Gowling WLG partner Patrick Shea is undertaking an effort to preserve plaques honoring fallen military heroes as the Hudson’s Bay Company navigates through creditor protection proceedings. As Canada’s oldest company, the 355-year-old retailer filed for creditor protection last month, placing its collection of historical artifacts at risk. Shea’s personal involvement aims to ensure these items,…
The Eleventh Circuit has indicated it is likely to affirm the $1.1 million verdict against a Georgia-based tobacco importer accused of selling counterfeit rolling papers. This decision, signaled on Tuesday, challenges the importer’s assertions that the judgment represents a prohibited windfall from a 2023 trial. The case stems from allegations that the company illegally distributed…
A Delaware federal jury has reached a mixed verdict in a patent infringement case involving NuVasive, a prominent provider of spine technology solutions, and a surgeon who challenged the company’s spinal implant products. The deliberations resulted in differing outcomes on various patent claims, casting uncertainty on the immediate legal and financial implications for the parties…
In a significant legal development, two federal judges have initiated legal proceedings against Los Angeles’ Department of Water and Power (LADWP), seeking redress for the devastation caused by the Palisades wildfire earlier this year. Senior District Judge Dean D. Pregerson and former Magistrate Judge Vijay C. Gandhi, both of the U.S. District Court for the…
In a decision rendered by a Santa Ana jury on Tuesday, Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Ferguson has been found guilty of second-degree murder for the August 2023 shooting of his wife. This verdict comes after a retrial, following a previous jury’s inability to reach a verdict on the charges earlier this year. Judge…
TozziniFreire, one of Brazil’s major full-service law firms, has successfully attracted two corporate partners from its competitor Lefosse. Among the new recruits is Carlos Mello, a former managing partner of Lefosse, who will now lead a team of 20 corporate partners at TozziniFreire. This strategic move has generated significant interest in the Brazilian legal community,…
A recent ruling by a Wisconsin federal judge has significantly increased the financial liabilities for KUS Technology Corp. in its ongoing patent infringement case. The court enhanced the damages KUS must pay to rival SSI Technologies LLC to over $35 million. This decision follows a jury verdict from the previous year, which found that KUS…
In a closely-watched legal proceeding, California Superior Court Judge Jeffrey M. Ferguson was recently found guilty of second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of his wife, Sheryl Ferguson. The verdict was delivered by an Orange County jury on Tuesday, following a retrial that aimed to reach a resolution on the case, which had initially resulted…
In a recent antitrust trial against Meta Platforms Inc., Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom provided crucial testimony that could have significant implications for the U.S. government’s claim against the social media conglomerate. Systrom asserted that Instagram could have prospered independently without its acquisition by Meta, formerly Facebook Inc., thereby enhancing the case led by the Federal…
In a notable development from the ongoing legal landscape concerning Alphabet Inc.’s Google, OpenAI has expressed interest in potentially purchasing Google’s Chrome browser, should it be divested as a result of ongoing legal proceedings. During a court hearing, Nick Turley, the head of ChatGPT, testified in favor of OpenAI’s interest, signifying the strategic importance of…
In a significant legal development, Texas-based patent attorney Bill Ramey is making a fervent plea to the highest court in the United States. On Tuesday, he submitted a petition to the US Supreme Court. Ramey seeks to halt sanctions that he ominously describes as “potentially career ending.” The urgency stems from a looming appearance scheduled…
Jones Day is making strategic moves to enhance its presence in the European fintech sector by organizing “FinAccelerate Europe.” This event, slated for June 3-4 in Paris, is targeted at connecting U.S. and European fintech startups with potential investors. The initiative builds on a program originally launched in 2022 in the firm’s San Francisco and…
A New York judge has halted the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) agreement with cryptocurrency platform KuCoin, marking a notable development amid evolving enforcement trends in the regulatory landscape. The decision aligns with the CFTC’s recent approach of avoiding charges for purely regulatory infractions under the Commodity Exchange Act unless there’s clear evidence of intentional…
In the latest development from Johnson & Johnson’s legal confrontations, the company has settled a lawsuit against the estate of its former executive. The dispute centered around allegations of misappropriating confidential files upon his departure to join Pfizer. The case had been ongoing in a New Jersey federal court, but proceedings were disrupted following the…
The California State Bar Committee of Bar Examiners has proposed a significant change to the scoring system of the California Bar Exam, specifically aiming to address issues arising from the February exam administration. The recommendation suggests lowering the minimum raw score to pass the exam to 534. This proposal deviates from the previously recommended score…
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday engaged with a contentious issue at the intersection of education, religion, and LGBTQ+ rights, as it heard a case from a group of Maryland parents seeking the right to opt their children out of school curricula featuring LGBTQ+ themes. During extended oral arguments, a majority of the justices displayed…
A patent-holding company has filed a complaint against Audi, alleging the car manufacturer infringed on its patent concerning location-tracking technology. This legal action marks a continuation of similar lawsuits the patent company has pursued against various auto and tech firms. This recent filing exemplifies the ongoing challenges within the automotive industry as technology and patent…
UnitedHealth Group Inc. has recently disclosed in a proxy statement that the corporation spent over $1.6 million on security costs last year for its top executives. This significant outlay included $213,100 for the personal protection of its chief legal officer, Christopher Zaetta. This disclosure comes in the wake of heightened concerns over executive safety following…
In a recent call to action, former federal judge Shira Scheindlin highlighted the lack of coordinated response from large law firms regarding executive orders from the White House. These orders have reportedly targeted legal practices, prompting criticism from various legal leaders. Scheindlin expressed disappointment over some firms’ decisions to acquiesce or negotiate deals in response…
The Federal Circuit’s recent decision in Wash World Inc. v. Belanger Inc. emphasized the significance of providing fair notice to the district court regarding forfeiture of an argument on appeal specifically within the context of patent claim construction. This decision underlines the crucial aspect of how arguments should be framed to avoid forfeiture and ensures…
Global litigation funder Therium Capital Management has recently executed a downsizing initiative attributed to unspecified changes within the company, according to an insider. This move raises questions about the funder’s current strategic direction, especially as the layoffs’ scale and specific rationale are not publicly clarified. The company’s official website, which previously listed 25 employees across…
Jay Clayton, selected by President Donald Trump, has been sworn in as the interim U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. As the new top federal prosecutor in Manhattan, Clayton steps into the role while he awaits Senate confirmation. His appointment marks a significant transition in leadership at the renowned U.S. Attorney’s Office,…
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a temporary bar against the removal of a group of Venezuelan men under the Alien Enemies Act in an overnight order. This decision follows an appeal from attorneys representing these men, arguing that their clients faced imminent removal without proper notice or the opportunity to challenge their detention. This…
A legal confrontation with potential implications for transparency within the federal judiciary is unfolding as America First Legal Foundation, a conservative group established by ex-Trump administration aides, has filed a lawsuit aimed at broadening the reach of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The legal action specifically targets Chief Justice John Roberts and the director…
In the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned the federal constitutional right to abortion, battles over reproductive rights have erupted across the United States at the state level. Among a series of legal challenges, Montana has recently petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to reestablish a parental-consent…