A Miami gallery is facing legal trouble as it stands accused of selling over $6 million in counterfeit Andy Warhol artworks. The lawsuit claims that the gallery deceived a family of novice art collectors through an elaborate scheme promising “below-market prices” and involving fictitious representatives purportedly from the Warhol Foundation and a reputable New York…
The Federal Circuit recently faced a significant legal challenge regarding decisions made by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). According to a patent owner, a ruling that allows PTAB decisions to invalidate patent claims in subsequent U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proceedings is “contrary to the patent laws and congressional intent.” This controversy…
In a recent legal proceeding, Hytera Communications argued that its extensive radio redesign should demonstrate that it should not be held in contempt for allegedly continuing to use stolen trade secrets from Motorola Solutions. However, an Illinois federal judge questioned why Hytera did not seek the court’s guidance to better direct its redevelopment efforts. This…
The Ninth Circuit on Friday affirmed a lower court’s decision to deny a request by Proofpoint Inc. for exemplary damages following a $13.5 million trade secret theft verdict. The software company had hoped to see the damages doubled, but the appellate court ruled that any error made by the district court in denying these damages…
The United Kingdom has ceased its antitrust investigation into a school software company that was accused of making litigation threats against schools attempting to switch providers. Despite this development, the company asserts that it may still pursue claims against what it describes as the “misuse of its intellectual property.” The firm contends that the complaints…
The U.S. Department of Justice has issued a warning to a D.C. federal court that releasing audiotapes of President Joe Biden’s interviews concerning his handling of classified documents while serving as vice president could “cause significant harm to law enforcement interests.” This warning comes in response to demands from House Judiciary Committee Republicans for Attorney…
Appeals courts have awakened from their summertime slumber, scheduling significant arguments for the early autumn period. The new edition of Wheeling & Appealing from Law360 details these proceedings and highlights August’s most impactful appellate decisions. Additionally, it explores new polling data on U.S. Supreme Court opinions and offers insights into the history of the Fifth…
As autumn approaches, appellate courts are set to hear a series of high-profile cases that could have wide-reaching implications. This edition of “Wheeling & Appealing” by Law360 highlights the critical decisions expected in the coming weeks and offers a recap of August’s significant appellate rulings. Additionally, it delves into recent polling on U.S. Supreme Court…
Align Technology Inc. has agreed to a $27.5 million cash and coupon settlement to resolve antitrust claims brought by nearly 1.45 million buyers of SmileDirectClub teeth aligners. The consumers allege that Align colluded with the now-bankrupt SmileDirectClub to unlawfully limit competition in the market for teeth-straightening products. On Thursday, these consumers requested a California federal…
A Western District of Texas jury has rendered a $65.7 million verdict against Cisco Systems for infringing on Paltalk’s patent related to hybrid audio servers. The jury found that Cisco directly infringed on the patent and failed to invalidate certain claims. This decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal battle between the two…
Article Affirm, a fintech software platform specializing in buy-now-pay-later services, faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly failing to safeguard user data. The breach, involving its banking partner Evolve Bank & Trust, came to light when a known cybercriminal organization published client information on the dark web. Morgan & Morgan filed the complaint on Wednesday…
The union representing workers from Canada’s two largest rail companies has filed a court challenge against a labour board order requiring them to return to work. This directive was issued after the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference initiated a lockout on August 22, a move driven by accusations that Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas…
The Republican National Committee has urged a Georgia federal court to reject a request from the estate of Isaac Hayes to prohibit Donald Trump and other conservative groups from using the song “Hold On, I’m Coming” at events. The RNC claims that the song was properly licensed for use during the convention. Further details can…
Flo Health Inc., a popular menstrual cycle tracking app, is currently facing legal challenges as its users seek class certification in their lawsuit against the company along with Google and Meta. The plaintiffs allege that their personal health information was sold to these tech giants without their consent. This legal move aims to represent the…
Republic Bank Tells IP Lawsuit Judge It’s Bankrupt An embattled Pennsylvania-based bank has sought bankruptcy protection following its high-profile seizure by federal authorities as it grappled with $1.3 billion in debt, according to its latest filing in a trade secrets misappropriation suit. This financial setback marks a significant development in the ongoing legal challenges faced…
A Colorado immigration attorney has been disbarred following revelations that she filed documents with immigration authorities while her license was suspended. The attorney allegedly claimed she was licensed in Nebraska and appeared before an immigration judge without disclosing her suspended status. This information was detailed in a stipulation to discipline filed on Thursday. For more…
Singer Barry Manilow has filed a lawsuit against British music royalties outfit Hipgnosis in a California federal court. The legal action alleges that Hipgnosis failed to deliver on a set of marketing promises, including the initiation of a ‘Copacabana dance trend’ on TikTok, the promotion of a ‘Copacabana’ drink kit, and over a million dollars…
Samsung Electronics Co.’s attempt to gather evidence from PV Law LLP and a Chinese litigation funder regarding the alleged misuse of its confidential information has sparked a legal battle over attorney-client privilege. The law firm contends that complying with the subpoena would necessitate an exhaustive review of predominantly privileged documents, potentially compromising sensitive information. PV…
In a lawsuit filed in Delaware federal court, audiobook narrators have taken action against ElevenLabs Inc., a speech synthesis software company. The narrators, identified only by their pseudonyms “Bella” and “Adam,” allege that ElevenLabs used generative artificial intelligence to clone their voices without obtaining consent or providing compensation. The suit claims that the company is…
Longtime Google legal chief Kent Walker faced scrutiny this week at a hearing in federal court in Virginia ahead of a bench trial regarding the company’s ad tech business practices. U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema criticized Walker over a “Communication With Care” policy memo he issued in 2008, which advised employees to switch litigation-related chats…
Randy Mastro, a partner at King & Spalding and nominee for New York City Corporation Counsel by Mayor Eric Adams, faced intensive scrutiny during his confirmation hearing before the New York City Council. Over eight hours of zealous cross-examination, council members probed Mastro on his aggressive litigation tactics and representation of contentious clients, including Chevron…
SEC Climate and ESG Rules Likely Doomed The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Loper Bright has overturned the Chevron deference, a precedent that favored federal agencies’ rulemaking interpretations. This change is set to have significant ramifications for various regulatory frameworks, particularly those dealing with climate disclosure and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rules implemented…
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani is facing a new lawsuit from the Georgia election workers who previously secured a $148 million judgment against him in a D.C. federal court. The suit, filed on Friday, accuses Giuliani of “pretending” to live in Florida in an effort to shield his luxury Palm Beach condominium from their…
When Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced the selection of Justice Raheem L. Mullins to serve as the state’s Chief Justice, he underscored the jurist’s impressive tenure and contributions to the Connecticut Supreme Court. Serving for seven years, Justice Mullins has authored around 70 majority opinions, highlighting his significant influence on the state’s judiciary. Justice Mullins’s…
Major technology companies, including Google, Apple, and Discord, have been enabling people to quickly sign up to harmful \u201Cundress\u201D websites. These sites use artificial intelligence to remove clothes from real photos to make victims appear \u201Cnude\u201D without their consent. More than a dozen of these deepfake websites have been using login buttons from tech giants…