UMG Hit With Copyright Suit Over Pitbull Song ‘I Feel Good’ Universal Music Group (UMG) and rapper Pitbull’s label imprint are facing a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by a New York company. The lawsuit, which was brought before a New York federal court, alleges that Pitbull’s 2021 hit “I Feel Good” unlawfully replicates the melody,…
Investors accusing major banks of conspiring to rig corporate bonds have informed a New York federal court of their intention to file a new complaint following the Second Circuit’s revival of the lawsuit last month. This revival was prompted by a potential conflict with the previous judge overseeing the case. In contrast, the defendants argue…
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has aligned with Sonos in urging the Federal Circuit to discard Google’s assertion that the conclusion of Chevron deference necessitates a reassessment of the ITC’s precedents concerning patent authority. The ITC criticized Google’s stance, describing the case as a “poor vehicle” for such a review. The ongoing legal confrontation…
During a court testimony on Thursday, a former Girardi Keese attorney, Alexa Galloway, described her difficulties in securing a settlement payment for her client, Judy Selberg. Galloway, who began her tenure at the Los Angeles firm as a law clerk in 2018, revealed that despite her persistent efforts, Tom Girardi had not yet paid Selberg…
A small Florida chain of souvenir stores faced a setback at the Second Circuit on Thursday as their attempt to revive allegations concerning the ownership concealment of trademark registrations was dismissed. The court concluded that the chain “should have uncovered the alleged fraud” in an earlier, decade-old lawsuit, which had since been settled. This ruling…
The UK government has called on social media platforms to take immediate and decisive action to curb the spread of hateful and violent content online. This push comes in response to recent violent anti-immigration riots across the UK and the circulation of an online “hit list” targeting immigration lawyers and services. OfCom, the UK communications…
In the third day of Thomas V. Girardi’s criminal trial, the defense adopted a blame-shifting strategy, attempting to deflect responsibility for unpaid clients onto a former junior associate. Girardi, a once-prominent attorney, faces charges of misappropriating millions of dollars from clients. The trial is being closely monitored due to Girardi’s high-profile status and the serious…
A former Girardi Keese attorney shed tears Thursday as she testified in Tom Girardi’s California federal criminal trial. The attorney recounted her growing confusion over several months regarding Girardi’s failure to issue a settlement check to her client. She noted that his excuses for withholding the money increasingly made no sense, deepening her distress over…
PNC vs Plaid: Expert Testimony Limited A Pennsylvania federal judge has approved several suggested expert witnesses but limited the testimony of others in PNC Financial Services Group’s trademark infringement lawsuit against Plaid Inc., which alleges that Plaid copied its logo and login screens. This decision plays a critical role in shaping the evidentiary landscape of…
Civil society representatives addressed the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday, urging the incorporation of gender perspectives into all elements of peacekeeping missions. The speakers highlighted how the critical situation in Sudan underscores the necessity for the United Nations to learn from past peacekeeping missions, particularly regarding the safety and security of women. Kholood Khair,…
Video game maker and online game store operator Valve Corp. has called on a Texas federal judge to impose sanctions on a Texas company, which Valve characterized as a “patent troll.” In its sanctions motion, Valve accused the company of reiterating “frivolous” legal theories and deliberately filing its barcode patent infringement lawsuit in an improper…
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Police Reforms Working Group have issued a strong call for the National Police Service to uphold lawful conduct and respect human rights in anticipation of upcoming protests. The joint statement, released on Wednesday, emphasized the police’s constitutional duty to safeguard the right to peaceful assembly while protecting…
Delta Air Lines’ attorneys at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP firmly criticized CrowdStrike’s “blame the victim” defense following a catastrophic global IT outage last month. The legal team vowed to take both CrowdStrike and Microsoft to court, aiming to recover what Delta estimates to be over $500 million in revenue losses. For more detailed coverage, please…
The marijuana industry continues to face significant challenges in brand protection due to the federal illegality of cannabis. This status confines businesses to operate in an unclear legal landscape, particularly concerning trademark law. As a result, companies and their legal teams are compelled to devise innovative strategies to safeguard their brands. For more detailed insights,…
The Copenhagen District Court has sentenced a Polish citizen to four months in prison for assaulting Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The court also imposed a six-year entry ban on the convicted individual, forbidding him from entering Denmark following the completion of his sentence. According to local media reports, the assault occurred in June when…
In the ever-evolving ecosystem of legal journalism and analysis, Above the Law continues to deliver insightful content to its readers. The publication recently highlighted the critical role played by advertisers in sustaining the platform. In their latest post titled “Thanks To Our Awesome Advertisers,” Above the Law underscores the symbiotic relationship between their content and…
The legal industry has been buzzing with news of significant summer bonuses at law firms, as reported in a recent piece by Above the Law. According to the article, some firms are awarding bonuses up to $25,000, emphasizing a lucrative trend for legal professionals during the summer months. This surge in bonuses isn’t confined to…
In a significant development regarding the ongoing dispute between Apple Inc. and Masimo Corp., a California federal judge has decided to hold separate trials for the trade secrets and patent claims over the Apple Watch. This decision aligns with Apple’s preference and denies Masimo’s request to consolidate the issues into a single, later trial. The…
FTX, the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange formerly led by Sam Bankman-Fried, has agreed to pay $12.7 billion to customers impacted by Bankman-Fried’s fraudulent activities. According to a court order, US District Judge P. Kevin Castel mandated FTX to reimburse $8.7 billion in restitution and an additional $4 billion from ‘gains received in connection with the violations’….
Document TikTok Inc. has presented 18 affirmative defenses in a copyright and trade secrets lawsuit involving allegations from Beijing Meishe Network Technology Co. Ltd. The Chinese company asserts that TikTok misappropriated proprietary information. Among TikTok’s defenses is the claim that Beijing Meishe does not own some or all of the disputed intellectual property rights, which…
General Motors Fender Patent Won’t Be Challenged, After All General Motors Co. (GM) has resolved a patent dispute with a Chicago-based auto parts supplier, concluding a legal contest that escalated to the Federal Circuit. The conflict centered on a design patent for GM’s front fender and resulted in significant changes to design patent jurisprudence. The…
Article Summary Legal professionals often follow a conventional approach in trial advocacy, progressing through stages of case analysis, direct and cross-examinations, and finally, opening and closing statements. Reuben Guttman from Guttman Buschner advocates for a different method: reverse-engineering cases. According to Guttman, beginning with the end in mind—focusing initially on opening and closing arguments—can streamline…
Legal News Robinhood Markets Inc. continues its engagement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following a warning received from the financial regulator in May. CEO Vlad Tenev discussed the issue during an interview, revealing that the company has provided a response to the SEC’s Wells notice concerning its cryptocurrency operations. Tenev emphasized the…
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In a recent ruling, a Delaware federal court sided with an Ohio-based infant car seat company, affirming that its newly designed car seats are distinct from the patent-infringing models that were previously banned and subjected to a $3.2 million judgment. The case, brought forward by a Taiwanese competitor, initially targeted the earlier car seat models,…