In a notable development in the pharmaceutical legal landscape, a New York federal judge has accepted the withdrawal of the entire Kirkland & Ellis LLP team from representing Novartis Pharma. This move comes in the wake of a challenge from Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, which sought disqualification of the legal team due to an “unthinkable” conflict of…
In a significant legal development, a New York federal judge has accepted the withdrawal of the entire Kirkland & Ellis LLP team from Novartis Pharma’s legal defense against antitrust allegations concerning the eye medication Eylea. This decision follows a motion by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, the plaintiff, seeking the disqualification of Kirkland & Ellis due to an…
On the heels of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, Amnesty International has made a direct appeal to the newly established regime in Syria to extend its efforts to support individuals who have survived the harrowing experiences of detention and torture in military prisons under the previous government. In its call to…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) is advocating for the United Nations (UN) Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) to prioritize international tax cooperation as a means of safeguarding human rights globally. In a statement, HRW emphasized that a fair taxation system is essential to protecting human rights and meeting the Sustainable Development Goals. The…
In a significant development for the legal landscape in California, Attorney General Rob Bonta appears poised to retain the services of the consumer law firm Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP in a prominent lawsuit against Exxon Mobil Corp. and other major oil companies. This development emerged following a tentative ruling by Judge Shelleyanne Chang…
As the Supreme Court approaches its summer recess, it is set to deliver opinions on the remaining six cases on its docket for the 2024-25 term. The cases, spanning diverse legal issues, are expected to conclude on June 26. The outcomes could potentially reshape several legal and regulatory landscapes across the United States. One notable…
Amnesty International has published a comprehensive report documenting pervasive human trafficking and forced labor activities within Cambodian scam compounds. The findings highlight a disconcerting pattern where individuals, misled by promising job offers, find themselves trapped in labor camps resembling prison complexes. The report, titled “I was someone else’s property,” offers a harrowing narrative drawn from…
In a recent ruling, a federal court has issued a permanent injunction against a Washington-based print-on-demand company, prohibiting it from selling products that feature the name or trademarked logos of Pennsylvania State University. This decision marks a significant development in the enforcement of trademark rights related to university branding. However, the court did not extend…
In a notable shift within the legal industry, private equity firms are seizing the opportunities presented by Arizona’s deregulated legal market. According to a recent analysis from Stanford University, 17 licensed Alternative Business Structure (ABS) entities in Arizona are now owned by entities classified as litigation finance companies, venture capital firms, or private equity firms….
Arif Virani, Canada’s former Minister of Justice and Attorney General, is set to join the law firm Torys as senior counsel in its litigation and dispute resolution practice. Virani expressed his enthusiasm to contribute to public law litigation and advocacy efforts, particularly in engaging with Indigenous rights holders. Linda Plumpton, chair of the firm’s litigation…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), under the guidance of its acting head, has recently nullified two decisions by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) to initiate reviews concerning a patent that relates to the protection of computers from malicious threats. The action taken emphasizes the board’s need to concentrate on one challenge…
The Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh are experiencing a severe education crisis exacerbated by recent cutbacks in foreign aid, according to a recent report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). As aid diminishes, critical education services for Rohingya children face devastating disruptions, with dire implications for the community’s future. Since early June 2025, the funding shortfall…
Exxon Mobil and SEC Executive Pay Disclosure A senior official from Exxon Mobil Corp. has encouraged the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to permit companies to produce more concise executive compensation disclosures. During a recent meeting with the SEC, Roland Schustereder, who oversees compensation strategies at Exxon as the head of total rewards, advocated…
In May, the Federal Circuit addressed a significant issue concerning opportunistic trademark filings in the case of In re: Thomas D. Foster APC, colloquially known as the “US Space Force” trademark case. This decision provides the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board with enhanced guidelines for handling trademark applications where the mark’s value primarily arises from…
Kenneth Chesebro, the lawyer implicated in crafting a legal strategy allegedly intended to aid then-candidate Donald Trump in overturning the results of the 2020 presidential election, has been officially disbarred by New York. This significant decision was rendered by an appellate court panel of the New York State Supreme Court, which determined that his involvement…
A proposed 41% tax on the litigation finance industry, included in the U.S. Senate’s Big Beautiful Bill Act, has drawn criticism from legal experts who argue it could negatively impact the legal system. According to Anthony Sebok, a professor at Cardozo School of Law, the tax is unrelated to the concerns it aims to address,…
In recent developments, a group of federal lawmakers from Georgia has formally inquired with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) regarding its decision to abandon plans for establishing an outreach office in Atlanta. The USPTO now intends to open this office at its existing headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia instead. The lawmakers’ letter questions the…
The Senate’s proposal to impose a 41% tax on the litigation finance industry has sparked concerns around its potential impact on the legal landscape. According to insights from Anthony Sebok at Cardozo School of Law, this substantial tax is not aligned with the objectives it claims to address, potentially reverting the legal system to a…
Expert witness testimony is a pivotal element in courtroom proceedings, often swaying decisions with scientific and technical explanations. However, the art of teaching these complex topics to a jury necessitates an understanding of juror psychology—a factor sometimes overlooked. Steve Wood from Courtroom Sciences emphasizes three key psychological principles that legal teams should consider: cognitive lag,…
In a pair of decisions released on June 26, the United States Supreme Court provided additional clarity on the interpretation of federal statutes pertaining to sentencing and immigration. Both rulings were of significant interest to legal professionals who specialize in these complex fields. The first decision, Hewitt v. United States, tackled the applicability of the…
In a recent ruling, U.S. District Judge Allison D. Burroughs allowed a patent infringement case between stroller companies Baby Jogger and Monahan Products, operating as UPPAbaby, to advance beyond summary judgment. UPPAbaby had sought to dismiss the case based on equitable estoppel due to an eight-year delay in filing by Baby Jogger. The court found…
In a recent development, an Illinois federal court has dismissed a proposed class action against Biogen, concerning its multiple sclerosis medication, Tecfidera. The lawsuit accused Biogen of engaging in anti-competitive practices by making payments to pharmacy benefit managers, allegedly affecting drug pricing lists. However, the judge determined that only specific pricing lists were potentially influenced,…
In a significant development within the legal sector, partners at Schulte Roth & Zabel and McDermott Will & Emery have voted to approve a merger, culminating in the formation of McDermott Will & Schulte. The merger, valued at approximately $2.8 billion, signifies a strategic move designed to enhance the firms’ collective capabilities and expand their…
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is facing a swiftly approaching deadline to appeal in the case involving Perkins Coie and a contested executive order. As of now, the DOJ has not indicated whether an appeal will be filed. This development has garnered attention as it could potentially signal the DOJ’s strategy for future interactions with…
In a strategic move that could reshape the legal industry landscape, partners at McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel have voted to approve a merger, establishing the formation of McDermott Will & Schulte. This newly minted firm will officially commence operations on August 1, 2025, and will emerge as a significant player,…