Major law firm, Lewis Brisbois, has taken legal action to compel an accused attorney to offer certain testimonies regarding allegations of conspiring to infringe the firm’s trademark. Lewis Brisbois has reported to a Texas federal court that the accussed lawyer has inappropriately rejected answering several deposition questions by citing the attorney-client privilege. The legal stand…
In an unfolding legal dispute, a biotechnology company and a legal representative have requested a federal judge in New Jersey to impose sanctions on the counsel for a New Jersey-based dermatologist. The dermatologist has been in ongoing litigation about intellectual property rights to work he performed as a graduate student nearly 30 years earlier. This…
In a significant move that is slated to positively affect the lives of health care workers in California, a new law raising their minimum wage has been enacted. As stated in a piece published on JD Supra, Governor Gavin Newsom signed California Senate Bill No. 525 (SB 525) on October 13, 2023, which progressively increases…
In the face of the ever-changing landscape of employment law, employers must keep abreast of recent developments that include religious accommodations, professional licensing, pregnancy laws, remote work, and independent contractor rules, among others. These changes and what they call for relevantly summarized and explored by five Ward and Smith attorneys were documented in the firm’s…
Polsinelli PC, along with one of its shareholders, has requested a district court in Washington D.C. to dismiss certain allegations and force arbitration of other claims presented by a former equity shareholder. The allegations form part of a significant lawsuit, holding $20 million in penalties, related to sexual harassment and retaliation against the former stakeholder….
In a move marked with careful consideration and anticipation, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the UK Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) have progressed on their direct undertakings to enhance diversity and inclusion within the financial services sector. The two regulatory bodies have recently made public their Consultation Papers, which propose fresh rules and guidance…
As we wrap up October 2023, a spate of new opinions have emerged from across the country, providing discernible insights into Section 101 patent eligibility. These rulings carry significant implications for legal professionals, particularly patent attorneys, diligently working within law firms or as in-house counsel for multinational corporations. Holland & Knight, LLP provides an excellent…
Legal complications are on the rise for a patent enforcement company owner who is seeking intervention from the Federal Circuit court. She is urging the court to set aside a daily penalty of $200, which has been levied against her for refusing to travel to Delaware to answer a federal judge’s inquiries. Her argument centres…
In the evolving landscape of data privacy and personal protection laws, India’s newly implemented Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP) is garnering attention. The conversations surrounding the Act touch on its potential similarities and differences with existing privacy laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). As reported, this matter has been discussed by…
In a recent development within the Supreme Court of New York, New York County, a pipe manufacturer, Ameron International, was denied summary judgement for an asbestos lawsuit. The defendant, Ameron International, is currently facing victims’ accusations of causing undue health problems due to exposure to asbestos from Bondstrand pipes, which the company produced. The decedent…
In a recent decision, Senior Circuit Judge Bryson of the Federal Circuit, who was sitting by designation in the District of Delaware, issued a split verdict on a matter concerning patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101. Bryson partially granted and partially denied a Rule 12(c)motion for judgment concerning the patents that tackle the issue…
On October 25, 2023, the U.S. House of Representatives elected Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) as Speaker. The election, which was closely contested, saw Johnson secure 220 votes against 209, with all the Republican votes rallying behind him. Being the 56th Speaker of the House, Johnson now stands at helm of guiding the chamber through a…
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently proposed a risk management rule that is likely to ban the production, processing, and distribution of Trichloroethylene (TCE). TCE is a chemical compound widely used in myriad industrial and domestic applications. The rule is part of the EPA’s actions under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Designed to…
In a recent decision, the Fourth Circuit has rejected the use of comparator evidence in an Equal Pay Act claim. The ruling sets a precedent potentially changing the landscape of future Equal Pay Act litigation. Under Equal Pay Act, the plaintiff must demonstrate that they received lower pay than a comparable male employee to succeed…
In an interesting development in English common law, the High Court of England and Wales has taken a stance on the enforcement of foreign judgments previously deemed unenforceable in their origin jurisdictions because of domestic procedural limitations. This ruling stems from the case of Invest Bank PSC v. Ahmad Mohammed El-Husseini and others [2023] EWHC…
As we wave goodbye to 2023 and usher in the new year, it is important for legal professionals within major corporations and law firms to remain mindful of several key employment requirement changes from this past year, as well as the changes that are expected to come into effect as of January 1, 2024. These…
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe and Buckley, two prominent law firms which completed a merger in early 2023, are set to consolidate their Washington, D.C. offices in the first quarter of 2024. This move comes as part of the post-merger integration process and is designed to create a unified approach in serving their clientele. In the…
In recent development, the focus of regulatory scrutiny has shifted beyond digital assets. Earlier this year, allegations of precious metals coin fraud led the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to file a complaint against Red Rock Secured LLC, a California-based firm, its CEO, and two of its former account executives. The accusation is centred…
A recent lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc. has raised serious questions about the potential risks and harms of the social media platform Instagram, particularly for its younger users. This case, brought before the Vermont Superior Court Chittenden Unit by the Vermont attorney general, along with other states, likens the company’s promotion of targeted ads to…
New amendments to New York’s labor laws could potentially cause intellectual property risks for employers based in the state. A new law, S.B. 5640, signed by Governor Kathy Hochul on September 15, 2023, specifically targets “impermissibly broad” invention assignment provisions, according to a report by Law360. Due to these changes, companies are recommended to reassess…
Stanford University, one of the world’s leading educational institutes, has recently been subject to increasing scrutiny for its perceived failure to adequately address the Hamas attacks on Israel and ongoing instances of antisemitism within its academic community. This criticism is deeply rooted in the experiences of students, alumni, professors and staff, who have accused the…
Appointing or electing judges without prior judicial training is a common practice in the United States, despite state courts handling approximately 98.5% of America’s legal disputes. This tradition is now being questioned due to the subsequent challenges that these judges face as they step into their roles. In a detailed exploration, Law360 narrates the story…
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revised filing deadlines for Schedules 13D and 13G, in an effort to modernize beneficial ownership reporting. Finalizing rules that were proposed over a year ago, the regulatory body seeks to streamline procedures and potentially enhance corporate transparency. The changes, as well as additional rules on cash-settled derivative securities…
In a bid to encourage the perception of failure as an opportunity to learn and grow, Mindy Yang, a member of the Proskauer law firm’s leadership, challenges legal professionals to embrace challenges by partnering with others to tackle them. The legal landscape is no exception to the universal reality that failure serves as a crucial…
The legal sector never sleeps, and this week has been no different with multiple noteworthy incidents unfolding both in and outside the courtroom. All the following information has been collated and evaluated thanks to the hard work of Howard Bashman at his How Appealing blog, the first-ever blog dedicated to appellate litigation. One of the…