In a recent appearance before a Texas federal judge, representatives from Jackson Walker LLP and the United States Trustee Program clarified that no agreement has been reached regarding a contentious fee dispute. This issue arises from a former bankruptcy judge’s undisclosed romantic involvement with a previous partner at Jackson Walker. The implications of such relationships…
The U.S. Supreme Court’s latest term presented a complex landscape, dominated by decisions involving a conservative majority. However, a notable aspect of this term was a series of rulings that favored criminal defendants, impacting legal strategies across the nation. This unexpected trend included expanding prisoner rights in civil lawsuits and bolstering due process protections in…
Jeanine Pirro, former judge and widely recognized Fox News host, has been nominated as the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia. Recent financial disclosure documents, obtained amid her nomination process, reveal that Pirro holds a net worth exceeding $11 million. This disclosure sheds light on the financial standing of a public figure who has…
A Wisconsin state judge has come under legal scrutiny for allegedly assisting an undocumented immigrant in evading arrest, a controversial action she insists was a judicial duty. According to the legal proceedings, the judge disputes a federal judge’s recommendation not to dismiss her indictment, arguing that her actions were within the scope of her judicial…
In a recent legal development, organizations representing startups and intellectual property owners have urged the Federal Circuit to dismiss SAP America Inc.’s petition for mandamus. This petition challenges the discretionary denials policy managed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The concerned parties argue that the USPTO’s decision-making fell within the scope of its…
In a recent federal court hearing, an expert witness testified about the financial value that the names of two deceased intellectual property law partners hold for their firm. These names are estimated to contribute between $28,000 and $52,000 annually to the revenue of a Connecticut IP boutique, as seen in the valuation dispute among their…
The ongoing debate over the pricing of Xtandi, a prostate cancer medication developed at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and marketed by Pfizer, has intensified with renewed calls for the federal government to intervene by permitting generic competition. This development coincides with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s recent confirmation,…
A recent decision from a federal judge in Washington, D.C., has denied an early victory for the estate of a lawyer who represented 9/11 families. The case involves a dispute over legal fees with the firm that had contracted him. The judge criticized the lack of clarity in the contracts at the heart of the…
A New Jersey federal judge has enacted a temporary injunction against several generic-drug manufacturers, preventing them from distributing their versions of a selenium injection treatment. This legal action arises amidst claims of patent infringement from American Regent Inc., the patent holder of the injectable selenium product. According to a recent report, the company’s legal team…
The Trump administration has dismissed 17 additional immigration judges, continuing a pattern of reshuffling within the immigration judiciary that has resulted in the termination, transfer, or retirement of a total of 103 judges since January. This latest development was highlighted in a statement from the union representing these judges. The move intensifies ongoing debates about…
In the first half of 2025, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the U.S. Copyright Office have introduced several initiatives and policy changes that significantly impact intellectual property (IP) law and practice. In January, the USPTO unveiled its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy, aiming to integrate AI technologies into patent and trademark examination processes….
The first half of 2025 has been marked by significant developments within the United States’ intellectual property agencies, notably the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the U.S. Copyright Office. These changes encompass leadership transitions, policy revisions, and procedural updates, reflecting the evolving landscape of intellectual property law. Leadership Changes at the USPTO In…
In a significant development, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided to drop its lawsuit against two former executives of Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. The case involved allegations of a bribery scheme linked to the company’s operations in India. This decision comes in the wake of the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) earlier…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its civil bribery case against former Cognizant Technology Solutions executives Gordon Coburn and Steven Schwartz. This decision follows the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) earlier move to dismiss related criminal charges, aligning with President Donald Trump’s executive order that paused enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act…
In an ongoing patent infringement case, the owner of a location tracking patent has sought sanctions against Google, alleging discovery misconduct. The case, currently held in a New York federal court, accuses Google of swamping the plaintiff with a substantial volume of documents just as depositions were set to begin. The patent owner claims this…
The Ninth Circuit Court recently upheld a decision favoring Doctor’s Best Inc. in a trademark dispute with Nature’s Way Products LLC. At issue was whether Doctor’s Best’s line of supplements violated Nature’s Way’s trademark rights. The court found no infringement, as all products were sold outside the United States. The case highlights an important aspect…
The German Federal Constitutional Court recently dismissed a constitutional complaint brought by two Yemeni citizens against the use of the American Ramstein Air Base in Germany for conducting drone attacks. This decision marks the culmination of a decade-long legal battle over the involvement of Germany in U.S. drone operations overseas. The plaintiffs, Yemeni citizens Ahmed…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has temporarily halted MSN Pharmaceuticals from launching a generic version of Novartis’ heart-failure medication, Entresto. This decision provides Novartis with a brief respite following a recent unfavorable ruling in a Delaware district court. On July 11, 2025, U.S. District Judge Richard Andrews in Delaware denied Novartis’…
The arrest of news commentator Badara Gadiaga by Senegal’s Cybersecurity Division on July 9 has elicited calls from the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) for his immediate release. During his televised remarks on Télé Futurs Médias, Gadiaga referred to Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s past conviction related to sexual abuse accusations, leading to charges against him…
Chinese technology companies are rapidly placing orders for Nvidia’s H20 artificial intelligence (AI) chips, anticipating the imminent resumption of sales to mainland China. This surge follows Nvidia’s announcement that it is filing applications with the U.S. government to restart shipments, with expectations of receiving the necessary licenses soon. The move comes shortly after Nvidia CEO…
In an assertive legal move, over 20 U.S. states have initiated litigation against the Trump administration and the Department of Education regarding a contentious $6 billion funding freeze that affects K-12 schools and adult education programs. The lawsuit, filed on Monday, targets not only the administration but also Education Secretary Linda McMahon, alleging that the…
In a recent decision by Moscow’s Military Court, Russian writer Boris Akunin, famed for his literary works under the real name Grigori Chkhartishvili, was sentenced in absentia to 14 years in prison. The court found him guilty of failing to adhere to “foreign agent” regulations, fostering terrorist activities, and justifying terrorism. In addition to imprisonment,…
The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has issued a strong condemnation of the violence and alleged vote-buying that occurred during the parliamentary re-run elections in Ghana’s Ablekuma North constituency. Their statement criticized the actions as “acts of political thuggery, intimidation, and inducement of voters,” which threaten Ghana’s democratic principles. The re-run was necessitated by…
In a decisive move that underscores shifting diplomatic dynamics, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a potential imposition of severe tariffs on Russia’s oil trading partners should a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine not materialize within the next 50 days. During a press briefing at the White House alongside NATO General Secretary Mark Rutte, Trump…
In a recent decision from a California federal court, Fizz Social Corp.’s attempt to secure a preliminary injunction against Instacart and Partiful has been denied. The legal dispute centers on the alleged trademark infringement and anti-cybersquatting claims made by Fizz Social, accusing the defendants of utilizing its “FIZZ” trademark for a competing beverage-delivery app targeting…