The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has recently concluded Amgen Inc.’s challenge to a now-disclaimed patent covering Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.’s cancer drug Opdivo and denied Bristol-Myers’ request to pursue a replacement patent. This decision underscores the PTAB’s stance against what it perceives as strategic maneuvers to extend patent protection. In July 2025, Acting Director…
Jackson Walker LLP is facing intensified legal scrutiny as bondholders have urged a Texas federal judge to proceed with a lawsuit alleging the firm concealed a romantic relationship between former U.S. Bankruptcy Judge David R. Jones and ex-partner Elizabeth Freeman. The bondholders argue that Jackson Walker has a history of withholding the truth and is…
A recent ruling by a North Carolina appellate court has drawn attention in the legal community, dismissing an attempt by McGuireWoods LLP and a former partner to claim immunity in a defamation lawsuit. This case revolves around statements made during a press conference related to an investigation of a former CEO of a managed care…
The legal landscape surrounding domestic violence services for immigrants in the United States recently faced a significant challenge as Democratic states, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, initiated legal action against the Department of Justice (DOJ). The lawsuit accuses the DOJ of unjustly withholding federally funded services designated for domestic violence survivors who…
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has recently de-designated the precedential status of its decision in SharkNinja Operating LLC v. iRobot Corp., a move that could significantly impact how interested party issues are addressed in patent challenges. This change may provide patent owners with a new avenue to contest petitions based on the disclosure…
Human Rights Watch has raised concerns over a decision by the Mexico Supreme Court to reduce the emphasis on mandatory legislative consultation with people with disabilities. This ruling, they argue, poses a threat to the inclusion and representation of a vulnerable community. The adjustment in legal precedent alters a requirement that had ensured individuals with…
In a significant decision for documentary filmmakers, a New Jersey federal judge has ruled in favor of Netflix Inc., dismissing a copyright infringement lawsuit brought by a film company owned by a trial lawyer. The case centered on allegations that Netflix’s documentary about sexual abuse in the Boy Scouts of America infringed on the copyright…
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has invalidated six amended claims in a wireless communications patent owned by the University of New Mexico, following a directive from the Federal Circuit to reassess the case. The PTAB determined that these amended claims were substantially similar to previously disallowed claims. This development is part of an…
The Porsche Club of America (PCA) has initiated legal proceedings against Das Renn Treffen Inc., a South Florida-based event organizer, alleging trademark infringement over the use of the term “treffen” in connection with Porsche-related events. The term “treffen,” which translates from German as “meeting” or “gathering,” has been a registered trademark of the PCA since…
French authorities have decided to prosecute the captain of the vessel Boracay, which is suspected of transporting Russian oil and is blacklisted by the EU. The Boracay, flagged under Benin, is part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” that aims to bypass international sanctions on Russian oil exports. The captain, a Chinese national, was detained along…
On October 2, 2025, Justice Samuel Alito of the U.S. Supreme Court issued a temporary stay on a Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision that permitted the return of a 7-year-old girl to Venezuela. The child, whose mother is seeking asylum in Texas, was scheduled for repatriation on October 3. The case centers on the…
A legal battle involving the DC National Guard has defied the constraints of the federal government shutdown, as a federal judge decided to keep the proceedings active. The case, which concerns claims of discrimination and retaliation, highlights the procedural adaptability of the courts during periods of political impasse. At the heart of the litigation is…
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to delve into a pivotal legal conundrum, examining whether Delaware’s medical malpractice statute can be implemented in federal court. This case, poised for oral arguments on Monday, could set substantial precedents for analogous laws across 28 states. The heart of the matter lies in determining the extent to which…
In a recent legal development, a New York federal judge dismissed with prejudice a $300 million fraud and racketeering lawsuit filed against prominent law firms Dentons and Boies Schiller Flexner LLP. The litigation involved allegations that the firms misled a former client regarding a transaction and subsequent arbitration tied to Senegal’s state-owned energy entity. The…
In a recent decision, a California federal judge upheld an arbitration award affirming a battery manufacturer’s right to market its dry battery electrode technology to entities other than Tesla. The court dismissed Tesla’s argument that the arbitrator had misinterpreted the law regarding the intellectual property rights involved. This outcome confirms the battery maker’s leverage to…
The recent announcement by President Donald Trump that the United States will formally consider any attack on Qatar as an attack on itself marks a significant shift in diplomatic relationships within the Gulf region. Issued via executive order, this commitment underscores an expanded strategic alliance between the two countries, reinforcing their cooperation in diplomatic, economic,…
The United States Supreme Court recently agreed to resolve whether former President Donald Trump can lawfully dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Until oral arguments, set for January 2026, the court has stayed her termination, reflecting the legal complexities of this unprecedented [case](https://www.jurist.org/news/2025/10/us-supreme-court-stays-termination-of-federal-reserve-governor-pending-oral-argument/). Trump dismissed Cook in August, alleging she falsified mortgage statements. He argued…
Character.AI, a startup utilizing artificial intelligence to create customizable chatbot personas, has recently come under legal scrutiny following a conflict with the Walt Disney Company. In a decisive move, Disney issued a cease-and-desist letter, prompting Character.AI to remove several user-generated characters from its platform. The allegation centered on claims of intellectual property infringement, with Disney…
In a recent development within the legal battle over the Eaton wildfire, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Laura Seigle has denied a motion to move the trial date up to September 2026, maintaining the scheduled start for January 2027. The plaintiffs—residents and property owners affected by the fire—had hoped for a swifter resolution to their…
A federal judge recently dismissed a whistleblower lawsuit against Anthem Insurance. The lawsuit, filed under the False Claims Act, accused the insurance giant of improperly securing inflated payments from the government health program, Medicaid. The case, which unraveled over procedural grounds, marks a significant development in the ongoing scrutiny of major health insurers and their…
A coalition of over 25 cities and counties across the United States has initiated legal action to challenge the Trump administration’s imposition of new conditions on federal disaster relief grants. The suit, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, involves municipalities such as Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Oakland,…
In September, Massachusetts courts delivered several key rulings that could impact legal practitioners. The decisions span a range of issues, from malpractice suits to arbitration and class action settlements. Here’s a closer look at these rulings. First, a Massachusetts attorney successfully secured an early exit from a malpractice lawsuit. This decision highlights the courts’ willingness…
Former leaders of the Bar Association have taken a notable step in the ongoing legal battle involving the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Trump administration by filing an amicus curiae brief. This brief marks the second such document filed in the case within a week. The lawsuit alleges that the administration engaged in a…
In a decisive move amidst ongoing fiscal uncertainty, U.S. District Chief Judge James E. Boasberg has mandated the continuation of certain critical civil proceedings in federal court, despite the governmental shutdown. The order focuses on motions that require extraordinary relief within the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Meanwhile, other civil proceedings will…
The legal tussle involving Merrill Lynch and several of its former employees has taken a significant turn. Recently, a Georgia federal judge decided to pause the lawsuit brought by Merrill Lynch against Dynasty Financial Partners, Charles Schwab, and a cohort of former employees. The pause comes after a request for an injunction by the financial…