On September 16, 2025, a class action lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri against Husch Blackwell LLP and its Executive Board members. The suit alleges that the firm violated the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) by delaying the transfer of employees’ 401(k) contributions to the retirement…
In a closely watched legal battle, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit recently upheld a preliminary injunction preventing former President Donald Trump from dismissing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The ruling, delivered in a 2-1 decision, emphasized the necessity of adherence to procedural due process under the Constitution. Two judges…
The ongoing legal battle involving Jazz Pharmaceuticals has taken another turn as a Delaware federal judge ruled that the company cannot evade antitrust claims regarding its narcolepsy drug distribution method. The case centers on allegations that Jazz improperly listed its patent in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Orange Book, potentially limiting competition for its…
A Delaware federal judge has scheduled a bench trial to examine whether Sirius XM Radio Inc. (SXM) relied on the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft’s five-year delay in asserting patent claims related to satellite radio technology when making business decisions concerning that technology. This decision follows a June 9, 2025, ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the…
In a notable case highlighting the complexities of privacy and technology in sports venues, the Chicago Cubs and their security partners are facing allegations of violating Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). An Illinois resident has alleged that biometric data, including facial recognition information, was collected from visitors attending games at Wrigley Field without proper…
As the Trump administration navigates the complexities of its negotiations over TikTok’s future, criticism mounts over the handling of the deal, particularly regarding the app’s algorithm. On Tuesday, President Donald Trump confirmed an extension to the deadline set for ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, to transfer ownership in compliance with U.S. regulations. This deadline…
In an escalating legal battle, telehealth provider Doximity is urging a Massachusetts federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit from the AI-driven medical company OpenEvidence. The case, presented as a trade secrets dispute, is described by Doximity as a strategic maneuver intended to suppress competition in the burgeoning medical AI landscape. This claim underscores the increasingly…
As the new term for the United States Supreme Court commences, concerns are being raised regarding the docket’s potential impact on the judiciary’s integrity and perception. A prominent Democrat has expressed that the current caseload poses a significant threat to judicial impartiality and public trust. This alert comes amidst a series of cases dealing with…
Leading entertainment giants, including Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Universal, have initiated legal proceedings against the Chinese artificial intelligence firm MiniMax. The lawsuit, filed on Tuesday, accuses MiniMax of appropriating intellectual property to generate unauthorized images and videos featuring iconic characters such as Spider-Man, Darth Vader, and Superman. The entertainment companies argue that MiniMax employs…
A recent ruling by a Manhattan federal judge has determined that a unit of Travelers Insurance is obligated to cover the defense and settlement costs incurred by Scholastic Inc. in a trademark and copyright infringement lawsuit. However, the insurer is not required to pay the consequential damages that Scholastic had sought. The case originated when…
In a recent address, Justice Sonia Sotomayor emphasized the vital role children must play in addressing the United States’ historical and systemic challenges. Her remarks focused on the critical importance of education and civic understanding as pillars of democracy. Justice Sotomayor posed the rhetorical question about whether society fully grasps the distinction between monarchy and…
A Georgia criminal defense attorney was disbarred by the state’s high court after serious professional misconduct. This lawyer, who had formerly represented clients in criminal cases, came under scrutiny for accepting $5,000 from a client’s mother, failing to appear at multiple hearings, and delaying a trial for over a year without consulting his defendant. The…
Dave & Buster’s has reached a settlement concerning nearly 1,000 claims related to the prohibition of disparaging reviews by consumers. This legal dispute arose under a 2014 California law that outlaws any contractual provisions which might prevent consumers from expressing opinions about a company, its products, or its services. This settlement serves as a significant…
OpenAI’s latest announcement about ChatGPT’s new age verification system might be a significant development in the field of AI usability and privacy. OpenAI has revealed plans to implement an automated age-prediction system that identifies whether users are over 18, thereby ensuring younger users access a tailored, restricted version of the AI chatbot. This move aligns…
In a strategic move to secure regulatory approval for its $9.6 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications, Verizon has agreed to offer affordable broadband services in California. The telecom giant plans to introduce a $20-per-month fiber-to-the-home service, providing consumers with symmetrical speeds of 300Mbps. Additionally, a fixed wireless service option offering download speeds of 100Mbps and…
In a recent development, the U.S. Department of Justice has advocated against dismissing assault charges filed against U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver. This move counters allegations that her prosecution is driven by selective motives. The case stems from a confrontation between McIver and federal agents at a Newark Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in May. The…
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is preparing for a significant leadership change in 2027 as the firm’s current head of private equity steps up to co-lead the firm. This transition marks a pivotal moment for the firm, which has been a notable player in the legal sector, especially in private equity and corporate law. The…
The legal landscape in Miami saw a notable development as a federal judge in Florida ruled in favor of the city’s former attorney, effectively dismissing allegations that she participated in a political retaliation scheme. The allegations, put forth by two business owners, accused her of leveraging her position to retaliate against perceived political adversaries. The…
The legal world is grappling with the complex issue of how to manage lawyers’ social media behavior, as seen in the recent firing of a lawyer from Perkins Coie. This decision came after the lawyer, serving as counsel at the firm, publicly criticized political figures such as Charlie Kirk and the Trump administration in a…
Conagra Brands, Inc. is navigating the intricate landscape of executive compensation, aiming to align its policies with investor expectations. Recent discussions suggest that Conagra is undertaking measures to respond to stakeholders increasingly scrutinizing executive pay practices. This comes in the wake of heightened attention on how compensation aligns with company performance and shareholder value. In…
The Federal Circuit recently upheld a lower court’s decision in a case involving a patent for a wig grip apparatus. The court declined to revive the patent owner’s infringement lawsuit against a California-based hair replacement service. The court’s decision hinged on its agreement with the lower court’s interpretation of a pivotal phrase within the patent,…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and cryptocurrency exchange Gemini have reached a tentative settlement concerning the SEC’s allegations that Gemini’s Earn program constituted an unregistered securities offering. This development marks a significant step in the ongoing regulatory scrutiny of crypto lending platforms. In a joint letter filed on September 15, 2025, in the…
Dickinson Wright has made a significant addition to its intellectual property team by bringing on board a seasoned expert from PayPal. This move underscores the strategic emphasis the law firm is placing on strengthening its IP capabilities, particularly in the technology sector which is rapidly evolving with emerging innovations. The new addition to Dickinson Wright,…
Dickinson Wright PLLC has strategically enhanced its intellectual property capabilities by bringing in a seasoned expert from PayPal to its Austin office. The newest addition, who joins as of counsel, is expected to significantly bolster the firm’s offerings in the ever-evolving landscape of IP law. Before transitioning to Dickinson Wright, the new counsel dedicated nearly…
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP has made a significant addition to its investment management practice by hiring Robert O. Smith, a seasoned expert from Blackstone, to join its New York office. Smith, noted for his extensive experience in private equity fund operations and structuring, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the firm. As…