A recent report by REDRESS and the Clooney Foundation exposed a drift of the UK from its historical commitment to international justice. The report persuasively argued for the reform of existent laws to foster greater universal jurisdiction, which would pave the way for more international human rights violations claims in the UK. The report shed…
In the unfolding saga of John Eastman’s California disbarment trial, a heated exchange took place on Tuesday. The judge overseeing the case questioned the importance of an unadopted resolution concerning the 2020 Presidential election. The resolution in question was presented to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives by allies of the former U.S. President Donald Trump….
Medical device company AliveCor Inc. has formally requested a California federal judge to halt an infringement lawsuit filed by tech giant Apple. The lawsuit has been instigated based on pending patent disputes that exist between the two companies. The ongoing dispute is a prominent one, as it also encompasses the future of Apple Watch imports…
In a key ruling by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), the major claims of a Roku Inc. remote control programming patent have been deemed invalid due to their ‘obvious’ nature. Notably, this finding aligns with a conclusion drawn one year earlier by the U.S. International Trade Commission. The patent in dispute was challenged…
Baker McKenzie, seeking to revitalize its largest North American office with emerging talent, has welcomed a new transactional partner to its team. The renowned law firm recruited Erika Lopez, an up-and-coming attorney formerly with Kirkland & Ellis in Chicago. Lopez’s experience in deal-making, particularly with a cross-border focus and a specific interest in Latin America,…
Keith Griffin, a former attorney at the law firm Girardi Keese, has recently defended his role concerning the litigation related to the Lion Air disaster in spring 2020. Speaking through his counsel at the California State Bar Court, Griffin clarified that he was not part of the decision at the time to misrepresent facts to…
Proskauer Rose LLP, a multinational law firm, and its former chief operating officer are reportedly making “significant progress” in negotiating a potential settlement. The firm previously sued the executive, accusing him of stealing trade secrets. A sense of optimism surrounds the proceedings, with predictions indicating a resolution could be reached within a month’s time, as…
Significant developments are in the works in the legal dispute between Proskauer Rose LLP and its former Chief Operating Officer as both parties have reportedly made substantial progress in negotiating a potential settlement. The law firm’s suit accuses the executive of misappropriation of trade secrets, adding another facet to the ongoing complexities involved in intellectual…
Mark Meadows, who served as the final chief of staff to former President Donald Trump, was granted immunity from prosecution in the ongoing election-interference investigation against Trump, as reported by Bloomberg Government. As per the same report, Meadows already testified before a grand jury that is currently examining evidence. The information, as detailed by an…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has taken an interest in the methods utilized by federally recognized tribal nations and their attorneys to safeguard their genetic resources, traditional knowledge, and traditional cultural expressions. The Office, last Tuesday, conveyed its intent to inquire into the protective measures in place within these communities. While the motivations behind…
Tensions are mounting in a Texas federal court case involving IP firm Ramey LLP and tech giants, Microsoft. In a recent development, Ramey LLP has urged the judge to deny Microsoft’s plea for attorney fees and sanctions against the firm. This request is based on the assertion that the ongoing patent infringement case lacked extraordinary…
The Federal Circuit has validated the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s invalidation of a Masimo Corp. medical alarm system patent. This ruling marks the conclusion of a series of patent reviews wherein Sotera Wireless took on the task of challenging eight different patents held by Masimo. All of these patent challenges, it turns out, were…
In an interesting turn of events, a startup that was backed by venture capital has taken the lead in filing patent applications for novel COVID-19 diagnostic techniques. The company, which was established by a former Facebook executive during the initial stages of the pandemic, outshone corporate behemoths like Abbott Laboratories and Siemens in this particular…
In an interesting turn of events, the Eighth Circuit has upheld a lower court’s decision that disallowed a law firm’s attempt to disqualify an expert in a suit. The suit in question was brought forward by the firm alleging harassment due to its representation of a patent owner in an infringement litigation case. The court…
In recent legal news, an important decision in the Eighth Circuit court has thrown light on the issue of conflict of interest during litigation representation. The court successfully upheld a previous lower court’s ruling which denied a law firm’s appeal to disqualify an expert witness in a suit. The suit had alleged that the law…
In a recent ruling, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), a key player in the adjudication of patent validity, determined Apple and Samsung’s argument compelling enough to invalidate several claims in two wireless device patents held by Smart Mobile Technologies. The PTAB found these claims to be glaringly apparent in the field, thereby ruling…
In a continued legal conflict surrounding patent disputes, Google has once again managed to successfully invalidate a personal-organizer patent challenged by the company. The U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board has deemed all the claims of this particular patent to be “invalid as obvious”. This ruling comes over a year after a previous decision made…
Last night, Donald Trump’s legal team submitted three motions to dismiss his election interference case currently at the federal court in DC. An additional motion was filed to remove references to the events of January 6, 2021, from the indictment. The first motion argues that Trump cannot be accused of conspiring to defraud the United…
While avoiding significant legal repercussions in the form of imprisonment is undeniably a relief for any defendant, the aftermath can often bring a host of other daunting challenges. In the cutthroat world of law firms and globally-renowned corporations, penalties unrelated to jail time could still significantly tarnish a legal professional’s reputation, potentially requiring them to…
In a recent legal development, a Jewish group based in Massachusetts was awarded a $594,000 default win against a food products company. The case involved the alleged misuse of the group’s trademark to market hummus as “kosher”, evaluating the claim that the product contained non-kosher ingredients. This decision underlines the significant legal consequences for businesses…
To tackle the growing complexity of European regulation and compliance issues, top law firms are realizing that a strong legal team, while vital, is no longer sufficient in isolation. Firms such as Jones Day, Stephenson Harwood, and August Debouzy, are transitioning towards a multidisciplinary approach to their tackling of these issues. These firms have started…
Britain’s presence in the Indo-Pacific is “limited” and its strategy is “unclear” in the face of potential conflict with China over Taiwan, according to a new report from the UK’s Defence Committee. The report, published on Monday, stated that without a significant commitment of new defense spending, equipment, and personnel, the UK will be unable…
In a fascinating intersection of legal and American history, auction-goers and law enthusiasts have the opportunity to bid on a piece of Supreme Court history. The handwritten notes of John Quincy Adams are going under the hammer. Known for leading a distinguished legal career before becoming the 6th president of the United States, Adams’s notes…
An Arizona-based manufacturer of engine components and fuel systems for outdoor tools and recreational vehicles has sued global automotive parts manufacturer First Brands Group and a number of its affiliates. The suit was filed in Delaware’s Court of Chancery late Monday. The manufacturer is seeking to prevent potential damage to its brand due to what…
John Eastman, a prominent conservative law professor, has vehemently defended his role as one of Donald Trump’s post-election attorneys. Eastman argued against the disciplinary charges leveled against him that could potentially cost him his law license. According to Eastman, these charges are premised on inaccurate accusations. Furthermore, he asserted that the California State Bar overlooked…