A dispute has emerged between Major League Soccer (MLS) and a company known for creating postcard-like murals. The company alleges that MLS has unlawfully utilized one of their distinctive images to boost the image of their latest addition to the league, a club based in San Diego. The image was not only reproduced but also…
A former volunteer baseball coach at Northwestern University recently filed a lawsuit in Illinois court following the discharge of its head baseball coach, Jim Foster. The suit alleges that Foster did not adequately tackle a harmful and abusive environment within the team. Jim Foster, as revealed by the lawsuit, was culled under the accusations of…
Attorneys from esteemed Connecticut-based legal firms including Halloran & Sage LLP, Faxon Law Group, and Brown Paindiris and Scott LLP headline a list of 22 announced nominees vying for vacant bench positions on the state’s trial court. The mix of nominees also boasts an in-house legal counsel from The Hartford, an esteemed insurance company, and…
In a ruling made on Friday, the D.C. Circuit decided to vacate the two-year prison sentence of a former U.S. Air Force officer who participated in the storming of the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. This decision sets a precedent that those involved in the incident should not face an “administration of justice” enhancement because…
In the continuing repercussions of the Judge David R. Jones case, the U.S. Trustee’s Office has initiated a wave of new motions across several bankruptcy cases in an aggressive attempt to recover fees that had been remitted to Jackson Walker LLP. Amidst this frenzy of legal activity, there is even talk that one case may…
In this week’s edition of ‘Law360 Legal Lions’, Susman Godfrey LLP and Truelove Law Firm lead the charge. The leading news is of a Texas state jury awarding $287 million to Koninklijke KPN. The Dutch telecommunications company was embroiled in a contract dispute with Samsung Electronics Co. The jury’s decision leans in favor of Koninklijke…
February witnessed important movements within the legal departments of prominent organizations. Numerous high-profile individuals assumed prominent positions at Walgreens, MSG Entertainment, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Within the ever-evolving legal landscape, position appointments and transitions amongst legal professionals are commonplace. February saw some key personnel shifts within the legal teams of several big-name entities,…
It has been reported that lead counsel representing homeowners, who allege they were obligated to pay excessively inflated broker commissions upon selling their homes, are claiming approximately $80 million in attorney fees along with an additional $12 million in expense payments. This follows after a settlement was reached with numerous high-profile real estate brokerages. This…
In a recent development, a New Jersey state judge dismissed an early attempt by Katz & Dougherty LLC to throw out claims made by a former of counsel. The attorney alleges that she is due nearly $425,000 from a foreclosure case settlement earned during her tenure at the law firm. The judge deemed the firm’s…
In an unusual development in the realm of cybersecurity and legal services, Mastagni Holstedt, a prominent employment law firm based in California, has filed a lawsuit against an IT solutions provider. The recent filing in Sacramento County Superior Court centers around a ransomware attack that Mastagni Holstedt asserts occurred subsequent to engaging the IT solutions…
Allen & Overy LLP and Shearman & Sterling LLP, two of the world’s top law firms, announced on Friday the election of the first members of their top management team. This major step has been taken in anticipation of their merger, which is scheduled for May. The decision signals a clear commitment towards laying a…
Companies that seek profits by funding lawsuits are using generative AI to assist in locating potential cases to invest in, despite skepticism about the effectiveness of the technology. Alternative asset management firm Legalist Inc., for instance, utilizes a proprietary algorithm aptly named “the truffle sniffer” to search for cases by focusing on variables such as…
In a significant move for data privacy and cybersecurity law, Elizabeth Harding has taken a position at Greenberg Traurig as a shareholder in Denver. The respected law firm confirmed her joining on a recent Friday. Harding brings her impressive experience in advising organizations about their privacy conformity mandates. She’s gained notable traction, especially with her…
Healthcare information systems stand as the new lucrative targets for cybercriminals, experiencing an exponential rise in attacks. Reports suggest that cyberattacks on hospital systems almost doubled last year, escalating from 25 to 46, with each attack affecting multiple healthcare facilities. According to a threat analyst at Emsisoft, 46 systems represented a total of 141 affected…
Last week, Donald Trump submitted a request to the court requesting an exemption from posting bond in the defamation case brought by E. Jean Carroll, according to Above the Law. Following a jury verdict of $83 million against him, Trump’s primary argument for an exemption was his considerable wealth. Trump’s lawyers, after spending nearly a…
A&O Shearman, on the way to becoming the third-largest firm globally, has elected its first global leadership team. Khalid Garousha has expressed appreciation and excitement about the trust placed in him to lead the newly merged firm as the first senior partner. He emphasizes that with the combined expertise and extensive legal knowledge of the…
In an industry where the balance between genders has traditionally leaned towards men, the legal profession appears to be taking a pivot. The National Association for Law Placement highlighted in a recent report that women now outnumber men among law firm associates for the first time ever. This notable shift brings hope for a more…
In a noteworthy shift, women are now outnumbering men among law firm associates. This notable trend is according to a memo from the National Association for Law Placement. However, Alongside this development, steps towards gender equality at the apex of the legal profession is still moving at a painfully slow pace. Law firms must adhere…
In the multifaceted world of legal proceedings, deposition tactics often define case outcomes. Recently, defense attorneys are being cautioned to equip witnesses to counter deceptive “echoing” techniques employed by opposing counsel. In an intriguing article by Bill Kanasky and Steve Wood, published by Courtroom Sciences, they deliberate on the potential risks these techniques could have…
Brian Mulroney, former Canadian prime minister and senior partner at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, passed away recently at 84. Mulroney began his legal profession as a labor lawyer at Norton Rose Canada predecessor Howard Cate, Ogilvy, one of Montreal’s largest firms, and one of Canada’s oldest. After his tenure in government, he resumed his position…
In an impressive display for a well-known name in the legal industry, Nixon Peabody reports record-breaking revenue for 2023, with a total gross revenue figure of $563 million. This result not only marks a 2.9% increase from the previous year but also establishes a new record for the firm, much to the pleasure of CEO…
Harvard University has selected a law dean as interim provost as part of its leadership changes, following the resignation of its president in January. The university continues its search for long-term leadership while discussing the duties and expectations for these interim appointments. Further information about these developments at the university can be found at Harvard’s…
In a demonstration of the continued efforts to uphold ethical conduct within the legal profession, a Washington D.C. Appeals Court recently gave its stamp of approval on a case dating back nearly a decade. In 2014, a D.C. Office of Administrative Hearings judge was terminated under a cloud of ethical misconduct allegations. The judge was…
In a recent development, the India Supreme Court ratified a Rajasthan state law that sets forth a two-child eligibility criterion for public employment. The court ruled that the Rajasthan Various Service (Amendment) Rules, 2001, which excludes candidates with more than two children from applying for government positions, complies with the constitution and doesn’t discriminate. The…
Victor Manuel Rocha, a former U.S. diplomat and senior international business adviser at Foley & Lardner’s Miami office, has indicated his intention to plead guilty on federal charges of acting as a foreign agent for Cuba. The charges arise from allegations of espionage on behalf of the Cuban government, with Rocha’s admission following his arrest…