The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has recently expressed opposition to an advocacy group’s request to unseal documents related to a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigation into PepsiCo’s pricing practices. The Chamber argues that unsealing the documents could reveal “confidential investigatory material” typically kept under seal by courts. This development comes on the heels of a…
In a complex legal battle involving a former Holland & Knight LLP partner, the ongoing litigation has taken a new turn. The attorney is seeking another deposition from his ex-wife, asserting that she previously refused to answer crucial questions related to their divorce proceedings. The litigation, which features a prominent Pennsylvania personal injury firm, Fritz…
A coalition of antitrust scholars, former government officials, and a center-left technology industry group has stepped forward to support CoStar Group Inc.’s pursuit of a rehearing in the Ninth Circuit regarding a recent antitrust ruling. This coalition has formally requested permission to file amicus briefs to bolster CoStar’s position, highlighting the case’s potential implications for…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested a rehearing by the full Fourth Circuit over a recent decision that revived a free speech lawsuit filed by the union representing immigration judges. This request challenges a panel decision from June that the DOJ argues contravenes established U.S. Supreme Court precedent, potentially imposing a new legal…
The recent $130 million executive transition at Starbucks underscores the considerable financial implications tied to CEO ousters in high-stakes corporate environments. When Laxman Narasimhan assumed the role of Starbucks CEO from Howard Schultz, who had returned for an interim stint, the financial outlay included stock grants, cash bonuses, and other remunerations for both incoming and…
Shira Perlmutter, the former Register of Copyrights, has petitioned the D.C. Circuit Court to overturn her dismissal by the Trump administration, arguing that her removal was unlawful and urging her reinstatement before Congress reconvenes on September 2. Perlmutter’s termination on May 10, 2025, followed the release of a U.S. Copyright Office report that questioned the…
In a notable shift of legal strategy, the Trump administration has been employing the False Claims Act (FCA) in targeted ways to advance policies on social and cultural fronts, particularly in areas such as gender-affirming care and diversity initiatives. This approach leverages the FCA’s provisions, traditionally used to combat fraud against government programs, to address…
A former Philadelphia Municipal Court judge has regained his law license following a contentious ruling by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. The decision, which was not unanimous, is significant in light of the judge’s past admission of accepting $90,000 to withdraw from a congressional race. His suspension was initially imposed due to the severity of the…
In an unfolding legal standoff, the only Democratic member of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) expressed readiness to challenge her potential removal by President Donald Trump through legal action. The member has made it clear that she views any attempt at her removal as unlawful, a stance that could ignite a constitutional debate. Given the…
In a decisive move, the Federal Circuit has upheld the invalidation of Wilco Marsh Buggies and Draglines Inc.’s patent related to an excavator and dredging vehicle. This decision affirms the ruling of a Louisiana federal court, which found the patent’s claims void under the “on-sale bar” due to prior commerce activities in the 1990s. The…
A Los Angeles judge has denied a bid for partial judgment in a complex $1.8 million malpractice lawsuit involving a law firm accused of mishandling the recovery of assets lost in the Girardi Keese embezzlement scandal. The decision was issued on Tuesday, highlighting the ongoing legal wrangling that continues to follow the infamous collapse of…
Spencer Fane has announced the addition of a notable expert to its Real Estate Practice Group. The law firm welcomed a prominent figure specializing in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) compliance. This strategic hire is part of Spencer Fane’s broader effort to enhance its real estate capabilities. The new team member, whose…
Nevada’s judicial leadership is moving towards enhancing its business legal framework, with Chief Justice Lidia Stiglich advocating for a structured plan to develop comprehensive business court rules. This initiative stems from an understanding that a specialized approach could significantly improve the efficiency and predictability of business litigation in the state, thus attracting more corporate entities…
In a recent development that could significantly impact the trajectory of cryptocurrency regulation, the Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) indicated that the majority of crypto tokens may not need to be classified as securities. This distinction holds importance, as it would determine whether these tokens fall under the jurisdiction of the…
California law firms are increasingly facing the daunting challenge of managing the financial burden associated with wildfire litigation. Mounting a case against utility companies accused of causing these devastating fires can require substantial resources, sometimes involving millions of dollars upfront. The legal environment demands innovative financial strategies to handle such cases effectively, and firms are…
In a significant legal development, Latham & Watkins LLP successfully secured the dismissal of a securities action against Akero Therapeutics, a company focused on developing treatments for liver diseases. This case, which centered on clinical trials for Akero’s sole product, has been dismissed for the second time by U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers. The…
In the ongoing legal battle involving in-flight connectivity, a federal judge in Texas has ruled against American Airlines’ attempt to dismiss several patent infringement claims related to technology enabling Wi-Fi connections aboard aircraft. The decision marks a significant development in a case that pits the airline industry against patent holders seeking royalties for widely used…
Kirkland & Ellis LLP recently secured a notable dismissal of a children’s privacy lawsuit in the educational technology sector, marking a significant moment in legal challenges faced by the industry. The decision was handed down by District Judge Stanley Blumenfeld in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, where the plaintiffs’ individual…
Shira Perlmutter, the former director of the U.S. Copyright Office, has petitioned the D.C. Circuit Court to overturn her dismissal by the Trump administration, arguing that her removal was unconstitutional. She seeks reinstatement before Congress reconvenes on September 2. Perlmutter’s termination on May 10, 2025, followed the release of a Copyright Office report that questioned…
An attorney in Washington state is challenging the sanctions imposed by an Arizona federal judge over the inclusion of fake and misleading citations in an opening brief. The attorney argues that the court’s decision “treats the mere existence of AI-hallucinated citations as an automatic violation,” a standard not aligned with the requirements of Rule 11….
In a protracted legal battle between healthcare software company the TriZetto Group and Syntel Inc., TriZetto has pushed for nearly $18 million in attorney fees. The request follows their claim that Syntel’s conduct throughout the decade-long trade secrets dispute was “unreasonable” enough to warrant such a compensation. This ongoing litigation has been a notable example…
SpaceX, the company behind Starlink, is intensifying its efforts to shape how states allocate funding for broadband expansion. The company has targeted Louisiana’s decision to favor fiber-based solutions, arguing that the significant grants should be redirected to satellite systems like Starlink. This approach reflects a similar stance SpaceX took against a proposal in Virginia during…
In a recent development, Suno, a company specializing in artificial intelligence music generation, has taken a firm stance against a proposed class-action lawsuit filed by a group of independent musicians. The artists claim that Suno’s AI-generated music constitutes copyright infringement, a contention that Suno has described as lacking substantiation. The case is currently before a…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced that, effective September 1, 2025, all Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) hearings will transition back to in-person proceedings. This shift marks a departure from the remote hearings that became standard during the COVID-19 pandemic. ([uspto.gov](https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/news-updates/uspto-returning-person-ptab-hearings?utm_source=openai)) Under the new directive, parties are expected to appear in…
Two insurers have been found not liable to cover companies accused of orchestrating an $8.5 million judgment scheme, following a ruling by a Minnesota federal court. The court determined that the commercial general liability policies did not extend to the alleged abuse of process claims. The decision highlights the limitations of coverage under policies designed…