Former NFL players have filed a motion to compel discovery in a class action lawsuit against the National Football League’s employee welfare benefit plans. The players allege that these plans have unlawfully withheld disability benefits, contravening the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) by failing in their fiduciary responsibilities. Filed in the U.S. District…
In a recent legal development, a Delaware federal court has dismissed portions of the antitrust counterclaims brought against 10x Genomics Inc., a notable business partner of Harvard. The case involves a patent dispute with a competing biotech firm, which is scheduled for trial next month. The decision narrows the scope of the legal challenge faced…
In a strategic move, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC is expanding its operations to Chicago with the aid of over a dozen intellectual property professionals hailing from Locke Lord LLP. This transition follows Locke Lord’s official merger with Troutman Pepper earlier this week. The newly acquired talent will play a pivotal role in establishing Buchanan’s…
A Delaware federal judge has rejected Natera’s request for a new trial after a jury awarded the genetic testing company $96 million in damages. The case centered on allegations against CareDx, with the jury concluding that CareDx appropriated one of Natera’s patents. However, the jury found no infringement on a second patent held by Natera….
A legal dispute has emerged as Aetna has filed a lawsuit in Massachusetts against Takeda Pharmaceuticals, alleging that the company engaged in anticompetitive practices to maintain its profits. According to the claims, Takeda entered into an agreement with Par Pharmaceutical to intentionally keep a generic version of its anticonstipation drug, Amitiza, off the market. This…
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has taken a significant step in its ongoing legal battle with music publishers by agreeing to a partial injunction. The litigation, underway in a California federal court, centers on copyright infringement claims. To address these issues, Anthropic has committed to implementing guardrails to ensure its chatbot, Claude, does not reproduce copyrighted…
In a significant development for the tech industry, Netgear Inc. and Huawei Technologies Co. have jointly informed a California federal judge of their decision to settle a contentious legal battle. The dispute revolved around allegations of racketeering concerning standard-essential patents (SEPs) related to Wi-Fi technology. The parties have requested a 30-day stay to finalize the…
A $6.6 million patent infringement verdict winner is requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to examine the Federal Circuit’s decision not to augment these damages. The petition focuses on claims that the court implemented an incorrect standard for submitting fraud evidence unearthed post-trial, and exceeded its power while making decisions regarding damages in foreign territories without…
In a year marked by remarkable activity in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), a prominent Biglaw firm has reportedly achieved significant success, advising on transactions amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars. As the competitive landscape of M&A continues to evolve, this firm’s accomplishments highlight the ongoing demand for expertise in navigating complex financial arrangements. The…
The article, titled New Year, Same Clarence Thomas — See Also, featured on Above the Law, discusses ongoing controversies surrounding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. As the title suggests, the new year does not seem to bring changes in Justice Thomas’s approach to disclosures. In particular, “More failure to disclose stuff” hints at continued scrutiny…
The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has upheld a decision rejecting Audemars Piguet Holding’s applications to register two watch design configurations. This decision confirms the trademark examiner’s original rejection, highlighting issues with the drawings submitted in the application. This ruling serves as a significant reminder of the importance that design specifics and application precision…
In a move that underscores the ongoing complexity of redistricting battles, Louisiana has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to settle the contentious litigation surrounding its federal election map. The state has proposed that the Court consider three potential courses of action: dismiss the case on grounds of standing, deliberate on the substantive merits, or,…
As the United States Supreme Court prepares for oral arguments regarding a contentious federal law targeting TikTok, the final briefs have been filed, setting the stage for an important legal battle. This comes after the Biden administration’s efforts to enforce the law, which mandates TikTok’s shutdown in the U.S. unless ByteDance, its parent company, divests…
In a recent legal move, Texas Insurance Co. has initiated a lawsuit against the law firm Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP and a partner in a California state court. The insurer alleges that the firm failed to properly advise them about the potential liability they faced in connection with an $11.15 million verdict arising from a…
The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has recently issued a decision impacting the legal landscape for telemarketing practices and the liability within business structures. The case involves Day Pacer LLC, a now-defunct sales lead company, alongside its surviving executives, who were found liable for infringing on the Do Not Call Registry….
In a stark denunciation of ongoing hostilities affecting healthcare in Gaza, UN Special Rapporteurs Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng and Francesca Albanese have labeled recent assaults on hospitals as a “blatant disregard” for the right to health. The rapporteurs’ statement came in response to the raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital, which culminated in the arrest of its…
A sports blog based in Boca Raton, Florida, is currently embroiled in a legal battle following allegations of copyright infringement. The case, brought by a New York photographer, centers on the blog’s use of an image in a post discussing the history of the iconic Sports Illustrated brand. This highlights ongoing issues surrounding intellectual property…
In a significant development for international financial crime investigations, Do Hyeong Kwon, the cryptocurrency entrepreneur behind the $40 billion collapse of Luna and TerraUSD, has been extradited to the United States. Kwon, a 33-year-old national from South Korea, had been elusive since the failure of his financial empire, which led to substantial investor losses. The…
Slovakia finds itself in a complex situation as Prime Minister Robert Fico has warned of potential cuts to financial aid for Ukrainian refugees residing in the country. This warning comes in the wake of Ukraine’s decision to cease the transit of Russian natural gas through its territory, reportedly impacting Slovakia’s economy significantly. The cessation of…
In a recent legal development, a federal court has blocked a North Carolina pool parts supplier from pursuing a retrial on trademark infringement allegations, even after the company secured a $16 million judgment. The ruling, issued this week, involves claims of false advertising and unfair business practices against a competing Chinese company, which was accused…
The Judicial Conference of the United States recently declined to refer an ethics investigation concerning Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to the Department of Justice. The decision, communicated to Democratic lawmakers advocating for the investigation, was based on concerns regarding the body’s referral authority and follow-up disclosures by Justice Thomas. This decision stems from the…
The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has taken a pivotal step in revisiting the boundaries of free speech and religious expression within the framework of New York’s anti-discrimination labor law. On Thursday, the court remitted to reconsider a lawsuit, originally filed by CompassCare and other plaintiffs, challenging the constitutionality of New York…
In the realm of patent law, the relationship between Europe’s Unified Patent Court (UPC) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is becoming increasingly pertinent for global litigation strategy. The UPC, established more recently, offers a centralized judicial system for patent disputes within participating EU member states, while the ITC, with its long-standing history, provides…
A new chapter unfolds in the burgeoning legal battle surrounding COVID-19 vaccines as a developer working with Pfizer and BioNTech launches a lawsuit against GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). The dispute is centered on allegations that Pfizer’s vaccine infringes upon patents held by the U.K.-based pharmaceutical giant GSK. This legal action adds to the ongoing complex landscape of…
The Helsinki District Court has denied the release of the oil tanker Eagle S, maintaining its confiscation amid investigations into the vessel’s suspected role in damaging undersea cables and a power line in the Baltic Sea. The Finnish National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is conducting an inquiry into the incident, categorizing the damage as potential…