A panel in Washington, D.C., has upheld the FDA’s decision in a case involving Ipsen’s acromegaly drug, determining that the drug does not meet the definition of a biologic under the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Ipsen had sought to have its drug classified as a biologic, which would have prevented the approval of generic…
Deeply Divided Court: Judges Disagree on Telecom Subsidies in FCC Case A recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has declared telecommunications subsidies for schools, low-income, and rural users as unconstitutional. This decision is seen as a significant development in the ongoing legal dispute over the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC)…
Kirkland & Ellis, a globally recognized law firm, successfully secured a $19.4 million award for the transportation technology company Platform Science in a high-stakes patent infringement case. The case was decided by jurors in San Diego, who concluded that Platform Science had willfully infringed on a patent held by Omnitracs of Texas. Notably, the founder…
An appeal concerning social media’s role in the tragic Buffalo massacre has seen an array of top-tier national lawyers enter the litigation. Key among them is the co-chair of Morrison & Foerster’s appellate practice and a partner from Hueston Hennigan, who are representing Discord and Amazon. Additionally, partners from Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe are set…
In a recent development, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane indicated he might “reconsider” the dismissal of Rudy Giuliani’s Chapter 11 proceeding. Despite having initially ordered the dismissal earlier this month, Judge Lane has not been able to officially enter a judgment due to Giuliani’s claims of being unable to pay the administrative fees associated with…
Martin Shkreli and Wu-Tang Clan Album Copies Martin Shkreli has responded to a crypto project’s attempt to compel him to relinquish copies of the one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album he once possessed. Shkreli contends that his original purchase agreement allows him to reproduce the album. Furthermore, he argued that the current crypto owner has not demonstrated…
The British Overseas NGOs for Development (Bond) released its latest report on Tuesday, finding that the UK’s civic space remains under pressure after being downgraded in global rankings. The report examines six key trends in the UK that pose threats to civil society. These include increasingly stringent anti-protest laws, limitations on what protesters can say…
In a recent piece published by Above the Law, the platform expressed its gratitude to its sponsors and highlighted the value they bring to the overall content and user experience. This acknowledgment is part of their ongoing effort to recognize the importance of partnerships and the role that advertising plays in sustaining high-quality legal journalism….
The Supreme Court’s decision to remove Chevron deference last June spurred significant debate about the current ideological pivot of the Court. Chief Justice John Roberts, often described as a right-leaning centrist, left room for some level of administrative agency discretion in his majority opinion, hinting that Skidmore deference could still play a role. In contrast,…
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Safe Auto, a subsidiary of Allstate, alleging that the insurer has systematically refused to pay actual cash value (ACV) sales tax and regulatory fees on total-loss vehicle claims. The legal complaint aims to represent all insureds who have experienced similar damages due to this practice. According to…
The U.S. Copyright Office has introduced a new group registration mechanism tailored for news websites that frequently update their content. This development enables publications to register a collection of updates as a collective work, without needing to encompass the entire website’s content, as reported in the Federal Register. This streamlined approach aims to facilitate the…
Justice Elena Kagan has expressed concerns that the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn the longstanding Chevron deference doctrine will create significant “instability” and “uncertainty” in lower courts. Speaking at the Ninth Circuit judicial conference in Sacramento, California, Kagan observed that the direction and impact of this change are yet to be fully understood. The…
State lawmakers in Delaware have faced a surprising obstacle due to a “donut hole” in the recent Delaware General Corporation Law amendment. This legislative oversight has significantly impacted the governance concessions that information technology company N-able Inc. extended to its lead investors. According to a Delaware vice chancellor’s ruling on Thursday, the hasty amendment has…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced that it will maintain current post-registration response deadlines. This decision follows the agency’s conclusion that many trademark owners would not be impacted by the proposed shorter response periods. For more information, you can read the complete details here.
In a significant development for the 2024 presidential race, Biglaw firms appear set to play a crucial role in supporting Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. According to comments provided by Peter Zeughauser, founder of law firm management consulting firm Zeughauser Group, to the National Law Journal, attorneys from Am Law 200 firms are mobilizing to…
Vault’s most recent practice area rankings have identified a New York-based Biglaw firm as the leader in antitrust law. The firm, founded in 1946, has consistently demonstrated its expertise and dominance in the field of antitrust, meriting this recognition. According to the rankings, this firm’s proficiency spans various facets of antitrust law, including mergers and…
As the Olympic Games approach, many athletes are intensifying their training regimes, but few face the additional challenge of maintaining a demanding professional career. Keenan Horne is one such individual, balancing his responsibilities as a senior member of South Africa’s national hockey team with his full-time role at Mayer Brown, a prestigious law firm. Horne…
The North Carolina Bar Association has welcomed a new president amid a year of significant change. This period includes an upcoming election in November featuring several judicial races, as well as ongoing efforts to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the legal industry. Another major focus is the extensive project of digitizing the state’s…
The largest law firms in major cities are experiencing a noticeable surge in lateral partner activity, particularly in practice areas such as corporate, finance, white-collar, and investment management and funds. According to recent data published by legal recruiting firm Macrae, the first half of this year has seen a significant increase in lateral moves compared…
The trend of reducing office space among firms in certain areas of the U.S. does not seem to be impacting big law firms in New York. Data from commercial real estate firm Cresa shows that since the beginning of 2023, seven out of 10 Am Law 200 firm relocations in New York involved either similar…
The Third Circuit has transferred an immigration case to the Sixth Circuit, ruling that the latter is the appropriate venue for an appeal. This decision is rooted in the fact that the underlying complaint was filed in Ohio, despite the case involving virtual appearances from multiple remote locations. This development marks a significant procedural clarification…
In a notable shift within the legal field, Dallas-based trial lawyer Mark Johansen has transitioned from his role as a litigation partner at Reed Smith to join Egan Nelson. Johansen is now a partner in the commercial litigation group at the midsize firm, a move he made on July 10. According to Johansen, this change…
In a notable decision, a federal bankruptcy court in West Palm Beach has dismissed the Gateway Pundits’ Chapter 11 bankruptcy case. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Mindy Mora of the Southern District of Florida found that the publication failed to demonstrate a good faith intent in filing and pursuing the case. This ruling highlights the essential requirement…
The Class of 2023 has achieved unprecedented milestones in legal employment and salaries, as detailed in a recent report by the National Association for Law Placement. This cohort set new records for the overall employment rate, securing jobs that demand or anticipate bar passage, and reported significant increases in both median and average salaries. Additionally,…
A Las Vegas resident has pled not guilty to allegations involving threats aimed at federal and state officials across multiple states, including federal judges. The indictment, consisting of 22 counts, was unsealed this week in Nevada federal court. The threats purportedly targeted officials in New York, Montana, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C. For more detailed…