Singapore and the European Union have recently signed a trade agreement referred to as the EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement. This pact is an addition to the existing EU-Singapore Free Trade Agreement established in 2019. The new agreement is targeted towards enhancing digital commerce, reflecting a shift towards bilateral trade arrangements amidst a backdrop of economic…
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently reversed a lower court’s mandate requiring several in-house attorneys at Southwest Airlines to participate in “religious liberty training.” This order stemmed from a wrongful termination lawsuit won by a flight attendant. The appeals court concluded that such training would neither aid the flight attendant nor compel Southwest to…
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor recently expressed her support for the American Bar Association (ABA), which has been facing challenges under the Trump administration. Justice Sotomayor attended an ABA event at the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, D.C., stating her presence was “as an act of solidarity” with the…
In a recent legal dispute, Light & Wonder, a prominent card shuffler manufacturer, contended that a federal judge in Illinois should dismiss a lawsuit brought by a coalition of casinos. The casinos allege that the company engaged in fraudulent activities and sham litigation to establish a monopoly. The crux of Light & Wonder’s argument is…
In a recent development, the United States Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has invalidated claims of three geolocation patents challenged by Apple. This decision comes less than a week after the Federal Circuit determined that the same patents failed to meet eligibility requirements. The rulings mark a significant progression in Apple’s ongoing legal strategy…
Atturo Tire Corp. is seeking the intervention of the U.S. Supreme Court to revisit a decision that overturned a $10 million award, initially granted against Toyo Tire Corp. This case involves allegations that Toyo interfered with Atturo’s business by negotiating patent settlements with other companies. The core of the dispute lies in whether Toyo’s actions…
A California federal judge has indicated a leaning towards granting Netflix’s request for monetary sanctions against attorney William Ramey and the Ramey LLP firm. This development follows accusations that Ramey and his firm shared Netflix’s confidential information with nonparty AiPi LLC. While addressing Netflix’s concerns, the judge noted that a request for a civil contempt…
In a developing legal confrontation, Schwan’s Company has requested that a Minnesota federal judge dismiss late-stage expert reports and related documents introduced by Conagra Brands. The dispute centers on alleged trade secret violations involving the employment of a former Schwan’s scientist by Conagra. Schwan’s argues that Conagra’s submission of these new damages theories and evidence…
Atrium Medical has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to examine a decision by the Ninth Circuit Court that reinstated a $53 million breach of contract lawsuit filed by C.R. Bard. In its plea, Atrium argues that the appeals court’s stance notably diverges from other circuits concerning the treatment of royalty payments. The legal dispute centers…
Foreign legal practices enthusiastic about entering the Chinese market are increasingly considering Joint Operations (JOs) as a potential model for collaboration with local firms. This model enables foreign and local firms to present a unified offer to clients, promising seamless access to both domestic Chinese and foreign legal expertise. Although similar to the Formal Law…
The global trade in counterfeit and pirated goods reached a significant figure of $467 billion in 2021, marking a slight increase from levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic. This data emerges from a recent report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in collaboration with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). The…
The Federal Circuit is currently scrutinizing the decision of a trademark tribunal, which concluded that the marks “Kist” and “Sunkist” are not similar in the context of the soft drink industry. The tribunal’s ruling has been challenged on the grounds that Kist’s unique use of red lips imagery on its packaging could sufficiently differentiate its…
Nike Inc. has amicably settled a legal dispute with a patent owner who accused the company of infringing a patent associated with a sports bra featuring built-in pockets. This settlement was confirmed via a recent filing in Massachusetts federal court. The details of the resolution have not been disclosed, but the filing marks the conclusion…
In the latest legal development between two food industry contenders, Own Your Hunger Inc. has moved to dismiss a trademark infringement lawsuit initiated by Wonderful Co. LLC. The legal spat, currently being evaluated by a California federal judge, centers around allegations concerning the name and packaging of Own Your Hunger’s nut-based product line. The dispute…
A legal confrontation between Dentons Europe CS LLP and Guidry & Associates Inc., based in the Houston area, has reached its conclusion with a settlement, bringing an end to a $4.7 million fee dispute. The dismissal of the case was confirmed after both parties informed the court about ongoing settlement discussions. More detailed information on…
The appointment of Fox News personality and former district attorney Jeanine Pirro as Washington D.C.’s interim chief prosecutor has sparked significant conversation within legal and political circles. Announced by former President Donald Trump via Truth Social, Pirro assumes this critical role amid a backdrop of controversy and high-profile legal complexities. This appointment comes in the…
In a recent legal development, a federal judge in Oakland has indicated potential sanctions against a notable patent attorney, Bill Ramey, and his law firm for allegedly breaching a protective order. The allegation involves the unauthorized sharing of Netflix Inc.’s highly confidential source code and financial information with a litigation funder. According to the judge,…
An Illinois federal judge has decided to exclude L’Oréal USA Inc.’s French parent company from ongoing multidistrict litigation concerning alleged health risks associated with hair relaxer products. The court found that the parent company lacks sufficient ties to the United States to establish jurisdiction. This decision narrows the scope of the litigation, which involves claims…
Baker McKenzie has strengthened its dispute resolution team in Colombia, marking a strategic move in the region. María Angélica Burgos de la Ossa has rejoined the firm as a partner after a period of running her own boutique practice. Additionally, Sebastián Quintero has been elevated to partner status within the disputes practice. For those interested…
The Federal Circuit expressed skepticism towards Roku’s attempt to revive its patent case against Universal Electronics and other defendants regarding its remote control technology. During proceedings on Thursday, the court was focused on challenging Roku’s contention that the underlying patent was mistakenly deemed invalid and whether the company could be said to support a domestic…
In a strategic move following its recent U.S. expansion, Arbitration Place has welcomed a Miami attorney onto its roster of decision-makers. This attorney is poised to play a pivotal role in the resolution of international legal disputes outside the courtroom, bolstering the firm’s capabilities in alternative dispute resolution. For further details on this development, please…
A U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia has ruled that Empresa Cubano del Tabaco, Cuba’s state-owned tobacco company, may seek cancellation of the U.S.-based General Cigar Company’s trademark registration for the “Cohiba” brand. This decision stems from a legal dispute originally initiated in 1997 when Empresa Cubano del Tabaco attempted to register…
The 2025 Am Law 200 provides a detailed, alphabetized listing of the Am Law Second Hundred firms, complete with their core financial and census data. This annual survey is crucial for legal professionals seeking insights into the financial and operational standings of these prominent firms. By examining these metrics, stakeholders can better gauge the competitive…
A Federal Circuit panel recently deliberated on the extent to which an expert deviated from a lower court’s claim construction in a patent infringement case involving an inventor and DePuy Synthes. During the proceedings, a judge raised the possibility that the divergence may have resulted from effective cross-examination rather than from substantive failures in the…
In a recent development in a longstanding legal dispute, a federal court in Virginia has ruled that Cuba’s state-owned tobacco company, Empresa Cubana del Tabaco (Cubatabaco), has the right to seek cancellation of the ‘Cohiba’ trademark held by its U.S. competitor, General Cigar Company. This legal conflict traces back to 1997 when Cubatabaco’s attempt to…