Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on countries endorsing the inaugural UN General Assembly (UNGA) resolution on “killer robots” to actively support talks for a fresh international treaty. The aim is to prohibit and oversee autonomous weapons systems, designed to identify and engage targets autonomously through sensor processing, side-stepping direct human control or input. The declaration…
The Delhi High Court dismissed a habeas corpus petition filed by Neelam Azad, seeking her release from detention following her connection to the recent breach of security at the Indian Parliament. The petition was filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, in conjunction with Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)….
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) revealed its discontent on Wednesday regarding comments made by Kenyan President William Ruto about the judiciary’s operations. A statement issued by Chairperson of the JSC and Chief Justice Martha Koome expressed apprehension about judges facing criticism for perceived opposition to state programs. The Commission wishes to draw the attention of…
In a recently issued decree, Russian President Vladimir Putin has given provision for foreign nationals fighting for Russia in the ongoing war in Ukraine to obtain Russian citizenship. This new offer extends to their immediate families, including spouses, children – whether biological or adopted, and parents. This announcement has occurred just days after the United…
On Thursday, the Fifth Circuit declined to momentarily halt a contentious new Mississippi statute. The law, which is facing appeals from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and other groups, provides the predominantly white state government increased authority over the legal system in the state’s largely Black capital city. The appeals…
The copyright lawsuit brought against rapper French Montana has recently reached a conclusion, with an Illinois federal judge ruling in favor of Montana. The lawsuit was actioned by a young musician who claimed that Montana had used a sample from his song to create the hit single, “Ain’t Worried About Nothin’”. The victory, however, was…
In a significant development in the ongoing legal dispute over wireless audio technology, Sonos Inc. has requested a California federal judge to dismiss the last standing patent in Google’s infringement suit against the company. This latest move marks another turning point in a comprehensive legal confrontation between the two corporations. This information stems from a…
In a newly unsealed opinion, it’s been revealed that Apple Inc. failed to provide sufficient evidence it would suffer irreparable harm, when it sought to convince the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) to stay an order that would halt imports of certain Apple Watch models. It was found that these models infringed Masimo Corp. patents….
Former partners of Dickstein Shapiro LLP have appealed to a California appellate panel to vacate a resolution supporting an arbitrator’s decision favouring Blank Rome LLP. They allege that Blank Rome owes them $4million, asserting the firms’ merger was inaccurately depicted as an asset sale. Allegedly, the arbitrator did not adhere to correct procedures during proceedings…
An audacious endeavour to defend free speech and increase access to expertise is at the heart of a federal lawsuit filed recently by a North Carolina nonprofit. In a bold move that might have repercussions for legal practitioners nationwide, the North Carolina Justice for All Project and two of its paralegals filed the lawsuit, claiming…
Crucial legal developments have been unfolding at the Federal Circuit in a matter concerning the registration of the “Everybody vs. Racism” trademark. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board’s decision to reject the registration of the said trademark, due to its wide usage, was backed by a mandate from the Federal Circuit last Thursday. Interestingly, the…
In a surprising turn of events, FisherBroyles, the pioneer among distributed law firms to grace the Am Law 200, saw a significant number of its attorneys departing the organisation. This great shift has, however, been noted for its relatively smooth and uncontentious nature. FisherBroyles initially gained momentum and prestige quite quickly, becoming a prominent name…
An intellectual property lawyer with experience at NASA has transitioned to Blank Rome LLP, following previous employment at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. This news was publicized on Thursday, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the attorney’s career. The attorney’s significant legal experience and technical background, acquired from a stint at NASA,…
An electronics company based in California has reportedly agreed to withdraw a lawsuit alleging that Jones Soda Co. infringed on its patented augmented reality (AR) technology. According to a joint disclosure filed in the Washington federal court, the discontinuation of the lawsuit follows an out-of-court settlement reached between the two parties. The details of the…
In a recent interaction with a Kansas federal judge, an inventor, who had created a “no spill” gasoline container, expressed his deep disappointment at the outcome of his recent lawsuit. He argued that the failed case, which went contrary to his legal counsel’s advice, was possibly too intricate for an average juror to fully comprehend….
Despite the advice of his attorneys, the inventor of a ‘no spill’ gasoline container gave a spirited plea to a Kansas federal court, expressing his disappointment over the outcome of his lawsuit. The inventor contended that the intricacies of his case had been “evidently too complex for the average juror.” While particulars of the failed…
The legal world has always been characterized by its share of intense debates and robust confrontations, but it appears that the intensity has recently escalated beyond verbal exchanges. Recently a defendant lunged at a judge in the courtroom, rendering gavels seemingly insufficient for protection against such physical attacks. Intense litigation can indeed provoke strong emotions,…
North Carolina’s judicial landscape is set for change, with Chief Justice Paul Newby implementing a new rotation system for the position of Chief Judge on the Court of Appeals. This marks a departure from traditional practices in the North Carolina court system. The rotation plan is considerably unique and stands to influence not only the…
In a recent update, we have some fascinating revelations from the world of the law. Two significant stories that caught our attention revolve around the impact of technology in legal norms and a critical case involving a federal prosecutor. The first item focuses on the 2024 ABA TECHSHOW and the announcement of the top 15…
While 2023 may have presented substantial hurdles for mergers and acquisitions worldwide, certain gems amidst the mud managed to shine through. Based on data from Bloomberg, one Biglaw firm surged ahead of the pack last year in deal volume, tenuous transactions notwithstanding. Despite the downturn, this anonymous conqueror of the corporate law battlefield managed to…
A federal judge in Massachusetts ruled against allowing a Boston couple to present their securities claims to a jury, against JPMorgan Chase Bank and Chickasaw Capital Management. The reason behind the verdict is an existence of jury provision waivers in multiple agreements. Peter and Yoon Doelger, the plaintiffs, had filed a nine-count complaint against the…
A recent legal case involving the Bronx Conservatory of Music concluded when a New York federal judge granted a pretrial win to the school’s former executive director. The suit, lodged by the school, accused him of employing trade secrets to launch a rival academy. However, the case was closed as the school’s claim that information…
Motorola, a key player in the smartphone manufacturing industry, has achieved a notable legal victory, brushing off patent claims levied by a Taiwanese manufacturer of smartphone camera lenses. This matter was brought before an administrative patent tribunal, where Motorola’s legal team effectively argued that the language utilized in the pending patent application mirrors that of…
An ongoing suit has been lodged against Burien, a city in Washington, issued by a Seattle homelessness nonprofit and several unhoused residents. The lawsuit claims that the city’s recently enforced ordinance effectively makes homelessness a criminal act. The Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness, coupled with a group of unhoused residents, challenges the legality and constitutionality…
The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board has officially declared a past decision in favor of a comic book creator as precedential in an ongoing trademark dispute over the “Captain Cannabis” brand. The comic book creator was previously successful in asserting their rights over the trademark, an outcome that now plays an instrumental role in guiding…