Two women who accused former George Mason University law professor Joshua Wright of sexual misconduct have alleged that Wright’s $108 million defamation lawsuit against them is a punitive measure. Speaking in a Virginia court, they claimed the lawsuit aims to publicly shame, harass, and detrimentally impact their professional lives. The parties involved in the litigation…
Several prominent legal firms like Watson Farley & Williams, Yoon & Yang, and City-Yuwa are bolstering their international arbitration teams in Asia with the addition of cross-border hires. The move comes as international arbitration becomes increasingly important for corporations dealing with disputes across global boundaries, especially in fast-growing economic regions like Asia. However, while this…
In a California federal court on Tuesday, a man on trial as an accessory in a fatal 2020 courthouse shooting offered insight into the fearful events of that night. The individual, facing charges for allegedly driving the getaway vehicle, labeled the shooter—a heavily armed figure who ended the life of a federal courthouse security guard—as…
In a considerably unorthodox move within the comic industry, comics creator Bill Willingham has released his copyrights for one of his popular series into the public domain. His decision underscores a growing pressure faced by creators in recent years, as publishers increasingly expect them to relinquish influence over their intellectual property rights. This decision, described…
In recent developments concerning the legal facets of COVID-19 vaccination policies, a federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit lodged by a former New York state judge against the New York State Unified Court System. The basis of the dismissal cites a lack of adequate evidence to support the allegations made by the plaintiff of…
In a complex and ongoing dispute, Alabama voters have turned to the justices of the Supreme Court, encouraging them to remain involved in a disagreement concerning the state’s congressional map. Alabama’s request to the Supreme Court was to temporarily postpone lower-court rulings which suggested that a map, newly established this year, likely infringes upon the…
In a recent civil lawsuit filed in Florida, an e-cigarette company has lodged accusations against a business competitor for purportedly sabotaging its professional association with rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine. Spelled out in the legal complaint, , the plaintiff alleges that their competitor offered a cash incentive to the rapper’s girlfriend as a strategic move to exploit…
A little more than a year after launching a successful drug for people living with Type 2 diabetes, pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly & Co., known for their billion-dollar therapeutics, initiated a string of lawsuits. This legal action, which unfolded on Tuesday, saw the drug company file claims against a range of entities including spas and…
A New York federal judge recently approved to dismiss a lawsuit against model Hailey Bieber, who was previously accused of infringing a fashion brand’s trademarks with her skin care line, Rhode. The case dismissal comes in light of the parties making progress towards a settlement agreement. It appears that the main points of this agreement…
Eugene Scalia, offspring of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, is slated to make his initial appearance before the Supreme Court. The literal and figurative case in point involves defending a victory secured by UBS AG against accusations of retaliation towards a purported whistleblower. His respective role will entail providing oral arguments in a…
In a recent ruling, the full Fourth Circuit has declined to revisit a decision of a split panel displaying their support for a Virginia federal court order. This particular court order determined that an Atlantan hotel and real estate developer must pay $48 million to an engineering firm for using the same name. This occurred…
On Tuesday, Merck & Co. Inc. came under severe criticism from the AARP, Democratic lawmakers, and leading physician groups for its challenge to the Medicare drug price negotiation program. The critics dismissed Merck’s constitutional arguments, asserting that the pharmaceutical giant is attempting to undermine a program designed to enhance drug access and slash federal expenditure.Law360…
The Brook House Inquiry, chaired by Kate Eves, revealed numerous cases of human rights abuses in the UK’s Brook House Immigration Removal Centre. Conducted to assess incidents between April and August 2017, the investigation uncovered 19 instances of mistreatment contravening Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights. Evident violations included exposing detained individuals…
The third week of September 2023 provided several noteworthy legal developments that may be of interest to legal professionals. A key ruling emerged from the U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago, centering on a disability accommodation, discrimination, and related claims case. The lower court’s dismissal of the case involving an Indiana hospital department…
As part of their ongoing efforts towards pay equity, the New York State Department of Labor has proposed new regulations regarding pay transparency. These proposed regulations, released on September 13, 2023, aim to add more clarity to the stipulation requiring employers to state the pay range in job postings. The new motion is part of…
On June 1, 2023, European patent law experienced a significant development with the inception of the new European Unified Patent Court (UPC). The UPC now makes enforcement of European patents in its 17 contract member states achievable with one single action [see source]. This is the sixth part of a series of articles that aim…
The question of whether a Workers’ Compensation Claimant is entitled to Temporary Total Indemnity Benefits after retirement in Connecticut has recently come under the spotlight and has important implications for legal professionals and employers alike. As a critical consideration, the key takeaways from Section 31-307 (a) of the Connecticut General Statutes point out certain prerequisites…
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act was enacted in 2020, and fundamentally adjusted how beneficiaries of inherited retirement accounts must withdraw these funds. A striking effect of the Act is that it has made it more challenging for individuals to pass on their retirement savings to heirs without incurring a tax…
With the forthcoming 2024 U.S. Presidential elections, the cyber threat landscape has started to draw significant attention. An increasing concern being focused upon is the role of deepfakes, which is adding a new degree of complexity to political warfare and misinformation campaigns. As political campaigning intensifies, voters may find it challenging to distinguish between authentic…
As many legal professionals are aware, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to withdraw its relief measures related to the European Union’s Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (“MiFID II”) is causing uncertainty for research providers and users of such services. This is due to the changes brought about by MiFID II, which…
For broadcast stations, the 2023 Third Quarter Issues/Programs List Advisory is an important date to mark. The next Quarterly Issues/Programs List (known as “Quarterly List”) needs to be placed in stations’ Public Inspection Files by October 10, 2023. This list will reflect information pertinent to the months of July, August, and September 2023. This directive…
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) convened for its second annual conference on September 14th, offering valuable insight into critical developments that influence CFIUS’s operations. The event represented a singular occasion to partake in candid discussions among senior government officials and eminent legal practitioners. One of the attendees was Chris Griner,…
The landscape of noncompete laws around the United States continues to evolve as states increasingly enforce regulatory changes with respect to these provisions. This article will delve into the recent changes that have come into play, particularly those that further restrict these provisions. New laws have recently been enacted across various states, indicating an increased…
IRS Notice 2023-63, published on September 8, 2023, presents extensive, and somewhat contentious, guidelines on the capitalization and amortization of research and experimentation expenses under section 174. The notice is likely to evoke substantial discussion and commentary within the legal and business communities, given its broad implications on R&D tax relief for major corporations and…
In an interesting turn of events, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has reversed its previous decision that rejected a Catholic health care group’s attempt to register the term “IMPACT.” The term applies mainly to charitable measures and a website aimed at providing medical information to the public. However, the Board did put a…