Latham & Watkins, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, and Linklaters are advising on a secondary listing in London for a Hong Kong-based tycoon. In conjunction with this move, Ashurst is providing counsel on a significant $449 million acquisition of a wind farm. This strategic maneuver is expected to enhance the tycoon’s global market presence while expanding his…
The federal judiciary’s main policy panel on Thursday proposed a significant overhaul surrounding mandatory financial disclosures in appellate amicus briefs. This initiative comes amidst heightened concerns over opaque “judicial lobbying,” an issue that has drawn considerable scrutiny and opposition from large corporations. For more details on the proposal and its implications, read the full report.
In a significant development during Tom Girardi’s California federal criminal trial, a University of Southern California neurology professor testified that she diagnosed the embattled lawyer with mild-to-moderate dementia. This diagnosis came just months after Girardi’s law firm experienced a collapse. Despite this, Girardi reportedly insisted at the time that his memory was unaffected and that…
A Colorado attorney and conservative radio personality is suing Wells Fargo and opposing counsel in a divorce proceeding over their alleged role in a hacking incident that apparently caused him to wire $375,000 for a client’s divorce settlement to Hong Kong. The attorney alleges that the bank and opposing counsel’s actions or negligence contributed to…
A Tennessee federal judge on Thursday granted summary judgment to Spotify in a copyright infringement lawsuit brought by Eminem’s music publisher. The judge rebuked the music publisher for employing a “wait-and-sue strategy” in an attempt to escalate the potential damages owed by the streaming giant. This strategy evidently did not sit well with the court,…
Civil rights attorney Lisa Bloom, her Calabasas, California-based firm, and her husband have agreed to pay a combined $274,000 to settle a False Claims Act suit brought by a rival law firm. The suit alleged they provided false information to secure a federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan during the COVID-19 pandemic. More details can…
The University of Notre Dame has suspended its men’s swimming program following an investigation by Ropes & Gray LLP. The probe confirmed widespread gambling among team members, contravening National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) rules. The university’s athletics director described the situation as “a deeply embedded team culture dismissive of Notre Dame’s standards for student-athletes.” For…
In a recent legal development, Baker Botts LLP and Sumner Schick LLP have come under scrutiny for their request of $14.3 million in attorney fees along with an additional $1.8 million in costs. These fees stem from their representation of Computer Sciences Corp. in a trade secrets case where a $168.4 million verdict was delivered…
The Federal Circuit on Thursday breathed new life into a patent suit by electronics giant Philips targeting fitness trackers made by Garmin. This development marks a significant point in the ongoing legal battle between the two companies, emphasizing the ongoing complexities surrounding patent disputes in the tech industry. For more details on this legal progression,…
Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd. argues it should not face contempt charges for allegedly failing to pay Motorola Solutions royalties on redesigned mobile radios. The company asserts that it meticulously overhauled its products “module by module, line by line,” following a trade secret theft verdict against it. For further details, the original article by Law360 is…
Artificial intelligence technology titan Nvidia Corp. has come under legal scrutiny following a proposed class action filed Wednesday in California federal court. The lawsuit alleges that Nvidia has been collecting millions of YouTube videos without the creators’ permission and using them to train its deep-learning AI software. This action raises significant questions about data privacy…
Narendra Modi’s business-friendly government has started to open the door to foreign law firms operating in India, albeit only slightly. In 2023, the Bar Council of India issued guidance which allows foreign lawyers to practice international law within the country. However, this has been met with cautious optimism, as firms are wary due to historical…
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals appears divided over a Washington State law that mandates employee health plans to include abortion coverage. During recent proceedings, one judge questioned the church’s claim of harm, given that none of its employees had utilized abortion services. Conversely, another judge expressed concern that dismissing the case might preclude future…
A Washington federal judge has criticized the arguments presented by the company behind Classmates.com, asserting that an individual could not have waived their right to sue the company for using their photo without ever visiting the website. The judge referred to this interpretation of the site’s Terms of Service as a “tortured view” of the…
The Disney+ To Forced Arbitration If We Kill You Pipeline Has A Few Holes: In a recent article, it was highlighted that Disney’s argument in a wrongful death case was met with strong criticism. The response underscores some significant gaps in the streaming giant’s legal positioning concerning forced arbitration for wrongful deaths. For an in-depth…
In a recent decision, Dallas-based Texas Instruments Inc. was unable to convince U.S. District Judge Alan Albright of the Western District of Texas to move a patent lawsuit out of his court. The judge’s ruling emphasized the proximity between Waco and the federal courthouse in Dallas, noting that the distance is less than 100 miles….
In a recent address to a group of attorneys, Colorado’s chief U.S. magistrate judge highlighted a significant shift in the state’s judicial landscape: the prolific rise of insurance cases. According to the judge, these matters now constitute almost half of the district’s civil jury trials, indicating a swiftly evolving legal environment. This surge in insurance-related…
Russian-American dual citizen Ksenia Karelina has been sentenced to 12 years in a penal colony and fined 300,000 rubles (approximately $3,400) by the Sverdlovsk Regional Court. The sentencing occurred in a closed session, underscoring the sensitivity and gravity of the charges against her (JURIST). Karelina was arrested on January 27, 2024, and detained in a…
The New Jersey judiciary has agreed to a settlement to address a federal investigation that uncovered discrimination against non-English speakers in Monmouth County court. The agreement involves implementing systemic improvements in training and translation services. This development was announced on Thursday. As part of the settlement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Department of…
A Georgia federal jury ruled on Thursday that controversial ex-attorney Lin Wood must pay $3.75 million to his three former law partners. Additionally, Wood is required to cover their attorney fees and costs, with the precise amount of these fees to be decided on Friday morning. The case highlights significant financial and legal repercussions for…
In a notable shift from past corporate practices, CEOs of major companies are increasingly running their businesses remotely while requiring employees to return to physical office environments. This week, both Starbucks Corp. and Victoria’s Secret & Co. have exemplified this trend by appointing new CEOs who will manage their respective companies from different states than…
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has condemned the recent storming of the UN Human Rights office in Sana’a, Yemen. This incident, occurring on August 3rd, marks the second such violation, following an earlier storming in June. Both incidents have resulted in the detainment of 11 UN personnel, whose unconditional release…
As the fiscal dynamics of the legal sector continue to evolve, a pattern emerges: the higher a law firm’s revenue, the more latitude it has to escalate its billing rates. Recent analysis from Wells Fargo’s Legal Specialty Group underscores this trend. In the first quarter of 2024, the average standard billing rates rose significantly year-over-year….
As the digital revolution continues to reshape traditional institutions, the courtrooms of Colorado have become the latest targets of cyber disruptions. The advent of online court sessions has certainly made judicial proceedings more accessible, but the ease of access has also attracted malicious actors. Recently, according to the Denver Gazette, hackers have been intruding on…
The importance of advertisers in the media ecosystem cannot be overstated. They provide crucial financial support that allows for the dissemination of informative and impactful journalism. As noted in a recent article by [Above the Law](https://abovethelaw.com/2024/08/thanks-a-bunch-to-our-advertisers-13/), the sentiment “It’s great to work with you” encapsulates the symbiotic relationship between media platforms and their advertisers. This…