President Donald Trump has appointed Lindsey Halligan, a senior White House aide and former personal attorney, as the interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. This appointment follows the resignation of Erik Siebert, who stepped down amid pressure from the administration to pursue charges against political adversaries, including New York Attorney General Letitia…
The Wall Street Journal has moved to dismiss a formidable $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump, asserting the veracity of its reporting. The lawsuit stems from an article published on July 17, claiming Trump had sent a “bawdy” birthday letter to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According…
The recent imposition of a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas has sparked significant concerns among immigration attorneys and business leaders alike. Unveiled with minimal advance notice, this steep increase is expected to create ripples across the American labor market and influence the international workforce. Critics argue that the heightened cost could deter U.S. companies from…
In a significant development in the ongoing legal battle between MGA Entertainment and the hip hop moguls Clifford “T.I.” Harris and Tameka “Tiny” Harris, a California federal judge has decided to convene a fourth jury to deliberate on potential punitive damages regarding MGA’s alleged infringement of the trade dress associated with the pop group owned…
In a significant legal maneuver, Johnson & Johnson has petitioned for a rehearing by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit concerning a class certification decision in a shareholder lawsuit. This legal action is notably focused on statements J&J made regarding its talc products. The July 30 decision, which affirmed the class certification,…
Baker McKenzie has initiated a defamation lawsuit against former tax associate Brooke Radford, alleging she made false accusations of sexual assault against Maurice Bellan, the head of the firm’s Washington, D.C., office. The firm contends that Radford’s claims, disseminated through social media, are unfounded and have caused reputational harm. According to the complaint filed in…
In a noteworthy development at the Delaware Court of Chancery, Match.com and its shareholders recently secured approval for a $30 million settlement. This conclusion resolves disputes linked to the fairness of the company’s 2019 reverse spinoff from Barry Diller-controlled IAC/Interactive. Vice Chancellor Morgan T. Zurn, overseeing the matter, drew an intriguing parallel between the past…
The U.S. Supreme Court has affirmed President Donald Trump’s authority to dismiss Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter, a Democratic appointee, sans cause—an action that continues to ripple across the legal sphere. On Monday, the decision was seen as a critical examination of the executive branch’s power, potentially reshaping the landscape of federal agency governance. The…
In a recent legal development, a proposed class action involving Floridian plaintiffs against the law firm Moore & Van Allen PLLC has emerged, as highlighted in Law360’s report. The plaintiffs allege that the firm mishandled their employee stock ownership trust. Central to the dispute is the plaintiffs’ assertion that they possess the necessary standing to…
In a decisive ruling, Manhattan federal judge has mandated that Reed Smith LLP must hand over client documents pertaining to its former representation of Eletson Holdings. This order is part of an ongoing legal dispute involving Eletson and competitor Levona, as there is probable cause suggesting fraud took place during a previous arbitration process. As…
Tom Girardi, the former attorney known for high-profile litigation, must remain in prison during the appeal of his wire fraud conviction. A California federal judge ruled against Girardi’s request to stay out of prison, highlighting the gravity of the charges against him. Girardi was found guilty of misappropriating millions of dollars meant for his clients,…
Anthropic PBC, the artificial intelligence company behind the chatbot Claude, has agreed to a $1.5 billion settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit filed by authors who alleged the unauthorized use of their copyrighted works for AI training. The proposed settlement, which would compensate authors approximately $3,000 per book, is currently under judicial review. The lawsuit,…
Human Rights Watch has issued a strong condemnation of the recent sentencing of two former media workers in Kyrgyzstan. Joomort Duulatov and Aleksandr Aleksandrov, both previously camera operators for the online platform Kloop, received five-year prison sentences after being convicted of “public calls for mass unrest.” This verdict has drawn widespread criticism and concern from…
Intel and Apple are facing allegations of patent infringement over transceiver technology that Apple has reportedly used in multiple iPhone models. The lawsuit, filed by a technology company specializing in transceiver tech, claims that Intel has been aware of the patented technology for years and nonetheless continued to supply transceiver components to Apple for use…
In a significant legal development, U.S. Circuit Judge Pauline Newman is advocating for the full D.C. Circuit to reassess existing precedents that restrict disciplined judges from suing their own courts. This plea for reconsideration comes in the wake of her ongoing challenge against her suspension, signaling a potential shift in the judiciary’s internal dynamics. Judge…
U.S. Circuit Judge Pauline Newman is urging the full D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to reevaluate existing precedents that limit the ability of judges to pursue litigation against their own courts. Her call to action follows a “suspension” she is contesting, emphasizing an “implicit invitation” from a recent panel decision that she believes warrants reconsideration…
A Delaware federal court has declined to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that Warner Bros. Entertainment, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Fox Corporation infringed upon multiple lighting patents. The court, however, agreed to narrow the scope of the case by dismissing certain claims. The lawsuit, initiated by Colt International Clothing, centers on six patents related to bicolor…
In an ongoing crackdown on media freedom, Ethiopian authorities have been criticized for the arrests of journalists and media professionals, raising significant concerns regarding freedom of speech. Human Rights Watch has documented a series of arbitrary detentions since August 2025, as reported by JURIST. Officials have accused media operators of acting in bad faith, leading…
A federal judge in North Carolina has brought to a close a legal battle concerning a trademark infringement suit centered on a photoshopped image of drag show protesters. The courtroom saga highlighted the complex intersection of trademark law and freedom of expression. The lawsuit accused a local restaurant of altering an image of protesters, using…
The recent shift in policy by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) allowing companies to include mandatory arbitration clauses in shareholder agreements marks a significant change from decades of regulatory approach. This move permits companies to require shareholders to settle disputes through arbitration rather than pursuing class action lawsuits. For many years, the SEC…
In a notable development within the semiconductor industry, the deputy director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has opened the door for a company to contest a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) decision that previously invalidated a claim within its semiconductor patent. This action surfaces amid conflicting outcomes between the board and…
The United Nations Independent International Commission of Ukraine has delivered a critical report to the UN Human Rights Council, revealing that Russian armed forces have employed short-range drones to target civilians. These drones, which have become a leading cause of civilian casualties in the conflict, surpass more conventional means such as missiles and artillery. Their…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, generative AI stands out as a significant force reshaping how legal professionals approach their work. Its applications are wide-ranging, from drafting legal documents to conducting complex analyses. However, the integration of such advanced tools also brings with it a host of legal considerations surrounding defensibility, particularly when it…
Judge Louis Nock has made a notable transition from the Manhattan Supreme Court bench to join the law firm Anderson Kill. The decision comes on the heels of his recent reelection to a 10-year term on the civil court bench, a position he decided to leave to return to private practice. This move marks a…
The entertainment industry witnessed a notable development as Disney decided to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel after a brief suspension of his late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live. The suspension came in the wake of pressure from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with Chairman Brendan Carr hinting at potential license revocations for ABC-affiliated broadcast stations. This move by…