Legal representatives for four companies that manufacture or deliver software enabling the generation of images utilizing text cues have implored a federal judge in California to reconsider his preliminary standpoint on allowing a proposed group of artists’ copyright claims to proceed. This provisional opinion has triggered alarms within the representatives, with one sounding a warning…
Yesterday Amazon appealed to an Illinois federal judge in attempts to dismiss a verdict which ruled the company responsible for infringing three cloud data storage technology patents. These patents are owned by Kove IO, a software company based in Chicago, due to which the e-commerce giant would owe $525 million. In response, Amazon contended that…
Arendi SARL, a globally recognized entity in the field of technology and innovation, is urging the Federal Circuit to revive its two data system patent lawsuits. These lawsuits allege that both Google and Oath Holdings have breached the Arendi’s intellectual property rights. The kernel of their dispute lies in their claim that the lower court…
On Wednesday, the Sixth Circuit held a hearing in relation to a significant trademark dispute between two organizations involved with digital preservation of home movies, photos, and various other media types. The underlying conflict will continue to take place in a Tennessee federal court, as determined by the court’s ruling. This decision was concretized despite…
In a noteworthy legal development, pharmaceutical giant Teva must continue its defense against an antitrust lawsuit pertaining to its QVAR asthma inhalers. A Massachusetts federal judge has largely dismissed Teva’s preliminary motions to throw out the suit, asserting that the accusations of a decade-long anticompetitive scheme present plausible grounds for further scrutiny. The antitrust claims…
In a recent legal development regarding patent rights, Stanley Black & Decker Inc, a globally recognized American manufacturer of industrial tools and household hardware, came out victorious against Zircon Corp, its competitor. The U.S. Federal Circuit reaffirmed a previous decision, supporting the U.S. International Trade Commission’s conclusion that Zircon Corp failed to demonstrate it possesses…
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) recently ruled that Russia had discriminated against a teacher, referred to as A.K. in the case A.K. v. Russia, who was dismissed after her pictures indicating same-sex orientation surfaced on the internet. In November of 2014, the pictures in question, inclusive of A.K. kissing other women, were compiled…
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board recently dismissed an attempt made by DraftKings and several other gambling companies to invalidate four patents related to location software technology. These patents, held by a patent attorney, have been employed to sue no less than ten predominant betting brands. The said location software patents in question involve technologies…
The World Bank reported in February that Lebanon’s real GDP contracted by 34% between 2018 and 2022, eradicating over 15 years of the country’s economic growth. This drastic downturn was precipitated by the collapse of Lebanon’s currency, banks, and public debt in October 2019. The situation was further exacerbated by the aftermath of the Beirut…
Electronic design automation software company Silvaco Group recently announced the pricing of an impressive $114 million initial public offering (IPO). The IPO was positioned at the top of the company’s range and legal expertise for the transaction was provided by well-known firms DLA Piper and Cooley LLP. DLA Piper, a global law firm with offices…
In a recent development on the legal trending issues, the Federal Circuit upheld a prior decision that denied a popular sorority’s attempts to secure a trademark registration for the acronym “ZTA” intended for usage in the consumer goods market. The proceeding was adjudicated with a one-line ruling, underpinning the prior judgment on the case. This…
A group of federal judges in Colorado has made a concerted effort to enlist the support of more attorneys to assist pro se litigants. Pro se litigants, those who represent themselves in court, account for approximately a third of the district’s cases each year. The judges emphasized the role of legal professionals in preventing tactical…
Washington’s high court has declined to hear a challenge by a personal injury lawyer against his former firm’s fee-splitting agreement. The decision allows a state appellate court’s ruling to stand, confirming the contract’s “clear and unequivocal language” obliging him to distribute half of the fees he received from the firm’s past clients following his exit…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently raised a lawsuit against Doxo, indicating a continuing crackdown on ‘dark patterns’. A term used to describe interfaces designed to trick users, the FTC alleges these tactics used by Doxo duped consumers into believing they were making payments directly to their billers via their own websites. Notably, these…
In an intriguing recent development, two companies at odds over the ownership of the “Moke” trademark both now stand in opposition to a lower court’s judgement. The formations of the case were noted this past Wednesday by a Fourth Circuit panel. The root of the conflict lies between Moke America LLC and Moke International Ltd.,…
Two significant firms from the tri-state area, Harris Beach and Murtha Cullina, are making strides towards a strategic collaboration aimed at boosting their joint presence in the Northeast. Harris Beach, with its roots in Rochester, and Murtha Cullina, headquartered in Connecticut, plan to form Harris Beach Murtha. The combined business entity would present a team…
In a recent disturbance causing ripples in legal circles, a trial has been postponed seemingly due to the handling incompetence of the presiding judge. Such irregularities were dealt with by Judge Cannon, whose series of missteps have manifested themselves in the delay in the proceedings. This serves as an example of how internal foibles can…
The traditional footprint of Biglaw firms is gradually diminishing. According to data collected by the American Lawyer, the average square footage of office space leased by Am Law 200 firms demonstrates a sharp decline. This mirrors an industry-wide transition sparked, in part, by the greater demand for remote work opportunities. In their recent reporting, Above…
The Biden administration has appointed the Acacia Center for Justice to oversee a court-ordered legal access program. This program focuses on assisting migrant families who were separated under previous administration’s policy of prosecuting any person unlawfully entering the United States. Learn more about this policy on Law360. The Acacia Center for Justice, renowned for their…
In an ongoing legal dispute over alleged intellectual property theft, an attorney representing a client all claims against whom were dropped pre-trial is now challenging the Delaware Supreme Court. The litigation initially focussed on purportedly stolen trade secrets related to trash-handling systems; however, the appeal is in relation to the Chancery Court’s alleged neglect to…
In a recent case, Robins Kaplan LLP has come under scrutiny by a Manhattan appeals panel for their actions during investor litigation. The law firm is accused of accessing files from an opposing party’s Dropbox database that was inadvertently shared. This case also drew criticism towards the opposing side, for their misstep in not noticing…
Last year, the National Park Service proposed a plan suggesting that the free-roaming wild horse herd in Theodore Roosevelt National Park should be removed, prompting public comment periods to gauge public sentiment on this decision. Efforts to collect public comments garnered results from residents across all 50 states, with a notable number of comments in…
In a recent development, Blue Bottle Coffee LLC, has faced defeat in its trademark infringement case against an unnamed company that has been selling coffee apparatus and accessories using the term “Blue Brew”. The California federal judge presiding over the case stated there was an absence of evidence that could demonstrate customer confusion arising from…
In the “Star Wars” movies, the Trade Federation is a powerful conglomerate controlling interstellar commerce, armed with its own private military and a seat in the Galactic Senate. It leverages its clout to control pricing, enforce one sided trade agreements with planets and even manipulate local politics. The extent of its influence was perhaps most…
A cannabis retailer has lodged a lawsuit against the law firm Vicente LLP with the allegation of negligence. The retailer asserts that the firm was responsible for drafting an amendment to a purchase agreement, which then barred the company from recouping almost $5 million in damages when their deal collapsed. This dispute emerged in the…