A California federal judge on Monday refused to dismiss artists’ copyright infringement claims against four companies involved in the creation and distribution of AI-generated art from text prompts. This decision means that the copyright claims will proceed, although several other claims brought forward in the class action, such as unjust enrichment and breach of contract,…
Girardi Client Turmoil Came as Firm Spent $70 Million From Trust More than $70 million were transferred from the Girardi Keese firm’s client trust accounts to its operating account over the course of ten years, a former firm accounting employee testified Monday. These funds, meant to be held on behalf of the firm’s clients, were…
An attorney who sued Tom Girardi on behalf of a woman seeking withheld settlement funds testified Monday in Girardi’s criminal fraud trial, telling a Los Angeles jury that he believed the disbarred lawyer was not in cognitive decline but was instead deliberately attempting to confuse him with bizarre excuses. The testimony casts doubt on any…
Legal News Coverage Cryptocurrency advocacy group the DeFi Education Fund announced on Monday that it has reached a significant agreement with a blockchain solutions firm. The firm was accused of “trolling” a pair of decentralized crypto protocols. As part of the agreement, the DeFi Education Fund purchased the contentious patent and dedicated it to the…
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is facing a legal dispute in New York state court, brought forth by a debt collection agency. The lawsuit centers around an alleged unpaid balance exceeding $350,000 for services rendered by legal technology company TransPerfect Legal Solutions. For further details on this developing story, you can read more here.
By Kelcey Caulder (August 12, 2024, 8:41 PM EDT) — A former law partner of controversial ex-attorney L. Lin Wood on Monday told a Georgia federal jury that social media posts Wood made accusing her and two other former partners of defamation led to widespread online harassment, damage to her professional reputation and threats. The…
A Georgian-American businessman mentioned in special counsel Robert Mueller’s report on Russian interference in the 2016 election can move forward with claims that the report’s inaccuracies harmed his reputation and business dealings, as stated by the D.C. Circuit on Friday. For further details on this developing legal matter, you can access the article on Law360.
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has agreed to evaluate the validity of all claims of a Nike patent that covers its Flyknit line of sneakers. This action comes in response to a challenge brought by Lululemon. The decision to review the patent could have significant implications for both companies in the competitive athletic…
On Monday, Delaware’s Supreme Court denied a former Morris James LLP paralegal’s effort to renew his claim for unemployment benefits. The court concluded that the paralegal did not demonstrate that a lower court made a “reversible error” when it upheld the denial of his claim. This decision came after the paralegal had agreed to leave…
In a recent decision, Delaware’s chief judge expressed confusion over Alnylam Pharmaceuticals’ argument in a patent case involving Pfizer and BioNTech. The biotechnology firm contended that the term “vaccine” in one of its patents, allegedly infringed by Pfizer and BioNTech, did not necessarily imply the presence of an actual vaccine. The judge dismissed this claim,…
The U.S. Department of the Treasury is seeking to quell concerns that the Corporate Transparency Act’s disclosure requirements may lead to more invasive government data collection. In a recent brief, the Treasury Department asked a Michigan federal judge to uphold the law as constitutional. The Act requires certain companies to report their beneficial owners to…
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, faces another legal quandary as his former attorney seeks to withdraw from representing him. The underlying issue appears to be linked to non-payment, highlighting a not-so-uncommon predicament in high-profile legal disputes. More details can be found through Above the Law. Political dramas also continue to unfold, with…
A glass processing equipment distributor has faced a legal setback in a patent infringement case. A North Carolina federal judge has denied the company’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit filed by its Finnish competitor. The court found that the Finnish company’s allegations of “exclusionary rights” to the glass tempering patents were sufficient to keep the…
Many associates are eagerly watching to see if their firms will follow Milbank’s lead in rolling out summer bonuses. This move has put significant pressure on other major law firms to match these incentives. One recruiter noted the heightened anticipation among associates, as well as the strategic waiting game being played in the legal industry….
A Florida federal judge has invalidated three patents held by Jetaire Aerospace LLC related to “fuel tank ignition mitigation technology.” This ruling comes as a significant early win for AerSale Inc., Jetaire’s competitor, who was facing infringement claims from Jetaire. The decision fully supports a magistrate judge’s earlier recommendation that the patents should be invalidated…
An order from the Texas Supreme Court requiring counties to integrate their online case management software with a statewide system is facing strong resistance from Tarrant County, the state’s third most populous county, anchored by Fort Worth. The mandate, which necessitates compliance by October 1, has raised significant security and financial concerns. Moreover, Tarrant County…
Chile’s leading law firm, Carey Abogados, has announced its next managing partner as part of a broader succession plan. Pablo Iacobelli is set to oversee the day-to-day operations of the firm, while brothers Jorge and Jaime Carey transition into more senior advisory roles. For further details, visit the original article.
Software company Proofpoint has urged the Ninth Circuit to reconsider a lower court’s decision that denied it exemplary damages, which could have potentially doubled its $13.5 million verdict for trade secret theft. The company argues that the ruling violated its Seventh Amendment right to a jury trial, contending that a jury, rather than a judge,…
A legal dispute has arisen between the manufacturer of the Autobrush automatic toothbrush and a rival company based in Poland. The Connecticut-based company has filed a lawsuit in federal court, alleging that the Polish firm’s U-shaped toothbrush design infringes on its patents. The complaint underscores the ongoing challenges companies face in protecting their intellectual property…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken legal action against a couple, their company, and its promoters, alleging a $650 million cryptocurrency fraud scheme that spanned globally. The SEC’s complaint details that the accused misled investors and engaged in activities that amounted to violations of federal securities laws. Joel Hirschhorn of Hirschhorn Law,…
Recent moves in the European legal market have seen firms such as Herbert Smith Freehills and Eversheds Sutherland make significant hires. Portugal’s PLMJ has also been active in expanding its team. These developments highlight a dynamic period of lateral moves and new leadership among major players in the region. For a detailed look into these…
Anyone who has been in a multigenerational group chat likely has experienced the joys and pitfalls of how the different generations interact. Now picture those dynamics unfolding in the fast-paced, high-pressure setting of a modern law firm. Results from a recent Law.com Reader’s Poll show that, in some cases, the way legal professionals of different…
The class in an overtime case against a New York cosmetic surgery office was decertified due to significant discovery failures by the plaintiffs’ counsel, according to a federal judge. The decision, rendered by Judge Gregory H. Woods of the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, highlights a pattern of deficient representation…
A Federal Circuit panel determined on Monday that the company responsible for creating the artificial sweetener in Coke Zero cannot patent its formula once it has been exposed to consumers, even if the recipe remains a closely guarded secret. This decision aligns with legal precedents that date back to the 1800s. For more details, the…
The journey of liberalization in India’s legal market continues to attract international attention. Over the past 18 months, numerous international law firms have either established or bolstered their India practices, reflecting the ongoing shift in the legal landscape. Significant changes are anticipated, potentially reshaping the market dynamics and opportunities for both domestic and international legal…