Guatemala and El Salvador have dispatched military personnel to Haiti to integrate into a United Nations-backed initiative aiming to curb the ongoing issue of gang violence plaguing the nation. This deployment forms part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission, which received formal authorization from the UN Security Council in 2023. This mission, designed to…
In a recent development, Myanmar’s military government has released 5,864 prisoners, marking the 77th anniversary of the nation’s independence from British colonial rule. This act of mass amnesty is part of the military government’s traditional practice of granting pardons during significant national events. As reported, those benefiting from the amnesty who re-offend face potential reincarceration…
On January 13, 2025, India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) released draft rules under the much-debated Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act. These draft rules, now open for public consultation until February 18, 2025, have reignited discussions surrounding their potential impact on data privacy rights in India. The Draft Digital Personal Data Protection…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently published findings asserting that the State of Oklahoma is engaging in illegal discrimination against individuals with behavioral health disabilities, in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The report highlights that Oklahoma has been unnecessarily institutionalizing these individuals in psychiatric hospitals and various care facilities, effectively isolating…
President Joe Biden is poised to implement a significant policy change by restricting new offshore oil and gas development over a substantial portion of US waters. This decision affects about 625 million acres, spanning across Atlantic and Pacific waters, as well as the eastern Gulf of Mexico. The move aligns with the administration’s broader environmental…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has verified that the individual behind the attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans acted alone, confirming his status as a lone-wolf terrorist. FBI Deputy Assistant Director Christopher Raia, from the agency’s Counterterrorism Division, disclosed at a recent press conference that Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar, a U.S. citizen and former military…
In a notable move aimed at supporting Syria’s political transformation, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock emphasized the necessity of inclusivity in the nation’s transition to a new government. Speaking during her visit to Damascus, Baerbock articulated that European support is contingent upon Syria’s commitment to involving marginalized groups in this process. Her visit marks the…
Former NFL players have filed a motion to compel discovery in a class action lawsuit against the National Football League’s employee welfare benefit plans. The players allege that these plans have unlawfully withheld disability benefits, contravening the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) by failing in their fiduciary responsibilities. Filed in the U.S. District…
In a recent legal development, a Delaware federal court has dismissed portions of the antitrust counterclaims brought against 10x Genomics Inc., a notable business partner of Harvard. The case involves a patent dispute with a competing biotech firm, which is scheduled for trial next month. The decision narrows the scope of the legal challenge faced…
In a strategic move, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC is expanding its operations to Chicago with the aid of over a dozen intellectual property professionals hailing from Locke Lord LLP. This transition follows Locke Lord’s official merger with Troutman Pepper earlier this week. The newly acquired talent will play a pivotal role in establishing Buchanan’s…
A Delaware federal judge has rejected Natera’s request for a new trial after a jury awarded the genetic testing company $96 million in damages. The case centered on allegations against CareDx, with the jury concluding that CareDx appropriated one of Natera’s patents. However, the jury found no infringement on a second patent held by Natera….
A legal dispute has emerged as Aetna has filed a lawsuit in Massachusetts against Takeda Pharmaceuticals, alleging that the company engaged in anticompetitive practices to maintain its profits. According to the claims, Takeda entered into an agreement with Par Pharmaceutical to intentionally keep a generic version of its anticonstipation drug, Amitiza, off the market. This…
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has taken a significant step in its ongoing legal battle with music publishers by agreeing to a partial injunction. The litigation, underway in a California federal court, centers on copyright infringement claims. To address these issues, Anthropic has committed to implementing guardrails to ensure its chatbot, Claude, does not reproduce copyrighted…
In a significant development for the tech industry, Netgear Inc. and Huawei Technologies Co. have jointly informed a California federal judge of their decision to settle a contentious legal battle. The dispute revolved around allegations of racketeering concerning standard-essential patents (SEPs) related to Wi-Fi technology. The parties have requested a 30-day stay to finalize the…
A $6.6 million patent infringement verdict winner is requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to examine the Federal Circuit’s decision not to augment these damages. The petition focuses on claims that the court implemented an incorrect standard for submitting fraud evidence unearthed post-trial, and exceeded its power while making decisions regarding damages in foreign territories without…
In a year marked by remarkable activity in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), a prominent Biglaw firm has reportedly achieved significant success, advising on transactions amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars. As the competitive landscape of M&A continues to evolve, this firm’s accomplishments highlight the ongoing demand for expertise in navigating complex financial arrangements. The…
The article, titled New Year, Same Clarence Thomas — See Also, featured on Above the Law, discusses ongoing controversies surrounding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. As the title suggests, the new year does not seem to bring changes in Justice Thomas’s approach to disclosures. In particular, “More failure to disclose stuff” hints at continued scrutiny…
The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has upheld a decision rejecting Audemars Piguet Holding’s applications to register two watch design configurations. This decision confirms the trademark examiner’s original rejection, highlighting issues with the drawings submitted in the application. This ruling serves as a significant reminder of the importance that design specifics and application precision…
In a move that underscores the ongoing complexity of redistricting battles, Louisiana has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to settle the contentious litigation surrounding its federal election map. The state has proposed that the Court consider three potential courses of action: dismiss the case on grounds of standing, deliberate on the substantive merits, or,…
As the United States Supreme Court prepares for oral arguments regarding a contentious federal law targeting TikTok, the final briefs have been filed, setting the stage for an important legal battle. This comes after the Biden administration’s efforts to enforce the law, which mandates TikTok’s shutdown in the U.S. unless ByteDance, its parent company, divests…
In a recent legal move, Texas Insurance Co. has initiated a lawsuit against the law firm Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP and a partner in a California state court. The insurer alleges that the firm failed to properly advise them about the potential liability they faced in connection with an $11.15 million verdict arising from a…
The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has recently issued a decision impacting the legal landscape for telemarketing practices and the liability within business structures. The case involves Day Pacer LLC, a now-defunct sales lead company, alongside its surviving executives, who were found liable for infringing on the Do Not Call Registry….
In a stark denunciation of ongoing hostilities affecting healthcare in Gaza, UN Special Rapporteurs Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng and Francesca Albanese have labeled recent assaults on hospitals as a “blatant disregard” for the right to health. The rapporteurs’ statement came in response to the raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital, which culminated in the arrest of its…
A sports blog based in Boca Raton, Florida, is currently embroiled in a legal battle following allegations of copyright infringement. The case, brought by a New York photographer, centers on the blog’s use of an image in a post discussing the history of the iconic Sports Illustrated brand. This highlights ongoing issues surrounding intellectual property…
In a significant development for international financial crime investigations, Do Hyeong Kwon, the cryptocurrency entrepreneur behind the $40 billion collapse of Luna and TerraUSD, has been extradited to the United States. Kwon, a 33-year-old national from South Korea, had been elusive since the failure of his financial empire, which led to substantial investor losses. The…