Third Circuit nominee Adeel Mangi has provided the Senate Judiciary Committee with an update regarding an event previously omitted from his nominee questionnaire. This correction comes amidst prevalent criticism from Republicans in a political climate where Mangi, should his nomination be confirmed, would become the first Muslim federal appeals court judge. According to a report…
A foreign exchange firm currently under accusations by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) of fraudulent activities towards its customers has turned the tables and is now seeking sanctions against the agency. The Forex firm alleges that the CFTC is involved in a “pattern of misconduct” which involves presenting false statements to the court…
In a recent development pertaining to a long-standing legal battle between a family-owned Illinois pizzeria, Ledo’s Inc., and Maryland-based Ledo Pizza chain, both parties have achieved partial victories. The trademark dispute, that has been ongoing for four years now, saw a federal judge pass an order that partly accepted both the entities’ summary judgment bids….
Last week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reduced the stringency of its much-anticipated climate disclosure regulations, however, these new requirements present several compliance difficulties, chief among them is the harmonization of these rules with analogous but distinguishably different systems established in California and the European Union. Sarah Jarvis reported on the issue in…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) document filing systems have recently faced criticism over glitches that can allegedly lead to unintended alterations in applications, possibly introducing errors that could potentially endanger patents. Some users have openly voiced their concerns about these system failures, highlighting the potential repercussions on the patent application process. The cumulative…
The Third Circuit recently upheld a previous ruling ordering pharmaceutical giant AbbVie to turn over attorney communications from what has been characterised as a “sham” patent case. The case in question was allegedly aimed at delaying competitors to its testosterone replacement product, AndroGel. The court rejected AbbVie’s argument that the Pennsylvania federal court had violated…
The Third Circuit has passed a judgment preserving a Pennsylvania federal court ruling regarding AbbVie, a prominent biopharmaceutical corporation. The aforementioned court had commanded AbbVie to relinquish attorney communications from an ostensibly contrived patent lawsuit, purportedly designed to deter competitors to AndroGel, one of its products. Despite AbbVie’s challenge to the court’s order, arguing it…
Chicago-based T-shirt company Grunt Style urged an Illinois federal jury this week to hold a California competitor responsible for what it alleges are violations of its trademark rights. According to information made public, the claim centres around the Californian company’s sales of t-shirts with the slogan “This We’ll Defend,” a phrase Grunt Style asserts it…
MediaTek, a leading provider of wireless communication and digital multimedia solutions, must now face patent infringement claims from Philips, an eminent global technology company, following a decision from a Delaware federal judge. Earlier this week, the judge denied MediaTek’s bid to dismiss the allegations, terming the attempt to exit the case as “scattershot”. The details…
The ongoing legal saga involving former President Donald Trump and the New York attorney general has seen another development. As a part of the case concerning the appeal against a $454 million civil fraud fine, New York has put forth a requirement that Trump should post a bond for the full fine before proceeding with…
In a recent verdict, the Federal Circuit court sustained the findings of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, affirming the validity of a distributed computing patent held by Avago Technologies. As a consequence, Netflix, who contested the patent, has suffered a setback. The details of why Netflix challenged Avago Technologies’ patent and what precisely the…
In its second year subsequent to the merger, international law firm ArentFox Schiff experienced a notable 8.4% rise in its gross revenue, hitting $578.8 million USD in 2023. The windfall is attributed to an increase in the firm’s client base according to a report by The National Law Journal. Speaking to the same, Brian Waldman,…
In a high-profile intellectual property case, a federal judge in Minneapolis has ruled that evidence of “copying” does not necessarily provide definitive proof of “egregious infringement”. The case in question centered around the use of certain lights in artificial Christmas trees. This legal dispute culminated in what stands out as one of the most substantial…
The Federal Circuit affirmed a pivotal win for a Boston-based biotech company, which is still in its infancy and has not introduced any product in the market, in a patent case against a Chinese contender. The complex case revolved around the usage of a specific sulfonic acid with potential applications in Alzheimer’s disease treatment. Last…
In a recent development, an attorney for Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has appealed to a California judge to reconsider his preliminary decision. The decision, if finalized, would permit a lawsuit by an attorney turned writer against the CAA to proceed to trial. The plaintiff alleges that script elements were stolen, and that these elements bear…
In a year of economic fluctuations, the Dallas-based firm Locke Lord experienced a relatively stable period in 2023. Profits per equity partner saw a slight improvement amounting to a 3.3% increase, despite the firm’s revenue marginally decreasing due to varying performances across professional practices. This assessment, as described by Managing Partner David Taylor as ‘solid’,…
As legal professionals, we continually monitor the pulse of the legal scene across the globe. Recent events have posed significant challenges for democratic institutions. Former President Trump’s approach to avoiding liability, employing a previously unseen utilization of presidential immunity, is leaving its own unique imprint on the democratic landscape. And it’s not just Trump’s tactics…
The bankrupt parent of Alex Jones’ infamous Infowars program, Free Speech Systems LLC, has successfully obtained court approval to switch lawyers. This development occurs as the company navigates a critical period that might culminate in either a successful reorganization or orderly liquidation. During the Chapter 11 proceedings for Free Speech Systems LLC, stakeholders concurred on…
Long-established firm, Motley Rice is currently under scrutiny, as it faces the threat of disqualification from a large number of ongoing opioid lawsuits. In response, the law firm has referred to the most recent opinion on the American Bar Association’s professional conduct rules related to ethical guidance for government lawyers. It’s an attempt to rebuff…
In what can be seen as a significant legal resolution, three law firms have just been granted a $1.5 million attorneys’ fee award in relation to a solar settlement associated with Tesla, which totalled $6 million. This award forms part of a larger settlement, which Judge Vince Chhabria of the U.S District Court for the…
In a recent development, the U.S. Justice Department has issued an appeal of a district court ruling regarding the constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), an anti-money laundering legislation. The appeal signifies the beginning of what could potentially be a protracted legal process. Passed as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal…
Controversy continues to circle former US President Donald Trump as his motion to suspend his New York State criminal case was made public. Trump argues that his forthcoming trial in March, regarding the creation of false business records, must be postponed pending the Supreme Court’s ruling on his immunity claims in the election interference case….
The elusive and anonymous street artist known as Banksy has long succeeded in keeping his identity a mystery. This anonymity, however, may finally be threatened due to a legal confrontation with two art collectors. The litigation, currently in progress, centers on the refusal of Banksy’s company, Pest Control, to confirm the authenticity of a painting,…
In an unexpected development, race car driver Felipe Massa brought a lawsuit against Formula 1, its governing body, the FIA, and the sport’s former head, Bernie Eccleston to the British High Court. Massa aims to invalidate the 2008 results of an unnamed Grand Prix, arguing that these results were unfairly influenced due to allegations of…
An investigation by the Associated Press and CNHI reveals that only one-third of states offer open access to government agency documents or keep meetings open for public observation. This report reveals an apparent burden on private citizens concerning transparency requests. The only way to resolve disputes related to transparency is by engaging in potentially costly…