Western Digital has petitioned a California federal court to overturn a jury’s $262 million verdict against the company. The hard drive maker argues that it did not infringe on any of MR Technologies’ patents and requests either the judgment be nullified or a new trial be ordered. The dispute centers around technology designed to increase…
News Article A senior aide and confidante of New York City Mayor Eric Adams had her phone and records seized by state prosecutors and was separately subpoenaed by federal agents on Friday, the same day Adams was arraigned on federal corruption charges. This development represents a significant turn in the case, potentially widening the scope…
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., has criticized defense contractors for attempting to “sabotage” initiatives aimed at compelling them to provide parts and data necessary for the U.S. Department of Defense to repair its own equipment. According to Warren, this obstruction undermines the DOD’s operational efficiency and incurs unnecessary costs. Warren is urging the DOD to address…
In recent developments, an online hemp retailer has successfully narrowed a lawsuit brought by a North Carolina farm accusing the retailer of altering THC reports before selling the farm’s products. According to a decision by a state Business Court judge, it was determined that the two entities are not direct competitors. Additionally, the court found…
Lawyers for The Walt Disney Co. have requested that a California federal judge dismiss an animator and writer’s lawsuit accusing the entertainment giant of appropriating his ideas for their popular movie, “Moana.” The attorneys argued that there is no evidence warranting a jury trial. Detailed arguments and case proceedings are discussed in the full article…
In the four decades since Congress passed the Hatch-Waxman Act aiming to enhance the availability of generic drugs, various strategies employed by the pharmaceutical industry have kept prices of several life-saving drugs high. According to Law360, legal experts point to tactics such as patent thickets, “evergreening,” and pay-for-delay agreements that have effectively blocked competition. These…
Democratic US Senator Ron Wyden introduced the Judicial Modernization and Transparency Act, a bill targeting significant reforms to the United States Supreme Court. Among its primary objectives, the proposed legislation seeks to expand the Court from the current nine justices to fifteen. This expansion aims to address concerns over the potential long-term political influences of…
A Texas federal jury has issued a $22 million judgment against Taiwanese computer manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer Inc. for patent infringement. The case revolved around patents owned by SVV Technology Innovations Inc. for a film designed to redirect natural daylight. SVV Technology had originally sought nearly $59 million in damages. The full details and implications of…
U.S. District Judge Paul Diamond of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania appeared to grow frustrated with attorney Julie Negovan as she sought to explain why she refused Kleinbard’s offer of payment to her client and former law firm, Griesing Mazzeo. The tension revolves around a dispute over a subcontracting agreement between the firms. Judge Diamond…
A Cambridge, Massachusetts, woman has admitted to operating a sophisticated network of brothels across greater Boston and Eastern Virginia. The network’s clientele reportedly included lawyers, politicians, and corporate officials. This case has highlighted concerns over high-profile individuals’ involvement in illicit activities. The guilty plea was entered on Friday as part of ongoing legal proceedings that…
A New Jersey federal judge has dismissed a proposed class action suit against pharmaceutical company Amarin Corporation and its executives. The lawsuit accused the company of misleading shareholders regarding their product information and the outlook of associated patent litigation. The court ruled that the investors did not present any actionable misstatements or omissions by Amarin’s…
Twenty-six countries expressed their support on Thursday for a legal initiative to hold the Taliban accountable at the International Court of Justice for systematic human rights violations against women and girls in Afghanistan. In a joint statement, the countries condemned Taliban policies that severely curtailed the rights of Afghan women and girls since the Taliban…
An Illinois federal judge has nullified a $3,750 damages award previously granted to a former tattoo artist. The artist had filed a lawsuit against World Wrestling Entertainment and two video game companies, alleging they reproduced her tattoos on a wrestler without obtaining her permission. The judge determined that the jury’s award was predicated on undue…
A Delaware federal jury has determined that Amazon Web Services (AWS) infringed two computer network patents originally owned by Boeing, resulting in a $30.5 million verdict against the tech giant. The verdict was reached last Friday, marking a significant decision in favor of the patent holders in a complex case concerning sophisticated technological innovations. The…
Legal scholars have highlighted the broad authority held by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams, leaving Adams with minimal legal recourse. Hochul has been noncommittal regarding her next steps, emphasizing the onus on Adams to demonstrate effective and ethical leadership amid the charges against him. More details are…
In this week’s Off The Bench, significant developments continue to unfold within the legal landscape of college sports. The NCAA, alongside athletes involved in the prominent name, image, and likeness (NIL) settlement, are attempting to revise the terms to satisfy the overseeing judge. Meanwhile, former USC star Reggie Bush has come forward, claiming that his…
In this week’s Off The Bench, the legal landscape of college sports takes center stage. The NCAA and athletes involved in the prominent name, image, and likeness settlement are actively seeking to amend the terms of the agreement to meet the expectations of the presiding judge. Concurrently, former college football star Reggie Bush has voiced…
Trans-Atlantic firm Womble Bond Dickinson is making strategic moves to bolster its international arbitration practice by bringing on board a business litigation partner with extensive experience in Latin America. This effort aims to blend highly skilled arbitration practitioners with a competitive rate structure and deep expertise in key industries often enmeshed in disputes. By enhancing…
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has significantly ramped up its enforcement activities, launching several high-profile cases this quarter. Most of these cases have centered on gender discrimination, but other significant issues include allegations of pregnancy discrimination and mistreatment of transgender employees. This apparent surge is reflective of the agency’s ongoing commitment to tackling…
In a significant development, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has annulled the “super hero” trademarks jointly held by DC Comics and Marvel Characters Inc. The decision came after a U.K.-based business specializing in super hero baby stories contended that the term “super hero” is generic and has been effectively abandoned by both comic giants….
A Santa Barbara man, identified as Nathaniel James McGuire, has been charged in connection with a bomb attack at the Santa Barbara County Superior Court in Santa Maria, according to an announcement made by the Justice Department on Friday. The attack resulted in injuries to at least five individuals. McGuire reportedly entered the courthouse and…
Disability rights groups have launched a Charter challenge against Canada’s medical assistance in dying (MAiD) provisions, seeking a court declaration that portions of the Canada Criminal Code are unconstitutional and thus of no force and effect. The legal challenge is based on sections 7 and 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which…
Video game patent holder Leigh Rothschild, his company Rothschild Broadcast Distribution Systems LLC, and his legal team from Meyler Legal PLLC are facing a federal suit for allegedly violating the state of Washington’s anti-troll laws. The suit claims they pursued unwarranted patent claims against video game maker and online game store operator Valve Corp. For…
The State Bar of Texas has put forth a series of proposed revisions to pending rules issued by the state supreme court, aimed at allowing non-attorneys to offer certain legal services. These recommendations seek to increase educational requirements and ban particular fee structures. For instance, the bar suggests raising the minimum education level for paraprofessionals…
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has raised an alarm over the escalating gang violence and deteriorating human rights situation in Haiti. In an interim report presented at the 57th session of the Human Rights Council, increasing gang-related violence throughout 2024 was detailed, highlighting that criminal organizations have expanded their control over key…