During a discussion at the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan voiced concerns about contemporary issues facing the agency, including the significant expenses incurred for expert witnesses. Of particular note, she described AI price-setting tools as a potential loophole for corporate collusion, highlighting the emerging complexities brought on by advanced technologies….
Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan expressed concerns regarding the potential misuse of AI price-setting tools during a discussion at the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference. Khan highlighted these tools as a potential loophole for corporate collusion, alongside addressing the agency’s significant legal expenses for expert witnesses. These remarks come amidst increasing scrutiny of AI in…
The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced Wednesday that it has secured new telecast and streaming agreements with Amazon, NBCUniversal, and The Walt Disney Co. valued collectively at $76 billion over 11 years. This marks the end of the league’s longstanding partnership with TNT, which has indicated it will “take appropriate action.” For more details, you…
Legal News U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar emphasized the necessity for the federal government to prioritize justice over merely achieving victories. During her keynote speech at the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, she called attention to the Department of Justice’s revised stance in a Supreme Court case that pertains to a criminal defendant’s entitlement to a…
In an ongoing legal battle concerning three-dimensional interface technology, U.S. District Judge Alan D. Albright has agreed to a stay in the lawsuit accusing Apple of patent infringement. This decision allows both parties to appeal the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s rulings, which had invalidated some of the patents in question, to the Federal Circuit….
Despite entering the workforce during a pandemic, most 2020 law school graduates are thriving, with high rates of employment and a dip in educational debt, according to a report released Wednesday by the National Association for Law Placement Inc. However, some graduates still feel the negative effects on their mental health. More details can be…
A staffer at the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office has initiated a state court lawsuit following his termination, which he contends was based on an accidental risqué reply-all email. The lawsuit alleges that his former boss and the county engaged in defamation and obstructed his ability to secure future employment. This incident highlights the growing…
A startup founded by a Michigan professor has requested that the full Federal Circuit reconsider a decision issued by U.S. District Judge Alan Albright. The startup contends that the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) wrongly entertained certain arguments from Apple. The specifics of the case were not elaborated upon in available information, but the…
On Wednesday, the Federal Circuit decisively rejected efforts by an internet router manufacturer to reinstate testimony that might have significantly altered two rulings made by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The court’s decision centers around whether to revive intellectual property ideas that were conceived decades ago by a now-bankrupt technology company. The proceedings…
A Colorado federal judge has made a significant decision in the ongoing intellectual property dispute between foam shoemaker Joybees and Crocs. The judge concluded that Crocs’ patent illustrations provide a more accurate representation of the design of the clogs, as opposed to the written descriptions provided by Joybees. This ruling underscores the importance of visual…
Legal News A judge who recently faced removal from the bench is contesting the Judicial Conduct Commission’s decision. Her actions, which included threatening to shoot teenagers and promising to ignore police civil rights violations, have been brought under scrutiny. For more details on her defense, you can refer to the comprehensive report available here. In…
In a noteworthy lateral move, 20 partners have departed from Holland & Knight to join Polsinelli’s Philadelphia office, creating turbulence but not necessarily spelling doom for the former firm. Above the Law reports that the partners, many of whom are executive compensation and employee stock ownership plan attorneys, are part of a group that previously…
The landscape of diversity within Biglaw equity partnership continues to be a focal point of discussion, particularly as firms strive to improve their inclusivity metrics. According to the latest 2024 Law360 Pulse Diversity Snapshot, two prominent Biglaw firms, each with more than 601 attorneys, have emerged as leaders in this arena. The report highlights that…
A California federal judge has denied TikTok’s request to dismiss a trade secrets lawsuit filed by Beijing Meishe. The suit involves an allegation that copyrighted source code for video editing was misappropriated after a former Meishe employee joined TikTok. Beijing Meishe claims to have discovered a “striking similarity” between its own object codes and those…
Florida-based Carrier Corp. and a former salesman have reached an agreement in a lawsuit where the company accused the ex-employee of stealing trade secrets. As part of the agreement, the former salesman has committed to a Connecticut federal court that he will refrain from disclosing any protected information obtained during his tenure with the company….
This week’s data trend analysis in the legal industry explores several crucial developments that are shaping the sector. Dig into must-see data from the Law.com Newsroom for insights on the latest trends impacting corporate law firms, litigation practices, and transactional work. The report outlines patterns such as evolving client demands, the rise of technology in…
This week’s data from the legal industry highlights significant trends, including demographic details of Georgia’s judicial appointments and revenue growth at law firms in New Jersey and New York. Insights from the Law.com Newsroom bring to light how these developments are shaping the field. For more nuanced data and in-depth analysis, the article provides a…
The European Council has approved new restrictive measures targeting individuals and entities allegedly responsible for severe human rights abuses, including sexual and gender-based violence. These sanctions, implemented under the EU’s Global Human Rights Sanction Regime, encompass travel bans and asset freezes against four individuals and two entities. The individuals sanctioned include Abdel Karim Mohammed Ibrahim,…
A personal injury lawyer who also races cars should not be permitted to deduct around $300,000 for racing-related expenses as ordinary business advertising costs. This argument was presented by the U.S. government to the Tenth Circuit on Wednesday. The government maintains that these costs are not connected to the lawyer’s legal practice, challenging the notion…
Harvard University’s attempt to dismiss claims of failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitic intimidation was challenged in a Massachusetts federal court. Students’ legal representatives argued that the institution’s efforts amounted to telling the plaintiffs to “cool your jets” while the issue was being addressed. The case highlights ongoing concerns about antisemitism on university campuses…
Holland & Knight is currently evaluating the future of its Philadelphia office following a strategic move by Polsinelli that saw the latter acquire a significant number of Holland & Knight’s partners. The firm initially entered the Philadelphia market in 2018 with a group of 11 partners from Reed Smith. Several of those attorneys are now…
KnowBe4, a US-based security vendor, recently disclosed that it unknowingly hired a North Korean hacker who attempted to introduce malware into the company\u2019s network. According to KnowBe4 CEO Stu Sjouwerman\u2019s blog post, the incident was quickly identified and mitigated without any data loss or unauthorized access. \u201CFirst of all: No illegal access was gained, and…
In a recent legal development, ABC has lost its motion to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump against the network and anchor George Stephanopoulos. The case revolves around statements Stephanopoulos made during a March 2024 interview with Rep. Nancy Mace, where he asserted that two separate juries had found Trump liable…
The U.S. House recently failed to advance legislation that would permit private organizations, which develop standards for various safety matters, to retain copyright protections even when their standards are incorporated by reference into laws. The proposed legislation stipulated that these standards must be made available for free online to maintain their copyright protections. This development…
A recent incident has led to the departure of a prominent partner from the newly merged Allen & Overy Shearman & Sterling firm. According to a report by RollOnFriday, the London-based partner was apprehended by police for driving under the influence in New Forest, England, with a blood alcohol level three times above the legal…