In a development from the courtroom battle between Epic Games and Google, evidence from Monday indicates a California federal judge has begun to question Google’s corporate culture in relation to their legal proceedings. The judge specifically addressed the possibility of an “ingrained systemic culture of suppression of relevant evidence” within the company. This query has…
In a historic move, the U.S. Supreme Court has introduced its first code of conduct in its 234-year tenure. However, questions have surfaced regarding its efficacy due to the absence of a clear enforcement mechanism. This issue appears to have somewhat diluted the impression of this foundational development. The new code of conduct has been…
Norton Rose Fulbright has revitalized its international arbitration practice in Asia with the addition Of Kent Philips, who recently worked as a partner at Hogan Lovells. Law.com reports about this latest development. Philips, who has nearly 25 years of experience in the legal profession, has conducted arbitrations under institutional rules across major legal seats under…
John Eastman, the attorney embroiled in a California disbarment trial, is currently making efforts to exclude a report from the U.S. House Select Committee that investigates the Jan. 6 attack from being used as evidence. On Monday, Eastman’s lawyer passionately argued that the committee’s report should not be considered in the trial, asserting that the…
In the latest development in the ongoing legal spat between major Dutch chipmaker NXP and its Seattle-based rival Impinj, a jury in Waco, Texas has recently handed down its verdict. It has adjudicated in favor of Impinj, compelling NXP to pay just shy of $2 million. For more comprehensive details about the trial, please exercise…
The rock band Guns N’ Roses faces a lawsuit from its ex-touring photographer, who alleges that she has not received payment for several of her images used by the band for promoting their current tours. The lawsuit further claims that one of the band’s recent managers played a role in reducing her fees, which, the…
On the evening of Monday, the U.S. Senate voted to confirm U.S. District Judge Ana de Alba to the Ninth Circuit in a closely contested vote of 48-43. This is de Alba’s second Senate confirmation in as many years, an event that has drawn intense scrutiny from Republican senators due to her relatively short tenure…
A recent verdict by a Florida federal jury concluded that a water ride manufacturer is in debt of more than $985,000 in royalties for infringing two out of three patents owned by its competitor, ProSlide. As initially reported by Law360, specific details of the patents in question or how they were infringed upon were not…
Google LLC has lodged a complaint against unidentified scammers alleged to have misused the tech behemoth’s trademarks with the intent to deceive users. These individuals are said to have prompted unsuspecting individuals into downloading a counterfeit version of Google’s Bard AI chatbot, a version infected with malicious software. The tech titan’s lawsuit showcases the persistence…
Approximately 85,000 protestors marched against climate change in Amsterdam last Sunday, just days before the Dutch general election. The March for Climate and Justice was organized by the Dutch Climate Crisis Coalition with the aim to raise awareness about the urgent nature of the climate crisis. The Dutch Climate Crisis Coalition stated: The climate crisis…
In a recurring theme of the interesting, unpredictable, and complex world of law practice, some trending news items grabbed attention. This week saw a number of legal developments, ranging from attorney firings to threats, winning streaks, and cybersecurity. The first case involved a Biglaw firm that severed ties with an attorney who urged the law…
Emeritus Third Circuit Judge Maryanne Trump Barry, renowned for her bipartisan approach in the realm of law, has passed away as per recent reports. Trump Barry had a rich legacy of carving connections and collaborations far removed from the public persona of her younger brother, Donald Trump. Trump Barry was a staunch Republican long before…
The city of Dallas, Broward County in Florida, and over 20 other cities, counties, and public water systems have expressed opposition to settlements with 3M and DuPont regarding the contamination of drinking water by so-called ‘forever chemicals’. These objectors argue that the settlements’ provisions are excessively broad, as they exonerate 3M and DuPont from any…
Ford Motor Co. has triumphed in a recent patent infringement lawsuit. A Delaware federal judge ruled that the automobile maker did not infringe on the patents of an adaptive cruise control system owned by a New Jersey company. The system was used in Ford’s 2018 Edge SUV among other vehicles. The specifics of the case…
Texas-based law firm Jackson Walker LLP has brought accusations against its former partner, Elizabeth Freeman, alleging she lied about her romantic involvement with U.S. Bankruptcy Judge David R. Jones. The former judge resigned from his position in the previous month in response to allegations that he did not disclose the nature of their relationship, as…
Judge Ana de Alba, a notable Latina in the judiciary, has been confirmed for a seat in the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, the nation’s largest appellate court. She barely crosses the line with a 48-43 confirmation on Monday. This occurs slightly over a year after de Alba made history as…
In a recent development, Yangtze Memory Technologies Co. Ltd. (YMTC), a Chinese-based company specialising in the production of memory chip products, has filed a lawsuit in the California federal court against its rival Micron Technology Inc. The Chinese firm alleges that Micron has infringed on several of its patents. It further claims that Micron is…
In a recent development in one of the major corporate fraud cases, JPMorgan Chase & Co has expressed its objections to the legal fees charged by the 77-strong team of lawyers appointed for Charlie Javice’s defense. Javice, a onetime entrepreneur, is currently under scrutiny for allegedly defrauding JPMorgan in a $175 million buyout of her…
The recent litigations centered around the long-standing medication Zantac have raised complex legal issues, leading affected individuals and their advocates to call on federal courts to examine what is colloquially known as the “finality trap”. This refers to a procedural quirk that leaves legal claimants unable to appeal some of their claims. In a detailed…
Vox Media has recently become the target of a copyright suit by a videography firm. The media company has been accused of infringing copyright laws by circulating a video featuring Sarah Palin dining at a restaurant following her positive COVID-19 test during her visit to New York City for a lawsuit against The New York…
The recent New York state’s civil fraud trial against former President Donald Trump witnessed an intriguing development. In defense of Trump, his eldest son Donald Trump Jr. took the stand to testify, praising his father’s “genius” for real estate. According to the original piece on Bloomberg Law penned by Erik Larson and Patricia Hurtado, the…
LRN’s 2023 Program Effectiveness Report delivers indispensable findings pertinent to the field of ethics and compliance. The report, once dubbed “board worthy” by significant industry figure Donna Boehme, is considered to be a must-read for every board member. This has been reinforced in a discussion between Susan Divers and Michael Volkov, as reflected in an…
In an interview during the International Chamber of Commerce’s 21st annual conference, the Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, Alexander G. Fessas, and the Deputy Secretary General, Ana Serra e Moura, highlighted the advantages of conducting a dispute resolution through their court. They argue that the strength of the institution, along with…
The modern digital era continues to reshape the roles and responsibilities of legal professionals. By adopting proactive strategies, these professionals can thrive amidst these technological changes. The following insights illuminate five methods by which contemporary lawyers can leverage technology to their advantage: Show Clients How You Use Technology To Their Benefit With the advent of…
Real estate transactions are known for being complex and costly affairs. However, this should not be misconstrued as a license to levy unmerited charges or collect fees in excess of the associated costs. A recent case involving New Jersey lawyer Marcy Gendel, reported by the ABA Journal, serves as a startling reminder of the potential…