In an order that appears to uphold a landmark sexual abuse settlement, the U.S Supreme Court signaled a clear message to the Boy Scouts – Be prepared. The renowned youth organization is expected to move forward with the settlement, which has received significant publicity. More details can be found on the Law360 report.
In corporate news, Boeing has enlisted the services of a former White House lawyer as the new head of its Human Resources department. The move aims to effectively handle internal operations at the multinational corporation. This shift in leadership roles at Boeing is further discussed in the Seattle Times.
On a slightly lighter note, President Trump’s new line of sneakers with distinctive red soles is catching the attention of intellectual property lawyers. With its striking similarity to the famous Louboutin shoes, the product is raising some legal eyebrows. Bloomberg Law News provides further insight into this unfolding story.
The structure of transnational law firms has always been a topic of interest to professionals in the field. The challenges, especially relating to conflict management, are currently in the spotlight. American Lawyer takes a closer look at this issue.
In the entertainment law world, the ongoing Baldwin case sees the actor and the armorer embroiled in a tough battle, accusing each other as the case progresses. Informative updates on the case can be found on the Reuters page.
Meanwhile, an unusual disciplinary case wrapped up recently where a lawyer who attended a concert naked resulted in both him and another attorney receiving disciplinary action. The story is recounted on CBS News.
Finally, a disappointing ruling in Texas upheld a punishment for a Black student for his dreadlocks. This has drawn much ire, with many criticising the state’s seeming insensitivity to cultural diversity. ABC News provides further details on this controversial issue.