Delaware-based firm, TA Instruments-Waters LLC, is seeking a full review by the Federal Circuit court to reconsider a previous panel decision. The panel reportedly misinterpreted a critical term in a patent that the company holds, which pertains to a piece of chemical machinery. The disagreement centers around the definition of a ‘pipette,’ a term significant…
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has ruled that an extensive component of a fintech patent, previously held by a now defunct Austin, Texas-based mobile payments start-up, contains language already encompassed by slightly earlier patent applications. These previous patent applications came to light due to the investigatory efforts of the legal representation at Apple….
A settlement has been reached in a patent dispute concerning notification technology used in fire alarms. The case was settled in a federal court in Waco, Texas, involving a safety equipment manufacturer and a firm claiming to be one of the globe’s top producers of fire safety products. The legal quarrel revolved around specific patents…
In a sudden turn of events, the Hong Kong Department of Justice (DOJ) deleted a database that documented national security law-related convictions mere five days post-publication, according to local media Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP). The DOJ had announced in a press release late December that the compilation, “Annotations of the Hong Kong National Security…
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Texas and Governor Greg Abbott, escalating tensions over the state’s recent law criminalizing illegal entry from outside the United States. Central to the lawsuit is Texas’s assertion of jurisdiction, typically reserved for federal authorities, in border matters. The case resides in the US District Court for…
Donald Trump’s legal team has filed a petition to appeal the decision of Maine’s Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows, to exclude him from the state’s primary election ballot. The team contends that Bellows, who previously ruled on the decision, did not afford Trump his rightful due process. As evidence of prejudice, they point to her…
In a recent article on Above The Law, it is reported that some Republicans are endorsing a particular version of Affirmative Action as long as it guarantees the preservation and recognition of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. It is noteworthy that bursts of partisan politics in the legal discourse sometimes result in the acceptance of…
In an intriguing development, a former federal defender, who has alleged that her grievances about workplace sexual harassment were ineffectively handled by the judiciary, has conveyed to a federal judge in Boston that an incisive letter from a senior judge of the Fourth Circuit could serve as a pivotal piece of evidence. This document could…
In a recent filing, former President Donald Trump, has asked the U.S Supreme Court to overturn a ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court, asserting it has “no authority to deny him” a place on the state’s ballot for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. He contends that if the state court’s decision prevails, it could potentially…
In a recent development, a Michigan federal judge dismissed a claim lodged by Hong Kong-based tool manufacturer, Nine HKG against Ford Motor Co. The case originated from two key points of contention: Ford allegedly imposing improper restrictions on the use of its globally recognized logo and Nine HKG not fulfilling its obligations to pay Ford…
Yesterday, in a case that has been closely followed since its early stages, several documents related to financier Jeffrey Epstein were finally unsealed in the federal court of New York. This revelation comes after a prolonged legal tug-of-war regarding their disclosure. The information contained within these documents is substantial, shedding new light on some aspects…
In a recent turn of events, Houston-based clean energy company, Fervo Energy Co., has sparked controversy by alleging that a supplier of geothermal equipment threatened to sue them for patent infringement. The supplier, whose name is yet undisclosed, had reportedly issued the threat conditional upon not winning a bid to supply turbines to Fervo’s upcoming…
As global legal professionals, we understand the impact of mixed signals in international markets. A case in point is recent developments in China, where President Xi Jinping’s contrasting approaches towards foreign capital and domestic agenda have left investors in a bind. Additionally, these occasionally conflicting goals have put Chinese bureaucrats on high alert. Jinping’s strategy…
A personal injury plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a lawyer and a consumer legal fund, alleging that he was asked to foot the bill for litigation funding he had not consented to. The case involves Sean Murtaugh, who was entailed with an employment lawsuit after sustaining injuries in a 2018 workplace incident. Murtaugh received…
In a recent legal turn of events, the Arizona appellate court has overturned the dismissal of a legal suit brought about by an ex-employee against her previous place of work. The court decided that the lower-tier court initially overstepped its judicial bounds by dismissing the case before the parties had been ordered to arbitration. As…
Jeffrey Epstein, who rose from humble beginnings to attain staggering wealth and power, used these assets to perpetrate a series of sexual crimes against numerous young women and girls. Throughout his life, Epstein associated with world-renowned figures from elite circles. These included notable personalities such as Bill Clinton, Donald Trump, and Bill Gates, all of…
A recent development has seen a California federal judge grant a medical software company’s request to halt a lawsuit initiated by Apple. The tech titan had filed a case alleging patent infringement by the software firm. Now, this legal dispute is in a state of suspension while the patents in question are under review at…
In recent developments in the tech legal landscape, cybersecurity software giant Palo Alto Networks has been unable to convince a federal judge in Virginia to dismiss any part of a patent lawsuit brought against them by a small startup. The case will progress to a trial by jury later this month. The contentious patent lawsuit,…
Every year, car enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the release of a list of foreign cars, not sold in the United States, that will be eligible for import. According to US law, these cars must be at least 25 years old and this year auto enthusiasts, racing movie fans and video game enthusiasts are particularly excited. The…
In discussing Jamie Loftus’ book “Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs,” it has to be acknowledged that the author’s humor and insight into the world of American hot dogs offer an entertaining journey. Jamie Loftus, known for her unique comedic perspectives styles, has certainly left her trademark stamp on the industry. However, her…
In what many critics are calling an unusual defense, Northwestern law professor Steven Calabresi recently declared that Justice Clarence Thomas, allegedly involved in numerous undisclosed financial agreements, is still deemed an “incorruptible” figure in the Supreme Court. Calabresi’s stance directly challenges the widely circulated findings from ProPublica, who reported that Thomas received hundreds of thousands…
Mark Bennett, a former assistant U.S. attorney from Ohio has been suspended after being found in violation of the U.S. Department of Justice’s sexual harrassment policy. The violation constituted inappropriate messages and unwelcomed physical behavior towards an intern at his office. The official documents detail the sanctions imposed on Bennett. The Ohio Supreme Court agreed…
As an intriguing entry point into the historical relationship between the American legal and political systems, one question captures our focus: How many future Presidents of the United States argued a case before the Supreme Court prior to their presidency? The answer appears to reveal an intriguing path from the Supreme Court to the White…
Donald Trump has appealed to the US Supreme Court, challenging a ruling which denied him the ability to be on the presidential ballot in Colorado. The appeal sets up a consequential showdown over allegations that he relinquished his right to contend again by inciting the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Plunged into an unprecedented…
Media coverage of new lawsuits has significantly increased in recent years, amplifying the need for defense attorneys to concoct a comprehensive public relations plan that harmonizes well with their legal strategy. According to Nathan Burchfiel of Pinkston and Ryan June at Castañeda + Heidelman, such a strategy should incorporate multiple objectives to strike a balance…