In the recent intellectual property dispute involving a San Francisco software company and the owner of numerous router patents, the patent holder has rebutted arguments over their claim to the contentious intellectual property. The company’s assertions that the patent holder doesn’t have rightful ownership of the infringing technology were dismissed by the latter as being…
US-Russian journalist Alsu Kurmasheva was arrested in Russia this Wednesday due to failing to register as a “foreign agent.” Kurmasheva, who writes for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) and holds dual citizenship for both Russia and the United States, travelled to Russia in May following a family emergency. As per the details provided by RFE/RL,…
The United States Second Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower District court’s ruling against Colony Grill Inc., amidst an ongoing trademark infringement dispute on Thursday, 19th October, 2023. The Connecticut-based Pizzeria’s preliminary injunction request was denied, reaffirming the District court’s decision that Colony Grill Inc. would not face any irreversible damages if a franchise…
Paramount Pictures and CBS are involved in a legal battle concerning unlicensed usage of Star Trek’s intellectual property. The two companies have filed a petition in the Los Angeles Superior Court, affirming they seek a $292,000 arbitration award against Axanar Productions and Alec Peters. According to the entertainment giants, Axanar Productions and Alec Peters, producers…
In a recent ruling, the U.S. Federal Circuit found that U.S. District Judge Alan Albright accurately declared a WSOU Investments patent, which had been raised against Google’s Nest products, as indefinite. However, the circuit court also noted that Judge Albright made an error in invalidating another WSOU patent aimed at Google’s Pixel 4 smartphone. The…
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has chosen a promising associate from Jones Day to serve as the state’s next solicitor general. This individual has gained credible experience through their time as a law clerk in various federal courts, which include the distinguished U.S. Supreme Court and the D.C. Circuit. Jones Day, a global law firm…
In a clash between US prosecutors and former president Donald Trump, arguments surrounding immunity against charges have emerged as a key point of contention. The charges in question revolve around allegations that Trump conspired to obstruct the 2020 election. Trump’s legal team is asserting a dismissal of the conspiracy charges, contending that his post-election activities,…
In a recent development, tech giant Meta, along with its WhatsApp and Instagram units, have overcome a patent infringement lawsuit in Delaware. The allegation – that the technology allowing users to reply to an individual within group chats was stolen – was dismissed with prejudice by a federal judge. The case, lodged against Meta, was…
The ongoing patent infringement dispute between two leading chipmakers, is set to advance to its next stage. The first jury selection for the upcoming three trials between NXP and Impinj is due to take place in Waco, Texas. This development positions Texas as the third court this year to preside over their drawn-out battle concerning…
The ongoing disciplinary action against John Eastman, former lawyer to Donald Trump, has brought together a network of character witnesses, who have held up Eastman as a man of integrity. Among the figures speaking out in defense of the attorney are a Trinity Law professor and former student of Eastman, according to an article published…
The latest restrictions on semiconductor exports to China have been carefully crafted by the Biden administration, striking a tense balance between industry critiques and emerging national security concerns. As reported by Jennifer Doherty of Law360, these updated rules pose as both innovative tools and potential pitfalls for global chipmakers, prompting for a recalibration of strategies…
Intel Corporation has recently appealed to a federal judge in California seeking a favorable ruling in a patent dispute with licensing company VLSI, with a total value nearing $900 million. The case is due to go to trial in March next year. VLSI, known for their hardware and software solutions, has made claims against Intel…
In an ongoing disbarment trial, attorney John Eastman’s team has been engaged in a struggle to introduce expert testimony challenging the legitimacy of the 2020 US elections. The testimony in question comes from a statistician who has questioned the accuracy of the election results, a core component of Eastman’s defense strategy. This evidence, if admitted,…
Asylum seekers who refuse to be housed on the Bibby Stockholm residential barge, a controversial decision upheld by the UK High Court, now face strict repercussions from the UK Home Office. As reported by Jurist, the Home Office’s new guidelines focus on cutting support for the resistant asylum seekers. Per these recently announced procedures, should…
Shon Hopwood, a Georgetown Law professor, has been arrested on accusations of domestic violence and is currently awaiting trial according to a report. In other news, a member of the music group Fugees is making arguments for a retrial due to an alleged mishap involving the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by his attorney. Further…
The Australian workplace safety regulatory agency, WorkSafe, announced on Thursday that Court Services Victoria (CSV) was convicted and fined in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court for failing to provide and maintain a safe workplace. CSV, the body in charge of Victoria’s court system, pleaded guilty to the offence and was fined $379,157 by WorkSafe. The allegations…
An interesting development emerged recently in the music industry’s legal scene. An unprecedented legal battle involving Spanish guitarist and the famed British rock band, The Rolling Stones was brought to a decisive end. The bone of contentment was a copyright lawsuit, wherein the guitarist claimed to have influenced The Rolling Stones’ pandemic-era record “Living in…
In a recent article published on Above the Law, attention was drawn to a number of legal issues that have piqued the interest of professionals in the field. An intriguing case was highlighted where a member of the music group, The Fugees, has argued that his lawyer’s use of artificial intelligence should warrant him a…
In a recent report released by the National Association for Law Placement, it was unveiled that law school graduates are currently experiencing historic employment rates. The data points explicitly to last year’s cohort, the law school class of 2022. The intriguing bit is that these rates are not just impressive, they represent the highest employment…
The mass exodus of workers from various industries during the height of the pandemic, dubbed the ‘Great Resignation,’ seems to have trickled up to the highest ranks of corporations. While most workers have begun to stabilize, CEOs have found themselves in the midst of an unexpected flurry of resignations. This year, up until September, over…
In a key development that is sure to interest legal professionals, Sony’s appeal to relocate an intellectual property case from Texas to California has been denied by the Federal Circuit. The suit alleges that Sony has infringed a range of patents through its PlayStation 4 console. According to the court, the original jurisdiction properly evaluated…
In a recent development of a trade secrets dispute between Versata Software Inc. and Ford Motor Co., a Michigan federal judge denied a request for an injunction instigated by the software firm. Versata had sought the injunction to prevent Ford from using what it claimed were its stolen trade secrets. Judge Linda V. Parker, presiding…
Amid the unpredictable nature of life, the University of Akron School of Law introduces a touch of certainty to prospective law students who are Ohio residents. Known as the Akron Law Ohio Guarantee, a newly-announced initiative would guarantee admission to the J.D. program for any Ohio resident who meets certain academic qualifications. By achieving a…
Indeed, the digital sphere is dynamically evolving and so are the laws that govern it. In a recent discussion, Olivier Guersent, the EU’s Director-General of Competition, provides his insights into the innovative approaches being undertaken in European digital policy. David Foster, a director at Frontier Economics, reinforces the breadth of these changes. His company, working…
Rutgers Law School recently received a largesse from The Stephanie and Harold Krieger Charitable Trust to the tune of $6.5 million, the second largest donation in the institution’s history. This substantial contribution is intended to bolster the school’s legal clinics, specifically creating a new study arena dedicated to the champion of women’s legal rights. Set…