In a significant legal development, a Miami jury has awarded $200 million in punitive damages against Tesla, holding the electric car company partially responsible for a fatal accident that occurred in Florida in 2019. The decision came after a day and a half of deliberations, highlighting the jury’s scrutiny of Tesla’s responsibilities in the incident….
The landscape of college sports has been thrust into a period of uncertainty following President Donald Trump’s executive order urging Congress to enact regulatory measures concerning Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights for college athletes. Democratic lawmakers in New York and sports law practitioners are closely watching Congress, as these proposed regulations could significantly alter…
In a recent move within the legal landscape of the logistics industry, a seasoned attorney with an impressive track record at major corporations has transitioned to a new role. Lori Ann Terrell, formerly with Cox Automotive and The Coca-Cola Company, has joined a leading logistics firm, underscoring the dynamic nature of in-house legal practices in…
In July 2025, several prominent corporations announced significant additions to their legal departments, reflecting ongoing trends in the in-house legal landscape. Warner Bros. Discovery appointed a new General Counsel to oversee its global legal operations. This move comes as the company continues to navigate the complexities of the evolving media landscape. Deutsche Bank strengthened its…
July 2025 witnessed a series of notable in-house legal appointments across various industries, reflecting the dynamic nature of corporate legal departments and their strategic importance within organizations. In the technology sector, Microsoft appointed a new Deputy General Counsel to oversee its expanding cloud services division. This move underscores the company’s commitment to navigating the complex…
Michael Gray, an intellectual property attorney at Nixon Peabody, has found a unique connection between his passion for scuba diving and his approach to litigation strategy. Practicing for over a decade in Texas, Gray’s unconventional journey to the legal field informs his distinctive perspective on trial preparation and litigation. Before diving into law, Gray pursued…
An appellate court in New York has overturned a contentious statute imposing a $1,000 fine on judges who deny requests for writs of habeas corpus. This decision, issued by the Second Judicial Department of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York, underscores significant concerns over the separation of powers. The controversial law,…
In a recent incident during the New York bar exam, a Fordham University School of Law graduate experienced a medical crisis, leading to significant controversy over the handling of the situation. The test-taker’s collapse, which required CPR, occurred while she was taking the exam. An eyewitness account and reports from the university have fueled criticism…
On August 1, 2025, McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel finalized their merger, forming McDermott Will & Schulte, a law firm comprising approximately 1,750 attorneys across more than 20 global offices. This consolidation positions the firm among the top 20 U.S. law firms by revenue, with combined earnings exceeding $2.8 billion in…
In an unexpected turn this Supreme Court term, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals experienced a complete reversal of all its cases reviewed by the Supreme Court. This rare alignment with the liberal justices stands in contrast to the prevailing conservative majority, raising questions about the circuit’s legal interpretations and positions. The Fourth Circuit’s decisions…
Figma’s recent initial public offering (IPO) has not only marked a significant milestone for the design software company but also brought substantial financial gains to its legal counsel, Fenwick & West LLP. The law firm, which guided Figma through its IPO process, holds 866,138 shares of Figma’s Class A common stock. At the IPO price…
The legal community continually seeks engaging ways to refine their expertise, and voir dire—the process of jury selection—holds a significant place in their toolkit. Law360 Pulse caters to this need with its weekly quiz designed to challenge and entertain legal professionals. This quiz, aptly named “Voir Dire,” invites participants to test their knowledge on recent…
A Miami federal jury has ordered Tesla to pay $329 million in damages for a fatal crash involving its Autopilot driver-assist system. The jury found the company significantly responsible for the incident, determining its technology failed to prevent the accident, even though the driver admitted to being distracted by a cell phone. The crash killed…
Danaher Corporation, the globally diversified conglomerate known for its science and technology innovations, has recently acquired the legal expertise of Randy Guzman, Dollar Tree’s former top lawyer. Guzman’s departure from Dollar Tree comes on the heels of a significant corporate transaction, as Dollar Tree completed the sale of its Family Dollar unit, a move aimed…
OpenAI has recently discontinued a feature in ChatGPT that allowed users to make their conversations publicly accessible and searchable via platforms like Google. This decision follows reports that numerous private chats, some containing sensitive personal information, were inadvertently indexed and appeared in search results. The feature in question was introduced as an opt-in option, enabling…
The legal job sector in the United States has continued to expand for a fifth consecutive month as of July, maintaining a trend of steady growth amid broader economic uncertainties. This sustained expansion has been observed predominantly across in-house legal teams, law firms, and government legal departments. The sector’s resilience is evidenced by a notable…
In July, the U.S. legal sector added 600 jobs, marking the fifth consecutive month of employment growth, according to preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This trend underscores the sector’s resilience in a dynamic economic landscape, reflecting a broader pattern of recovery and expansion across various legal markets. The continuity in job…
In a strategic move reflective of its commitment to expanding influence within government circles, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi, a prominent New Jersey law firm, has appointed Justin Braz, a former senior aide to Governor Phil Murphy, to spearhead its newly established government affairs unit. This decision underscores the firm’s aim to engage more effectively in…
In a notable courtroom incident, a court reporter misheard an attorney’s “counter motion to compel” as “motion from hell,” highlighting the potential for transcription errors due to misinterpretation. While such mistakes have traditionally been human errors, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into court reporting introduces new challenges that could exacerbate these issues. AI-driven transcription…
In a recent decision, the Eleventh Circuit affirmed a U.S. Tax Court ruling denying a widow’s claim for innocent spouse relief from tax debt she shared with her deceased husband. The court concluded that because the underlying income belonged to her, she was not entitled to the relief she sought. This decision underscores the complexities…
The ongoing debate over patent eligibility under Section 101 of the U.S. Patent Act remains unresolved as the Supreme Court recently declined to revisit the governing framework. This decision leaves the 2014 ruling in Alice Corp. v. CLS Bank International as the guiding precedent, a ruling that has significantly shaped the landscape of patent law…
New York City’s Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch is at the center of a controversial incident that highlights the complex interplay between crime and social justice in the city. A recent attack has underscored the friction between her dual roles of maintaining law and order while navigating the city’s intricate political landscape. According to Bloomberg Law,…
In Boston’s legal landscape, summer often brings a lull, as many of the city’s universities and colleges take a break. However, July witnessed notable movements within the legal community, highlighted by strategic hires and career shifts that have implications for the region’s legal dynamics. One significant development involved a late-career transition by a prominent partner…
The legal industry is facing a unique confluence of challenges that are reshaping its landscape, particularly affecting associate lawyers. These pressures include shifting market demands, increasing client expectations, and significant changes in work culture, all of which bring new realities for associates who are often on the front lines of these changes. A potential trend…
In a recent development, X, the company previously known as Twitter, finds itself embroiled in legal challenges following the mass layoffs that swept through its workforce. The company is now obligated to cover substantial arbitration fees in disputes with former employees, as reported by Bloomberg Law. This situation arises from the terms of employment contracts…