Last week, Law360 spotlighted some of the legal industry’s most talked-about firms and stories, offering keen insights and expert analyses that captured widespread interest among legal professionals. This retrospective highlights the key players and pivotal discussions shaping the current legal landscape. Law360 continues to be a vital resource, delivering in-depth coverage across more than 60…
An unexpected software glitch led the U.S. Supreme Court to release its order list earlier than intended, according to a report on Law360. Within this prematurely disclosed list, the Court announced its decisions to grant certiorari in four cases while declining to hear several others, including those concerning Pennsylvania’s election system and the Obama Presidential…
In a notable decision on patent reviews, Acting U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Director Coke Morgan Stewart recently dismissed a series of petitions challenging the patents held by Welch Allyn Inc. for heart monitor technology. The decision was based on the finding that iRhythm Technologies Inc., the petitioner, should have brought these challenges much earlier…
In a legal development, Clifford “T.I.” Harris and Tameka “Tiny” Harris are seeking to prevent a fourth trial tied to their $71.4 million verdict against MGA Entertainment. The couple has petitioned a California federal judge to deny the company’s attempt to overturn a jury’s decision, which found MGA Entertainment guilty of infringing upon the trade…
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to review a decision regarding telemedicine patents, which were deemed invalid for claiming only abstract ideas. This marks the court’s ongoing stance against reconsidering the criteria for patent eligibility of inventions. The case involved patents that were asserted against the U.S. government. For further details on this legal development,…
The Supreme Court has announced the addition of four significant cases to its docket for the 2025-26 term. The cases involve critical issues surrounding federal sentencing, the death penalty, and civil procedure. The initial list of orders was scheduled for release on Monday morning, but a software glitch led to an early notification for lawyers…
In a recent legal development, a Florida federal judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a pharmaceutical company against a competing firm over alleged theft of trade secrets. The case remains in Florida jurisdiction despite the relocation of the plaintiff’s headquarters to the state following the filing of the lawsuit. The ruling was…
Samsung Electronics has initiated legal proceedings against Chinese smartphone manufacturer TCL in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. The lawsuit alleges that TCL, along with other defendants, has infringed on three of Samsung’s patents relating to OLED display technology. This legal action highlights ongoing tensions in the highly competitive smartphone market,…
Coinbase has successfully concluded a legal battle as BiT Global Digital Ltd. decided to dismiss its antitrust and unfair competition lawsuit filed against the cryptocurrency platform. The case centered on Coinbase’s decision to delist wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC) from its exchange, prompting BiT Global’s legal challenge. A December ruling by the U.S. District Court for the…
In recent developments from the legal arena, a federal judge in Pennsylvania has declined to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit filed against Clorox Co. and its Brita brand. The case accuses these companies of a “patent ambush,” a strategy allegedly used to dominate the home water filter market. The judge ruled that the dismissal request was…
The Federal Circuit panel recently deliberated on its authority over arbitration appeals involving patent law, as it examines Acorda Therapeutics Inc.’s efforts to augment a $16.6 million arbitral award in a dispute with Alkermes PLC. The contention revolves around a multiple sclerosis drug, highlighting the complexities of arbitration in patent-related matters. At least one judge…
The US Supreme Court faced another moment of technological hiccup as it unexpectedly released its orders list due to “an apparent software malfunction”. According to Bloomberg Law, the malfunction triggered premature email notifications about court actions, which were originally meant for a scheduled release on June 9. The early release of the orders list, which…
The US Supreme Court is set to further clarify the factors that judges can consider when reducing a prisoner’s sentence under the compassionate release provision. This comes as the Court agreed to hear two cases questioning the US Sentencing Commission’s authority to guide judges in considering legal changes during release decisions. The cases will delve…
The U.S. Supreme Court has recently delivered decisions on two cases involving the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), both aligning with the interests of the Trump administration. In these cases, the Court’s rulings, argued on the emergency docket, faced objections from the court’s Democratic appointees, marking a contentious judgment in the ongoing debate over governmental…
In a recent decision that signals a shift in policy, the acting director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has reinstated the patent claims of Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics LLC. This comes after the prior director had nullified these claims as a form of sanction for perceived misconduct by Longhorn. The acting director’s stance…
The United Services Automobile Association (USAA) and the American Automobile Association (AAA) are facing legal action from homeowners situated in Los Angeles, following the devastation of the Palisades and Eaton wildfires. The lawsuit alleges that these insurance companies engaged in “systemic” fraud by providing misleading information regarding the scope of their coverage. Plaintiffs claim that…
In a recent lawsuit, the notable firm White & Case is pursuing legal action against Lycamobile, alleging nearly $7.8 million in unpaid fees. This legal motion, filed in the New York Supreme Court, claims the legal services were provided beginning in 2022 when Lycamobile engaged the firm to handle a lawsuit initiated by T-Mobile. According…
Recent shifts in antitrust agency guidance regarding information sharing among competing firms have introduced uncertainties in compliance strategies for businesses. Traditionally, companies in the United States could rely on well-established guidelines to navigate antitrust risks. However, since 2023, the clarity that these guidelines once provided has been altered, leading to a state of limbo for…
The recent legal clash between Harvard University and the Trump administration has garnered significant attention, particularly with 18 prominent U.S. research universities rallying behind Harvard. These institutions, including Princeton, MIT, Caltech, and Johns Hopkins, have requested permission from a federal judge to file amicus curiae briefs supporting Harvard’s legal arguments in the fight over more…
President Donald Trump’s recent travel ban poses a myriad of complications for the talent pipeline in the technology and research sectors, as it will impede tens of thousands of international business visitors, tourists, and students from entering the United States each year. This move has substantial implications, potentially affecting cutting-edge research within vital sectors of…
In a recent legal development, two female teachers have successfully argued their case against a Pennsylvania school district, winning $165,000 after a jury found the district had paid them less than their male counterparts. Following the trial, the teachers have petitioned a federal court to obtain an additional sum of nearly $218,000 to cover their…
In a recent decision, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has favored Exelixis in the ongoing patent dispute concerning its flagship cancer drug, Cabometyx. Azurity Pharmaceuticals, which had sought a review of the patent in question, faced a setback as the PTAB declined their request. This outcome marks a significant moment for Exelixis as…
“`html In a significant financial dispute within the legal industry, White & Case, a prominent global law firm, has taken legal action against a former client, Lycamobile USA Inc. The complaint, filed in the New York County Supreme Court, alleges that the telecommunications company owes the firm a sum nearing $8 million in legal fees….
The acting head of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is set to review a decision by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) that refused to dismiss TikTok’s efforts to challenge the validity of several patents. These patents pertain to the publication of multimedia content. This move to review the PTAB’s decision is a…
In a noteworthy decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently determined that four Chinese state-controlled companies do not possess sovereign immunity in a case involving alleged economic espionage. The ruling has significant implications for foreign sovereign entities, as it sets a precedent in interpreting the reach of sovereign immunity under common…