Stephen Bentfield, who previously served as vice president and group general counsel at DaVita Integrated Kidney Care, has joined Crowell & Moring as a partner. This announcement was made by the firm this past Wednesday, as reported by Bloomberg Law Automation. In his new position, Bentfield will be stationed in Denver and primarily work with…
In a rather notable shift for the legal profession, prominent law firms Akin, Brownstein and Steptoe have opted to terminate their lobbying relationships with Chinese clients. This move comes amid a growing scrutiny of China in the political corridors of Capitol Hill. In the past few months, these renowned law firms have taken the decision…
The creators of ‘Dudesy’, a comedy podcast penned by artificial intelligence, have decided to remove a fabricated comedy episode which featured a virtual version of late comedian George Carlin. This action comes after a decree from George Carlin’s estate, urging them to cease using the comedian’s likeness, voice, and image without obtaining appropriate authorization. The…
A California-based bong maker has accused a Texas company of infringing on its registered trademarks by using them on counterfeit water pipes. The allegations surfaced in a federal court on Monday, with the affected company arguing that such counterfeit marks are leading to customer confusion and a decline in their brand’s reputation. While this type…
Questions have arisen around the contingency fees of a Denver law firm in a high-profile civil rights case. A Colorado appellate judge recently inquired on what grounds the firm believed it is entitled to millions of dollars in these fees, given that the mother of the deceased man central to the case had released the…
In a significant development in the ongoing legal saga involving Hytera Communications and Motorola Solutions, an Illinois federal judge has come down hard on the former, imposing a substantial daily fine of $1 million. The fine and additional stern contempt sanctions are in response to Hytera’s alleged violation of the court’s orders, which had explicitly…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) released a proposal last Tuesday to implement a substantial increment in various patent-related fees beginning in October. The projected increases provoked concerns, particularly those bound to continued examination requests, design patents, and post-grant challenges. Despite extensive concerns revolving around the hikes, USPTO remains firm about their plan. Fee…
In a recent appearance on The Daily Show, Federal Trade Commission Chair, Lina Khan, partook in a spirited and broad discussion with host Jon Stewart. During the conversation, Stewart disclosed an interesting piece of information: tech giant Apple had apparently denied him an opportunity to interact with Khan on a podcast associated with his show…
Despite the United States being home to a significant number of Muslims, currently, there are only two practicing the faith serving on the federal bench. This underrepresentation instigates a deeper look into the matter, particularly when considering the recent difficulties faced by a selected candidate, posing a potential impediment for future Muslim candidates. This issue…
Law.com recently announced a significant change in its leadership, presenting its new Editor in Chief. Though specific details are limited, one of the key statements expressed by the new appointee hints at the anticipation and enthusiasm toward contributing to the expansive legal community. In a personal note shared, the statement reveals the new editor’s eagerness…
An Illinois-based federal judge has imposed a daily penalty of $1 million, accompanied by other sharp contempt sanctions, on Hytera Communications. The ruling came on Tuesday after Hytera was accused of violating the judge’s order, which had explicitly demanded the company to cease its involvement in Chinese litigation affairs. This offensive conduct by Hytera was…
In an interesting twist of events in the courtroom, a federal judge in Delaware referenced the cult classic film “Office Space” (1999), likening an expert report in a lawsuit concerning a luxury car brand to the infamous ‘Jump To Conclusions’ mat that features prominently in the movie. The judge’s innovative comparison came when he was…
In a recent patent dispute, Lupin, an international pharmaceutical company, has achieved a legal victory against Galderma. Galderma had accused Lupin of infringing upon two of its patents, which cover a rosacea drug. However, the judge overseeing the case found that Galderma’s allegations lacked sufficient proof. The judge emphatically stated that “Galderma has a theory…
A recent judgment by a federal judge in Detroit indicates that a fraternity at the University of Michigan might be in violation of the law by persevering to use the ‘Sigma Phi’ name. This controversial development surfaces after the national fraternity reprehended the group for accepting women and severed ties with them. The University of…
In a crucial ruling, a federal judge in New York has denied the request of Californian copyright holders looking to enter an existing litigation in the Empire State. The case in question involves accusations of copyright infringement leveled against tech giants OpenAI and Microsoft. The litigants from the West Coast had previously initiated similar legal…
Proskauer Rose LLP is reinvigorating their legal team with the addition of a partner from Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati PC, marking the conclusion of a successful 13-year tenure. This new hire boasts not only expertise from a prolific law firm but also two decades of experience with the U.S. Department of Justice, handling a…
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has decided against a Virginia-based defense contractor’s objections over a $192.7 million contract for U.S. Army technical and engineering support. Despite allegations of potential conflicts of interest, Crowell & Moring LLP attorneys representing the contractor received no reprimand. The defense contractor lodged a protest challenging the award of the…
A recent panel decision by the Federal Circuit has cast doubt on a prior ruling made by a Delaware federal judge to dismiss Amarin Pharma Inc.’s infringement lawsuit against Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. The overtone of the panel’s deliberations suggests the district court’s decision may have been somewhat precipitous. The litigation pivots around the blockbuster…
The recent acquisition of Dorna Sports’ parent by a group of global investors for a estimated $5.3 billion required the expertise of experienced legal professionals from around the globe. The complex nature of the deal, involving the parent company of MotoGP – the premier class of international motorcycle racing – necessitated counsel from a mix…
In the realm of recent corporate legal activities, there has been a veritable flurry of litigation activity surrounding AT&T. The telecommunications giant now faces a spate of class-action lawsuits following a significant data breach reported in 2021. According to a complaint detailed in the case “Dean v. AT&T”, a dataset stolen from this incident was…
The 9th Circuit Court is currently weighing a case that brings into question if mandatory bar membership violates the 1st Amendment. The case stems from the Oregon State Bar, and notably, Judge John Owens queried if there exists anything that the Oregon State Bar president could publicly state, within their capacity as president, that would…
In a recent patent infringement case involving Dish Network and Realtime Adaptive Streaming, a Federal Circuit judge called the district court’s decision to grant Dish Network $3.9 million in legal fees into question. The award was a result of Dish Network’s successful defense against Realtime’s patent lawsuit. Federal Circuit Judge expressed doubts over the lump-sum…
In a revealing and insightful interview with Legaltech News, Ron De Jesus, formerly the chief privacy officer at Grindr, opened up on his latest role at Transcend, a data privacy and compliance solutions firm. De Jesus, who carved a niche for himself in the industry as the first-ever field chief privacy officer, took time to…
In an impressive demonstration of international collaboration, legal teams from across the globe have orchestrated the sale of MotoGP’s parent company. Colorado-based Liberty Media is acquiring Dorna Sports, the controlling entity for the top two motorcycle-racing series globally – MotoGP and WSBK. The deal, totaling $5.3 billion, highlights the growing investment interest in high-octane sports….
A case of interest has unfolded recently; two software engineer brothers claiming to be the inventors of the two-factor authorization have launched an accusation against the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The crux of their claim is that the USPTO has infringed upon their patent rights through its own sign-in process. The brothers assert…