The power of storytelling in the legal profession, particularly amongst women, is gaining recognition with evidence showing it can inspire change and support others in their career progression. This narrative was echoed in a recent conversation with a senior female lawyer who ascended to the ranks of partner while on maternity leave, a feat she…
The National Labor Relations Board’s new rule for determining whether two businesses jointly employ the same employees looks set to face major challenges, both from litigation and on Capitol Hill. Outlined in the regulation is a directive which establishes joint employers as entities who share liability for unfair labor practices, and have obligations to negotiate…
The escalating expenses of legal tech is a growing concern affecting law firms and corporations globally. A remarkable Law.com report draws attention to some key issues surrounding this rise. As the report, titled “Legal Careers of Parents and Child Caregivers”, points out, working mothers and caregivers in the legal field face a unique set of…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed criminal complaints against House impeachment managers for releasing his home address. According to Bloomberg Law, Paxton threatened to file these complaints in the home counties of all 12 House impeachment managers. This came in response to his Austin address being made public in an exhibit dump. Despite the…
The yearly bonus season in the world of big law may not have too many picturesque displays this year, as firms are expected to soon announce additional pay for associates. While it is anticipated that top firms will likely follow the same bonus scale from the previous two years, reaching up to $115,000 for the…
In an unusual turn of events, each of the seven cases scheduled to be heard during the Supreme Court’s November session, beginning Oct. 30, will see representation by a separate attorney from the US Solicitor General’s Office. This approach reflects a notable spread of work across the team at the Solicitor General’s office. Solicitor General…
When it comes to achieving business goals, there’s no such thing as luck. Success is the result of dedicated years of planning, focusing on specific objectives, and cultivating relationships. By methodically combining insight and targeted measures, attorneys have the capability to form effective business development strategies that convert their goals into reality. Business development is…
The recent settlement between Netflix Inc. and SK Broadband Inc. (SKB) over network usage fees may set a global precedent for other ongoing fair proceedings in countries like the United States, India, Thailand, Indonesia, the Caribbean, and Brazil. This five-year dispute is considered a bellwether case, and its resolution might influence other similar telecom disputes….
Law firms, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP and Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP, revealed they have decided to terminate discussions over a prospective union, concluding that it “was not the right path.” As reported by Law360, both establishments confirmed the cessation of dialogue on Thursday. This announcement comes amid a turbulent period for law…
A California federal judge recently displayed skepticism towards a retrial request by purchasers of HIV medication. The request followed the absolution of Gilead Sciences and Teva Pharmaceuticals from allegations of contriving an illegal agreement to postpone the release of generic equivalents of their drugs. The judge suggested that any issues pertaining to the jury’s adherence…
A recent legal action has seen a cannabinoid producer filing allegations against a firm related to billionaire venture capitalist, L. John Doerr. The lending practices of Doerr’s company are under examination as they are accused of intentional bankruptcy manipulation against biotech corporation Amyris Inc. According to the lawsuit, the venture capitalist firm’s objective was to…
A December 2024 trial date has been scheduled for current and former college athletes to challenge the NCAA and its major conferences. This legal proceeding stems from allegations that athletes were uncompensated for payments authorized by the U.S. Supreme Court in its Alston decision. This recent verdict has been pivotal to the claims and the…
In a recent legal lens into the nascent world of nonfungible tokens (NFTs), a California federal judge has awarded Yuga Labs, an NFT studio, a sum of nearly $1.6 million. The payout from the lawsuit comes following allegations against a duo who supposedly sold copycat tokens infringing on Yuga Labs’ prominent Bored Ape Yacht Club…
In a recent development involving Apple and medical technology firm AliveCor, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) made a significant finding. The Board concluded that ten claims made by AliveCor in relation to a heart monitor patent were in fact invalid. AliveCor’s appeals were not completely in vain, however, as three of their claims…
In a recent legal update surrounding FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, new developments shed light on his upcoming trial testimony. At a hearing last Thursday, Bankman-Fried’s responses were characterized as evasive and rambling during the government questioning session. This incident is expected to serve as a preview of what could be a contentious cross-examination in front…
As amidst an ocean of professional triumphs and fluctuations, personal stories occasionally surface, shaking the legal community to its core. This was particularly true in the case of Kieran Donovan, a former Latham partner who shared his personal trauma, sending ripples through a profession traditionally known for its steel-lined composure. Donovan, whose story caught me…
An ongoing legal controversy involving U.K. banking magnate HSBC and a contested claim of $1 billion for alleged improper use of confidential information surrounding the division of the collapsed Silicon Valley Bank is slated to go before a federal judge in San Francisco later this week. This case, along with other significant intellectual property matters,…
Emcure, an Indian pharmaceutical giant, once again requested the dismissal of a $950 million trade secrets lawsuit lodged by Seattle-based biotech company HDT Bio Corp., during a proceeding on Thursday. Emcure contended that HDT’s claim alleging the theft of trade secrets is a duplication of a concurrent arbitration process in London. The substantial lawsuit stems…
In a recent legal development, Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP has been disqualified from acting as litigation counsel for the unsecured creditors committee in the ongoing Chapter 11 case of mortgage lender AmeriFirst Financial. The ruling was issued by a Delaware judge underpinning that Kasowitz had previously represented the debtor in related legal disputes involving a…
A trademark lawsuit between two major producers of medical lasers, known for their use in skin care treatments, has been settled. The lasers, which gained mainstream attention through their adoption by prominent figures including Kim Kardashian, have been the subject of legal contention within the New Jersey federal district court. The lawsuit was recently dismissed,…
In a recent determination, the Eleventh Circuit has upheld a jury verdict asserting that there was no partnership in existence between a deceased computer forensics expert and Craig Wright, recognized widely as the self-proclaimed inventor of bitcoin. The decision affirms the jury’s earlier finding, creating a considerable precedent in the ongoing dialogue about the origins…
In a development that will capture the attention of legal professionals across the globe, especially those in the spheres of intellectual property and patents, the Federal Circuit recently affirmed two decisions by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). These rulings found all contested claims relating to a memory patent belonging to Monterey Research LLC…
In an era marked by significant shifts in the sports industry, the rise of women’s professional sports globally is an exciting development that reaffirms a changing landscape of investment opportunities. Earlier this year, emphasis was laid on the surging popularity of women’s soccer in the United States. This sparked projections for a considerable increase in…
Attaining professional growth in law firms may be intrinsically linked with strategic marketing approaches. Sheenika Gandhi, director of marketing and business development at Peppermint Venture Partners, recently shared practical tips on how lawyers can advance their skills while also setting up opportunities for marketing and business development. In her article published on JD Supra Perspectives,…
The city of Dallas has recently initiated legal proceedings against an apparel company, accusing the unnamed brand of plagiarizing its longstanding, registered logo. Featuring a trio of concentric ‘Ds’, this 51-year-old distinctively Dallas trademark has allegedly suffered due to the actions of the offending clothing firm. The case, lodged at the Texas federal court, is…