firm’s presence on ‘Above the Law’ (ATL). Various important aspects straddling around the summer associate program, changes in diversity fellowship criteria, and notably, the status of job security are being ushured to be worthwhile to dig into. Starting…
In a bid to encourage the widespread adoption of its new Copilot AI software, technology behemoth Microsoft has assured its commercial users that it will shoulder any potential legal expenses if they face accusations of copyright infringement pertaining to the use of the software or its generated outputs. This commitment came to light through statements…
Microsoft has taken a decisive step to tackle the legal implications of using its new Copilot AI software. In a recent announcement, a senior legal representative from the company declared that Microsoft will comprehensively cover any potential copyright infringement legal costs borne by commercial users of Copilot. This move comes as another reinforcement of Microsoft’s…
In a significant development, biochemical company Amyris Inc. received judicial approval to reimburse attorney fees, up to an amount of $750,000, for an ad hoc group of creditors. This group holds close to $450 million of Amyris’ unsecured debt. The approval came from a Delaware bankruptcy judge on Thursday. Not much more information is currently…
In a recent development, President Biden’s upcoming judicial nominees are expected to provoke controversy among certain groups within the legal community, notably those of Ilya Shaprio’s persuasion. Details are available in an extensive article featured on Above the Law. Meanwhile, the legal technology sector continues to innovate, demonstrated by the American Legal Technology Awards. Reportedly,…
Legal professionals tend to immerse themselves in fact-based realities; operations, regulations, and codes of conduct are all grounded in hard-set truths. Yet, every once in a while, a dip into the world of legal fiction can offer an intriguing perspective on “alternative” legal practice who push the boundaries far beyond what any ethical committee would…
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis made it known that she will not back down to opposition from Representative Jim Jordan. On August 24, Jordan, the House Judiciary Committee chair, voiced his skepticism towards Willis’s motivation for indicting President Donald Trump and 18 co-conspirators for their attempts to disrupt the 2020 presidential election process in…
In an ongoing legal dispute, Reed Smith, Miami-based litigation firm, has procured a victory for Brazilian non-lethal weapons manufacturer, Condor. Condor was sued by the Bolivian government, the claim stating that the Brazilian company was complicit in a bribery scheme through a third-party vendor. The scheme was allegedly maintaining the production of tear gas and…
In a recent legal development, the Ninth Circuit on Thursday denied a case revival request from two military contractors accusing the U.S. Air Force of misappropriation of trade secrets. The dispute involves designs for an aerial firefighting tank system that the contractors acquired from a bankrupt colleague. According to the contractors, the designs they procured,…