Last week on Law360, several law firms and stories commanded significant attention, reflecting the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of the legal industry. With a portfolio of over 200 articles published daily across a multitude of topics, Law360 continues to be a vital resource for legal professionals looking to stay informed and strategically agile. A…
On Thursday, former President Donald Trump appealed to the Third Circuit Court to overturn a recent decision in the high-profile defamation case brought against him by the Central Park Five. Trump contends that the lower court’s ruling, which rejected Pennsylvania’s anti-SLAPP statute as a defense, was “truly bizarre.” According to his legal team, the statute…
A recent decision by a California appellate court has underscored the critical importance of judicial diligence in verifying legal citations. The case involved a trial judge who incorporated fictitious case law into her ruling, despite prior warnings about the inaccuracies. This oversight led the appellate panel to reverse the judgment, emphasizing the necessity for courts…
Spotify’s legal team recently moved to dismiss a proposed class action filed by rapper RBX, claiming that the streaming giant allows billions of fraudulent bots to skew the visibility of certain artists over others. In a session with a California federal judge, an attorney argued that the lawsuit lacks a foundational element: the “special relationship”…
In a notable resolution that underscores ongoing challenges in patent litigation within the telecommunications sector, Adtran has announced the settlement of its legal dispute in an Alabama federal court. The case, which centered around accusations that Adtran had infringed upon five patents related to communication networks and data transmission, saw the company defending the validity…
The Ninth Circuit Court has mandated that attorneys from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP pay legal fees to a European winemaker, a recent development following Winebow’s appeal, which was described as “self-indulgent” by the court. This decision arises from the law firm’s representation of an importer in a case disputing a winemaker’s valid…
In a notable development within property law, the Colorado Court of Appeals has overturned a lower court’s decision, reviving a proposed class-action lawsuit that challenges the practice of landlords charging tenants for attorney fees during eviction proceedings. The lawsuit targets a collection of landlords alongside the law firm Tschetter Sulzer PC and the Colorado Apartment…
The controversy surrounding the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) approach to patent review has reached the U.S. Supreme Court, with various stakeholders urging a reversal of a policy they argue contradicts legal principles. The crux of the issue lies in the USPTO’s reliance on the age of patents as a determining factor to decline…
In a significant development for Intuit Inc., the maker of TurboTax, a federal judge in California has dismissed a lawsuit claiming the company infringed upon a patent related to synchronized internet browsing. The decision was delivered after the court found that Intuit’s tax preparation services did not align with the crucial definitions outlined in the…
In a recent decision by a North Carolina federal judge, a homebuilding company and its owners were cleared of allegations made by an architect concerning the unauthorized use of his cabinet designs. The ruling underscored that the designs lacked the necessary elements of originality and creativity to qualify as copyrightable architectural works, which is a…
The recent shooting of two attorneys from Fox Rothschild LLP outside a courthouse in Raleigh, North Carolina, has sparked renewed concerns about courthouse safety. This incident, occurring just before the Memorial Day weekend, underscores the growing anxiety over the protection of legal professionals in a justice system that appears increasingly under threat. The concerns were…
Last August, a controversial shift in grant funding policy was initiated by the Trump administration, which could significantly impact the governance of scientific research funding in the United States. The new proposal outlined changes that would allow political appointees to exercise ultimate authority over grant approvals, sidelining the peer review process traditionally regarded as the…
In a significant development out of Delaware, a federal judge has upheld the validity of a patent owned by The Nielsen Company that relates to audio recognition software. The decision comes as the court declined to invalidate the patent under the Alice test, a benchmark set by the U.S. Supreme Court to assess the abstract…
The Seventh Circuit Court has brought renewed attention to the procedural intricacies of intellectual property litigation by reviving a case concerning the service of legal documents to Chinese defendants via email. The decision stems from disputes in the “Schedule A” trademark actions, where defendants face allegations of counterfeiting. The court found that serving legal papers…
A recent decision by a Florida federal judge has significantly altered the trajectory of a trademark dispute between a U.K.-based company and several online retailers. The case centered around allegations that the defendants had infringed on the “Designice” trademark by producing unauthorized merchandise. However, the court has dismissed most of these defendants, citing a lack…
By Emilie Ruscoe (May 29, 2026) – Luminar Semiconductor Inc., a bankrupt company previously engaged in autonomous vehicle technology, is no longer entangled in a proposed investor class action. The case involved allegations that the company misrepresented a competitor’s technology as its own in promotional materials. While Luminar has exited the litigation, the lawsuit is…
In a recent announcement, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has indicated that it will suspend oral arguments during the month of August. This decision comes as a result of ongoing infrastructure improvements on its courthouse, causing a temporary disruption in its usual schedule. This development might influence timelines for legal practitioners…
In recent years, federal lawsuits known as “Schedule A” suits, which allow brand owners to target numerous online sellers simultaneously, have expanded outside their traditional base in Chicago. Throughout 2025, these mass anti-counterfeiting actions have seen a rise, although they face increasing scrutiny and challenges. The proliferation of these cases reflects the ongoing battle that…
In a recent bankruptcy proceeding, a New York judge raised concerns regarding the appropriateness of federal court as the venue for winding down two commercial real estate law firms connected to Mark J. Nussbaum. The firms had sought to bypass a proceeding for the benefit of creditors in New York state court, a move that…
Corteva Inc. is reportedly approaching a settlement in a class action lawsuit brought by farmers concerning its pesticide rebate program. This legal action, which also involves scrutiny from federal enforcers, centers on allegations that Corteva incentivized distributors not to stock cheaper generic alternatives. This move may have hindered competition in the pesticide market, raising concerns…
In a notable legal development, a New York federal court is currently reviewing a racketeering lawsuit alleging that an immigration law firm operates using a “conveyor-belt model” to process high volumes of cases. The complaint, filed under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), accuses the firm of misleading clients while prioritizing speed and…
The United States Supreme Court recently concluded a legal dispute involving a group of immigration judges seeking to challenge the Justice Department over free speech restrictions imposed by the Trump administration. In a firm ruling, the Court criticized the Fourth Circuit for overstepping its bounds. As the highest court put it, federal courts are not…
As artificial intelligence continues to transform the legal industry, a comparison to the evolution of the music industry is becoming increasingly relevant. Just as platforms like Spotify have changed how artists distribute and monetize their music, AI is beginning to reshape the legal sector by taking over routine tasks. This shift may lead to a…
The recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Teva Pharmaceuticals International GmbH v. Eli Lilly and Company represents a significant development for patentees in the realm of genus claims. This ruling reversed a prior judgment from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, which had concluded that…
In a dramatic turn of events in the patent litigation between broadband giant Altice and tech company Touchstream Technologies, a New York federal judge delivered a scathing rebuke to both parties for delays that have plagued the case. Altice’s recent attempt to secure a judgment on the pleadings was roundly dismissed as “a delayed, misfiled,…