In a federal courtroom in Los Angeles, a California divorce attorney is facing allegations of accepting a substantial bribe from a Swiss oil company, reportedly linked to the attorney’s operations in Nigeria. According to the prosecution during the opening statements, the $2.1 million bribe was funneled through the attorney’s U.S. client trust account as a…
In a recent development within the pharmaceutical industry, Eli Lilly & Co. has resolved a trademark dispute with two clinics it accused of misleading customers. The case was filed in a Washington federal court, alleging that the clinics had infringed on Eli Lilly’s trademarks by selling what appeared to be brand-name weight loss medications, Mounjaro…
Empire Technology Development has expanded its legal campaign following a $12.5 million jury verdict against Samsung by filing patent infringement lawsuits against AT&T and Lenovo. The lawsuits, lodged in the same jurisdiction, center around mobile technology patents, reflecting Empire’s strategy to assert its intellectual property rights across multiple industry players. This move comes shortly after…
President Donald Trump has dismissed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud. This unprecedented action raises significant questions about the independence of the central bank and the legal authority of the president to remove a sitting governor. The allegations against Cook stem from claims that she misrepresented two properties as primary residences…
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals recently reaffirmed its stance by denying Bruce Chasan, a Philadelphia attorney, another opportunity to pursue his dispute over legal fees with the law firm Pierce Bainbridge Beck Price & Hecht LLP. This legal wrangle originates from a client’s unsuccessful attempt to sue Microsoft, alleging unauthorized use of his image…
On August 25, 2025, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated two regulations introduced during President Joe Biden’s administration, which were designed to enhance transparency in short-selling activities. The court determined that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had not adequately assessed the combined economic impact of implementing both rules simultaneously. The challenged regulations…
In a recent development involving Foley & Lardner LLP, a Texas appellate court has raised concerns over a potential conflict of interest that could affect a judge’s ability to preside over a case involving the firm and two of its former clients. This issue stems from allegations that the firm failed to disclose conflicts of…
In an intriguing development within the antitrust landscape, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched a new whistleblower program under its Antitrust Division. This initiative aligns with similar programs across the DOJ and other federal agencies, but it features a distinctive aspect—a collaboration with the U.S. Postal Service. This partnership holds promise for broadening…
In a candid admission before a judicial ethics panel, a Georgia county judge acknowledged a significant lapse in judicial duty. The judge conceded that he “absolutely dropped the ball” by failing to issue a ruling for seven years. This extraordinary delay raises questions about efficiency and accountability within the judiciary. The judge attributes part of…
President Donald Trump announced his intention to suspend or eliminate federal funding for jurisdictions implementing cashless bail policies, reflecting his administration’s hardline stance on crime and justice reform. Describing cashless bail as a “failed experiment,” Trump argued that it allows repeat offenders to exploit the justice system without consequence. He has directed Attorney General Pam…
The courtroom in Colorado is heating up as tensions rise between the co-owners of Kong Co. LLC, a prominent player in the dog toy industry. Accusations of covert power grabs and financial mismanagement marked the commencement of the bench trial on Monday. The legal battle involves five attorneys exchanging pointed allegations over what they claim…
In a Delaware federal court, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is currently defending against allegations from HomeVestors of America Inc., the entity behind the “Ugly House” competition, that the media giant’s show “Ugliest House in America” infringes upon their trademark. Warner Bros. asserts there is no connection between the two, dismissing claims of intellectual property infringement…
Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. and Kelly Toys Holdings have resolved their legal conflict over allegations that Build-A-Bear’s Skoosherz toys infringed upon Kelly Toys’ trademarked Squishmallows line. Filed in a California federal court, the lawsuit highlighted the tension in the burgeoning market for plush, huggable toys, which has seen significant growth in recent years. The dispute between…
Epic Games has formally requested over $205 million in legal fees from Google following its victory in a landmark antitrust case concerning the Google Play Store. The request, submitted to the U.S. District Court in San Francisco, underscores the extensive resources Epic allocated over the five-year litigation period. The legal battle commenced in 2020 when…
In a notable appeal, a German medical supplier is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision by the Federal Circuit, which previously dismissed the company’s trade dress claims concerning the use of the color pink in its hip joint implants. This plea emphasizes a circuit split that could hold significant implications for trade…
In a significant development in the ongoing legal saga involving Kilmar Ábrego García, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained the Salvadorian national at its Baltimore field office, despite multiple federal court mandates to keep him in the United States. Ábrego García’s earlier wrongful deportation in March had already prompted strong rebukes from the judiciary,…
In a significant move, President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Monday that commands the creation of new “specialized” units aimed at enforcing federal laws across Washington, D.C., and other urban centers throughout the nation. This order includes the establishment of a “quick reaction force” within the D.C. National Guard, a strategic response initiated…
The recent dismissal by U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer of a direct infringement claim in a case against AI developers highlights a significant challenge faced by copyright holders. As AI models continue to become more advanced, the question of whether copyrighted material has been used in training these models remains a contentious issue. The case…
UN human rights experts have raised alarms over what they describe as intensifying repression against the Khmer Krom community in Vietnam. They urge the Vietnamese authorities to halt the targeting of minority groups through the use of security laws and call for the release of individuals detained for nonviolent activities. The experts highlight systemic harassment,…
In a significant development for patent law, Acting U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Director Coke Morgan Stewart has recently overturned three Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) discretion decisions during the Director Reviews. This move impacts pivotal cases involving major entities such as WSOU Investments, Nutanix, and Nike, altering the landscape of how patent challenges…
Google and Samsung are pressing the Federal Circuit to deny the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) acting director’s request for a one-month extension. This request is part of the ongoing legal debate surrounding the director’s discretionary denial practices, which Google and Samsung are challenging. These practices have become a focal point in discussions about…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been thrust into legal and political turmoil as the public prosecutor formally requests the death penalty for former president Joseph Kabila. This decision, delivered to the High Military Court in Kinshasa by the military auditor general, Lieutenant General Lucien René Likulia, underscores accusations that Kabila was complicit in…
Google’s attempt to delay a lawsuit brought by major textbook publishers over alleged copyright infringement was blocked by a federal judge in New York. The suit concerns purportedly unauthorized ads linking to pirated textbooks, and Google’s request aimed to pause the proceedings until the Supreme Court ruled on a related case involving Cox Communications. The…
The legal saga between Touchstream Technologies Inc. and Charter Communications reached another turning point as U.S. District Judge Rodney Gilstrap rejected Touchstream’s motion for a new trial. On Monday, the judge dismissed the claim that Charter had misled the jury, thereby upholding the decision that no patent infringement had occurred. Touchstream argued that a fresh…
In a recent decision with significant implications for corporate bankruptcy proceedings, a Florida judge has ruled that the case involving George Weiss, a prominent investor, must remain in the Florida jurisdiction. This ruling comes despite arguments that sought to relocate the case to a different venue, potentially providing different legal advantages or disadvantages to involved…