The Oklahoma Supreme Court has dealt a significant blow to survivors and descendants of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre by denying their claim for compensation. The ruling, which has been received with widespread disappointment among racial justice advocates, effectively closes a legal avenue that many had seen as a potential pathway to reparations for the…
Recent disclosures have revealed that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas took several additional free trips on private planes, courtesy of Republican megadonor Harlan Crow, that he has yet to disclose. This emerged as part of ongoing investigations by the Senate Judiciary Committee, which reached a deal with Crow to turn over years of pertinent documents….
The post from Above the Law titled “Andrew Left Reminded That Nothing About GameStop Makes Sense” delves into the peculiar and often bewildering behavior of GameStop’s stock. Financial analyst Andrew Left, known for his bearish stance on the company, finds himself puzzled by the seemingly irrational price movements of the stock. The text highlights the…
The journey to a seat on the United States Supreme Court is complex, marked by labyrinthine legal and political maneuvers. Historical data shows that the most common professional background for an appointee is that of a judge on an inferior federal court. This fact underscores the importance of federal judicial experience in preparing an individual…
A Cooley LLP attorney will face scrutiny in a Philadelphia courtroom next week concerning her decade-old work at a previous firm, where she defended a cloud software startup currently engaged in litigation against a Cooley client. This matter highlights the complexities and potential conflicts of interest prevailing in the legal practice, especially in the realm…
A prominent Cooley LLP lawyer will face scrutiny next week in a Philadelphia courtroom regarding her past work from a decade ago. The attorney previously defended a cloud software startup while at her former firm, a company now initiating litigation against a current Cooley client. This development adds another complex layer to ongoing intellectual property…
A Canadian businessman residing in China has pled guilty in New York federal court to scheming to sell secret battery manufacturing technology that belongs to Tesla, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The guilty plea underscores the ongoing challenges and legal implications of trade secret theft in the increasingly competitive field of electric vehicle…
The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to reject a challenge to the abortion drug mifepristone leaves lingering uncertainty around the long-term availability of the medication. Legal experts suggest that the ruling indicates a shift towards allowing voters rather than judicial intervention to decide key abortion issues. This development underscores the broader, ongoing debate about reproductive…
Alston & Bird Legal Victory In a pivotal legal development, Alston & Bird LLP has secured the right to arbitrate claims from a former aide alleging wrongful termination due to her refusal to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. On Thursday, a federal judge in Georgia approved the motion, effectively suspending the ongoing litigation until arbitration is…
The US Supreme Court sided with Starbucks Thursday, determining that the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) needs to follow a four-part test to establish unfair labor practices and for the rehiring of unionized employees. In this case, a group of six Starbucks employees unionized their Memphis store in 2022 and conducted interviews with local news,…
Abortion Medication Case Ends ‘With A Whimper’ At High Court On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a Fifth Circuit decision that had imposed restrictions on the abortion medication mifepristone. The high court found that a coalition of anti-abortion groups lacked standing to challenge the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s regulation of the drug. This…
On Thursday, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, along with his colleagues, unanimously upheld broad access to the abortion medication mifepristone, ensuring its availability for the time being. However, Justice Thomas took a unique position by writing separately to challenge a key standing rule. This standing rule, often paramount for litigants seeking to bring a…
Samsung has informed a Texas federal judge of its intention to seek approximately $26 million in attorney fees after the judge dismissed a patent infringement case. The case was dismissed on the grounds that the litigation was based on confidential documents, which the judge determined had been stolen by former employees of the tech giant….
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled on Thursday that Azerbaijan violated an article of the Human Rights Convention that enshrines freedom of speech by shutting down several news outlets between 2017 and 2018. The case centers on Azerbaijan’s complete blocking of the websites azadliq.org, anaxeber.az, az24saat.org, and xural.com during this period. National courts…
An equipment maker with a patent for making ice cream using cryogenics has recently filed a complaint in Washington federal court against a Florida franchisor. The lawsuit alleges that the franchisor has falsely claimed to operate under the equipment maker’s patent and has been charging its franchisees an “intellectual property fee.” The specifics of these…
A Washington federal jury determined on Thursday that a software company had infringed upon a teaching chart, resulting in an $8,000 award to the leadership consulting firm Enterprise Management Ltd. However, the jury found that the infringement was not considered willful. The case highlights ongoing legal challenges in the realm of intellectual property and software…
The Federal Circuit has denied requests for a rehearing from both parties involved in a case related to the drug Xifaxan. This decision stems from an April ruling that prohibits an Alvogen unit from launching a generic version of Bausch Health’s medication, which is used to treat diarrhea and brain disorders, until 2029. The impact…
The District of Colorado’s chief judge has recently advised attorneys to exercise caution in their voir dire practices. Addressing legal professionals at a presentation, the chief judge emphasized that referencing another juror’s response during the process can appear judgmental and create an unfavorable atmosphere. This insight underscores the delicate nature of jury selection and the…
A Louisiana theatrical production company has urged a Florida state court to rule in its favor on damages in a lawsuit against Celebrity Cruises Inc. The company alleges that Celebrity Cruises continued to use intellectual property beyond the scope of their licensing agreements, highlighting that a similar issue had already been ruled on in a…
A federal judge in Brooklyn is poised to reject a $30 billion settlement involving Visa Inc., Mastercard Inc., and a group of retailers aimed at capping credit-card swipe fees. Judge Margo Brodie from the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of New York expressed skepticism about the deal during a recent hearing, based on…
The U.S. Supreme Court has unanimously rejected an application to trademark the phrase “Trump too small” for use on T-shirts criticizing the former president. The court’s decision maintains the authority of the Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) to refuse such trademark registrations based on provisions of the Lanham Act, which prevent trademarks that identify “a…
A Puerto Rico agency planning a sports district in honor of late Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente has urged the First Circuit to maintain the agency’s dismissal from a trademark lawsuit. The suit was initiated by Clemente’s family, who allege that the agency used his name and likeness without authorization. The legal…
Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz partner Ivy Cadle faces a demanding schedule managing two of the firm’s Georgia offices while also serving as president of the State Bar of Georgia. Cadle attributes his ability to handle these responsibilities to his experience on various committees and offices within the state bar, which has prepared him…
The year was 1990. Home Alone dominated the box office, and “Hold On” by Wilson Phillips was the top song in the United States. It’s also the last time Congress passed comprehensive legislation creating new judgeships, as noted by Sen. Lindsey Graham at a Senate Judiciary Committee meeting on Thursday. During this meeting, the panel…
In a notable development in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings of Express Inc., a stalking horse bidder has emerged with an offer of $136 million in cash for the struggling retailer’s assets. This bid has been selected as the sole qualified offer to acquire the assets as a going-concern, positioning the bidder as the likely…