Jon Van Gorp, chair of global law firm Mayer Brown, uses the lens of deep sea exploration as a metaphor to understand the legal industry’s embracing of generalized artificial intelligence (Gen AI). An avid reader, Van Gorp’s analysis is informed by his recent reading of the book, “The Underworld”. Van Gorp draws attention to the…
Recent developments in the U.S. courts have reshaped the prospects for investor fraud suits. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit amplified standards last week on the issue of when investors can sue companies for securities fraud regarding statements about clinical product studies, as observed by securities litigation attorneys. This shift in standards…
It seems that the dialogue surrounding menopause in the workplace is finally changing. Increasingly, senior women are stepping forward to share their experiences and destigmatize this natural phase of life. A key example of this trend can be seen in the experience of Natalia Maureira-Rey, head of North American corporate legal affairs for Spanish retail…
In a legal turn of events, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, along with former partner Todd Blanche, have counterclaimed against former clients – Adam and Daniel Kaplan. The exact contentious point circles around alleged legal malpractice, as claimed by the clients back in 2023. The law firm pronounced through court documents that the clients were, in…
On Thursday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit denied an injunction against a Mississippi law that created a state-operated legal district in Jackson, the state capital. The court concluded that the plaintiffs in the case hadn’t demonstrated a sufficient basis to uphold a case for an initial injunction. The initial appeal was…
In the backdrop of evolving advertising practices and changing regulatory landscapes, it’s become paramount for brands to ensure they are fully on top of compliance issues. Advertising elements such as testimonials, endorsements and consumer reviews have long been under the watchful eyes of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and this focus shows no signs of…
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced his plans for a national referendum on Wednesday. The referendum aims to implement stricter anti-crime legislation and tighten security measures to counter the escalating crime rates and violence overwhelming the country. President Noboa submitted 11 draft questions to the Constitutional Court of Ecuador for consideration for the referendum. These proposed…
In recent legal developments, Michael Avenatti, prominent attorney and public figure, has questioned his convictions pertaining to the theft of substantial amounts of money from adult film actress Stormy Daniels. The challenge was presented during an oral argument before the Second Circuit last Friday. This information comes via Bloomberg Law’s coverage of the ongoing legal…
The legal landscape in London this past week illuminated a number of high-profile disputes, each characterized by its own unique implications. Notably, powerhouse production company Lucasfilm entered a High Court appeal contesting the use of late actor Peter Cushing’s likeness. This dispute elevates the critical question of posthumous rights to likeness and the accompanying legal…
Legal proceedings have been bustling in London over the past week with noteworthy cases taking place, ranging from high profile corporate disputes to major scandals. One such case involves the filmmaking giant, Lucasfilm. The company has taken to the High Court in an appeal relating to a dispute over the use of the late actor…
In the world of corporate law, the task of handling essential legal work often falls to select lawyers or firms with whom the client shares a long-standing, trusted relationship. However, there are instances where it might be more beneficial for a client to engage local counsel, rather than have their seasoned counsel travel to unfamiliar…
Biglaw firms across the Am Law 200 are announcing salary increases for their associates, with different strategies being applied. An interesting example is Lowenstein Sandler, an Am Law 100 firm, which has implemented lockstep Cravath raises for its most junior associates only, leaving a somewhat mysterious compensation model for its midlevel and senior associates. Lowenstein…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being championed as the solution for various business problems, from improving worker efficiency to honing the AI tools themselves. But even as AI provides unique opportunities, it also reveals unexpected challenges with potentially significant impacts on business and law. One such instance recently made headlines when a glitch in Chevrolet’s ChatGPT…
Five Guys Enterprises LLC has agreed to pay $700,000 to settle a proposed class-action lawsuit brought against the fast-casual hamburger chain after a September 2022 data breach. The breach led to the exposure of the personal information of almost 38,000 employees and others. Judge Claude M. Hilton of the US District Court for the Eastern…
Jonathan Mitchell, the Texas lawyer responsible for the six-week abortion law that permitted private citizens to claim $10,000 bounties from transgressors, has been engaged by Donald Trump in his bid to remain on the US Presidential ballot. This move comes as part of Trump’s appeal against a Colorado ruling that found him ineligible due to…
As the legal landscape continues to evolve, the Supreme Court has scheduled its February 2024 argument calendar, which will include a pair of challenges targeting controversial social media laws in Texas and Florida, as well as a dispute over whether the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) plan to reduce ozone levels should be frozen. Over five…
The first crackdown on dress code by the Taliban since them regaining power has led to the arrest of women deemed to be wearing a “bad hijab.” According to voice notes from Abdul Ghafar Farooq, a spokesperson for the Taliban government’s Vice and Virtue Ministry, provided to the Associated Press, the ministry has received complaints…
The U.S. Supreme Court has a busy schedule in February. Ten distinct cases are lined up for arguments, notably including a challenge to a federal ban on bump stocks and further disputes over social media laws instated in Florida and Texas. To start, a ban on bump stocks has triggered a substantial amount of debate….
In a significant move in the legal and business sectors, one of the co-founders of Haley Guiliano LLP has departed from the firm for a new executive role at Adeia Inc., a renowned intellectual property licensing business. Haley Guiliano LLP is widely recognized as a spinoff from Ropes & Gray LLP, focusing precisely on patent…
In a significant shift within the legal field of intellectual property rights management, a co-founder of the renowned Haley Guiliano LLP has taken up an executive post at Adeia Inc. Haley Guiliano LLP, known for its specialty in patent prosecution, was formerly a spinoff from the eminent law firm Ropes & Gray LLP. The move…
Plaintiffs’ attorneys are seeking a $10 million fee for their work on a class settlement related to a significant pest issue at Family Dollar. The settlement grants $25 gift cards to customers who purchased items from stores that were closed due to a rodent infestation at one of the company’s warehouses. According to a legal…
A recent federal court ruling has reasserted the First Amendment rights of experts testifying in court, much to the relief of seasoned professionals like engineers. The judgement takes a crucial stand in the tussle between regulatory bodies and individuals who are experts in their respective fields but lack state licenses. The Oregon State Licensing Board,…
In 2023, the landscape of law firm mergers significantly evolved, presenting a series of strategic consolidations that not only disrupted the legal market but also set the stage for further developments in 2024. This growth signified a burgeoning interest in strategic diversification, seen primarily among large firms and in cross-border consolidations. For instance, the year…
Wilson Sonsini, a law firm that realised a gross revenue of $1,354,000,000 in 2022 climbing to position No.33 in the latest Am Law 100, declared raises and bonuses for associates and of counsels effective from February 1, 2024, as per a recent article posted on Above the Law. This is a notable move that aligns…
The data breach incident suffered by global law firm Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe in 2023 was reportedly more extensive than initially revealed. According to an update submitted to state attorneys general in late December, the number of individuals impacted by the breach has grown substantially. This revised figure sees an additional 176,000 people added to…