A New York federal judge has recently questioned the validity of legal citations provided by one of Michael Cohen’s attorneys. The attorney was ordered to produce copies of what the court perceives as fictional cases cited in a motion. Illustrating the rising issue, some legal professionals have been misled by AI technologies that can unexpectedly…
In a recent turn of events, a Utah federal judge has stood his ground, rejecting the attempt to reconsider the case of Dish Network LLC, a leading American television provider. Previously, Dish Network LLC was pinned with a nearly $470 million jury verdict in a patent litigation case over the use of technology designed to…
In a recent trial, Disney found itself under scrutiny over claims that the entertainment giant plagiarized Rearden’s special-effects software for the “Beauty and the Beast” remake. With a wager of $400 million, tensions were high as a Disney in-house attorney testified in the trial. Testifying on behalf of Disney, the in-house attorney expressed shock at…
In a recent development, MGA Entertainment’s push to appeal an order overturning their victory in the $100 million intellectual property litigation against rapper T.I. has been dismissed by a California federal judge. For background, MGA Entertainment won a significant ruling in the high-stakes intellectual property feud against the renowned rapper, but the victory was subsequently…
In a decision made this Tuesday, Federal Circuit judges supported an administrative patent board’s judgement on a decade-old microchip patent. The ruling found that the majority of these claims were already encompassed by the terminology of a preceding patent. Latest details on Law360. The complexity of patent law disciples rests notably on the ability of…
A New York federal magistrate judge has recently advocated for the conglomerate operating the restructured Toys R Us brand. The recommendation comes amid efforts to utilize federal trademark law against two unauthorized Brooklyn cannabis stores identified as “Zaza R Us.” The potential legal battle underscores the growing complexity of trademark disputes in an evolving marketplace….
In a bid to navigate this holiday season without falling for scams, consider doling out cash this year instead of complex gift cards, as Over The Law recommends in a recent article. This simple alternative not only cuts the risk of cons related to gift cards but it also provides more scope and flexibility for…
Video game controller designer Haowei Yang has successfully obtained a temporary restraining order from a Michigan federal court. Issued this Tuesday, the order prevents Chinese company Shenzhen Hongfangrui from both advertising and distributing game controller joysticks alleged to infringe upon Yang’s intellectual property. This restraining order is the latest development in what seems to be…
In a recent legal development, Astronics Test Systems, a prominent defense technology firm, has triumphed in a high-stakes copyright case brought against it by industry competitor Teradyne Inc. The suit centered on allegations that Astronics had infringed on copyrighted code owned by Teradyne. The case was presided over by a California federal judge, who ultimately…
Healthcare firm Longhorn Vaccines has approached U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) director, conveying their dissent over Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB) decision. They argued that the Board had wrongly abolished five patents belonging to the company. The alleged gaffe, however, was outlined by the company to be the mistake of their erstwhile outside…
In a copyright case that has caught the eye of corporate legal practitioners, a Texas-based real estate photographer has been dealt a setback. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled against him in his case against online real estate marketplace giants Zillow and its subsidiary, Trulia. The case revolves around allegations that the two…
In an unfolding legal event, a former staffer of law firm Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP has initiated a discrimination lawsuit against the company in a New York federal court. The claimant alleges she was terminated from her position after the firm rejected her request for a religious exemption from its COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The…
Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States, had a profound impact on how constitutional law was interpreted and implemented, based on her balanced and practical interpretations. A recent tribute by Sambhav Sankar – a clerk for Justice O’Connor during the 2003-04 term and the current…
In a decision that has drawn significant attention, the Supreme Court opted not to obstruct a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit on Tuesday afternoon. This decision leaves in place a new map for Galveston County, Texas. A federal district judge ruled in the previous year that this new map…
In an effort to recalibrate the ebbs and flows of the U.S-China economic landscape, the House Select Committee on China has crafted and released a comprehensive strategy. This nuanced plan carries the imperative to “reset” the U.S.-China economic relationship, with an aim to restore an equilibrium in the global economic scenario. The meticulous course of…
The legal community has been cautiously observing a slew of pronouncements indicating a surge in enforcement of export controls and sanctions from the Bureau of Industry and Security, the Office of Foreign Assets Control, and the U.S. Department of Justice. These apprehensions aren’t new yet recent upgrades in resources and inter-agency collaboration offer some idea…
In a recent development, Novartis Pharmaceuticals has settled with Daiichi Sankyo subsidiary Plexxikon, agreeing to pay $182 million to close a patent infringement claim related to the skin cancer drug Tafinlar. This resolution comes in the wake of Novartis’ appeal against a 2022 ruling that awarded Plexxikon $177.8 million, plus royalties. This mutually agreed settlement…
Former Trump adviser Stephen Miller’s legal group, America First Legal (AFL), has called for an investigation into IBM Corp.’s diversity-focused employment and executive pay policies. AFL claims these policies constitute illegal sex and race discrimination. The AFL organization submitted a letter to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) outlining its concerns. The letter highlighted statements…
Notable Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been backing challenges to three judges of the state’s highest criminal court who are up for re-election. This move follows their much-publicized decisions in 2021, which led to a reduction in Paxton’s office’s power to solely prosecute election cases. These three judges faced competitors as Paxton followed up…
Health and legal professionals are closely monitoring the recent outbreak of salmonella, usually associated with undercooked chicken, which has contaminated a recent cantaloupe harvest. This outbreak is reported to have spread to several states across the United States. The unfortunate tally of the crisis is on the rise, as three lives have already been claimed…
The legal profession follows a hierarchical structure that aligns with experience and knowledge, reflected in the various levels of attorney status. One particular status that often sparks debate is the role of the nonequity partner. Based on the findings from Law360 Pulse’s inaugural Law Firm Compensation Survey, the average compensation for nonequity partners in law…
UK police and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly announced the death of an asylum seeker on board the Bibby Stockholm, a barge housing asylum seekers on the south coast of England. According to the BBC and other media, the death is reported to be a suicide. Our team has not been able to independently confirm…
In a recent turn of events, there has been a development concerning a prominent Texas law firm, Jackson Walker, and whether it should be forced to surrender certain fees acquired by a lawyer who was covertly in a romantic relationship with a judge. As a result of these circumstances, a bankruptcy judge urged attorneys to…
In a recent development in the complex world of intellectual property disputes, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright has given his assent to eBay’s request to relocate a patent lawsuit. Initially slated for the Western District of Texas, the case will now be heard in the Northern District of California. This decision came about despite a…
In a recent legal development, a US Jury has ruled that Google’s current app store policies infringe on Section 2 and 1 of the Sherman Antitrust Act and the California Cartwright Act. This ruling could have far-reaching impacts on the global technology marketplace. The case, instigated by Epic Games, creators of the immensely popular game…