White & Case LLP has strategically bolstered its global investment funds practice and global private capital industry group by bringing on board the global head of private funds and investment management from Mayer Brown LLP. This move highlights White & Case’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its capabilities in advising major institutional investors and fund sponsors…
In a significant legal development, a federal judge in New York has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Uber Technologies Inc. that accused three prominent personal injury law firms of engaging in a racketeering scheme. The lawsuit alleged that the firms conspired with medical professionals to fabricate or exaggerate injury claims filed by passengers, aiming to…
Altria Group Inc. has brought a constitutional challenge against the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) before the Fourth Circuit, arguing that the agency lacks the authority to resolve private patent disputes and to restrict the importation and sale of products allegedly infringing on patents. This legal maneuver comes in response to a patent case initiated…
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) has agreed to pay $20,000 to the stewards of the “Peanuts” television and film music catalog. This settlement resolves allegations that the government improperly used music from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on its social media without permission. The agreement was disclosed on Monday, highlighting a noteworthy resolution in…
Moderna Inc. and Arbutus Biopharma Corp. have reached a settlement in their patent dispute over lipid nanoparticle (LNP) technology used in Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines. The agreement, announced on March 3, 2026, involves a payment of up to $2.25 billion from Moderna to Arbutus and its partner, Genevant Sciences. Under the terms of the settlement, Moderna…
In a significant legal development, the tech giant Apple is embroiled in a derivative lawsuit filed by shareholders who allege that company executives and directors have misused copyrighted materials to advance Apple’s artificial intelligence services. The accusations suggest that Apple’s leadership knowingly adopted a business strategy that risked litigation from copyright holders, as detailed in…
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently urged the Federal Circuit to uphold the rejection of a Sanofi patent application based on the principle of double patenting. The case highlights a contentious area within patent law, as USPTO Director John Squires has called for a reexamination of the underlying policy rationale. This dichotomy…
In a recent ruling, JPMorgan Chase Bank faced a setback as a Delaware federal judge dismissed state law trade secret claims against a data analytics firm related to alleged improper use of credit card data. The ruling, issued on August 17, determined that JPMorgan failed to establish a sufficient connection between the conduct and the…
In a recent development in the Northern District of Texas, a federal magistrate judge advised narrowing the legal proceedings in a patent infringement case between Intellectual Ventures and Southwest Airlines. The recommendation involves the dismissal of one patent claim put forth by Intellectual Ventures, significantly recalibrating the scope of the lawsuit. This move also involves…
A significant dispute has emerged within the medical technology sector, centering on the timeliness of trade secret claims. This issue arose after a Federal Circuit panel invalidated Insulet Corp.’s substantial trade secret victory against EOFlow Co. Ltd. The panel’s decision overturned a jury verdict initially amounting to $452 million, later reduced to $59.4 million, due…
Snap Inc. is currently involved in a legal maneuver as it attempts to transfer a privacy-related lawsuit, arguing that the case is circumventing the presiding judge’s authority. This action underscores the complexities of legal jurisdiction and procedural strategy within high-stakes privacy litigation. The case in question involves accusations against Snap for allegedly mishandling users’ biometric…
The challenge of counterfeit goods in the e-commerce market has emerged as a significant legal battlefront for major brands, with a recent case involving NASCAR illustrating the complexities. A federal judge in North Carolina addressed the issue by blocking international retailers from selling counterfeit NASCAR merchandise online. However, the court refrained from completely shutting down…
A New York bankruptcy judge has dismissed the Chapter 11 filings by two commercial real estate law firms associated with Mark J. Nussbaum. The court found these petitions were filed in bad faith, determining that they belonged in a state-level assignment for the benefit of creditors process in New York, rather than federal bankruptcy court…
The North Carolina Supreme Court has reaffirmed its stance that the odor of cannabis justifies a vehicular search by law enforcement. This decision comes amid ongoing debate regarding the legality and rationale of such searches. In its decision, the court highlighted its ruling from earlier this year, emphasizing continuity in its legal interpretation of the…
In a significant development at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Director John Squires has issued a decision concerning four petitions for review under the America Invents Act (AIA). In his latest order, Squires granted just one of these petitions while denying the other three. The granted review will allow for an in-depth examination…
Lawrence Mayor Brian DePena has been arrested and charged with wire fraud and money laundering, accused of misusing over $1.5 million in COVID-19 relief funds intended for his tire sales business, Tenares Tire Services Inc. Federal prosecutors allege that DePena diverted more than $880,000 to pay off high-interest mortgages on various properties and allocated $90,000…
In a continued battle over the role of religion in public schools, a group of Texas families has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review a case challenging the display of the Ten Commandments in educational settings. The families argue that the presence of these religious texts on school grounds violates the Establishment Clause of…
Wisconsin’s relationship with Flock Safety’s automated license plate cameras is undergoing a significant reevaluation. This technology, designed to aid law enforcement by capturing vehicle data, has faced resistance in various parts of the state, primarily due to privacy and trust concerns. Over recent months, several Wisconsin towns and cities have opted out of partnerships with…
As the name, image, and likeness (NIL) industry expands, student-athletes increasingly find themselves navigating complex financial landscapes. Though adept at leveraging social media and public personas to tap into lucrative opportunities, these young individuals remain susceptible to potential pitfalls, including exploitative contracts and deceptive practices. Experienced attorneys argue that despite their growing business acumen, their…
After years of litigation, a Puerto Rican doctor is actively pursuing nearly $10 million in attorney fees following a significant legal victory in the Third Circuit. The case, which initially began in 2014 in a New Jersey federal court, involved copyright infringement claims brought against him by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). This…
In a move to address the growing intersection of law and technology, the University of Georgia School of Law has introduced a mandatory technology course for its students. This initiative also includes a policy that largely bans electronic devices in first-year courses. This decision places the university among a series of U.S. law schools setting…
The New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) has issued Formal Opinion 2025-6, addressing the ethical implications for attorneys using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to record, transcribe, and summarize conversations with clients. This guidance emphasizes the necessity for attorneys to obtain client consent prior to recording and to carefully consider the potential risks to confidentiality and…
In an evolving legal landscape, the New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) recently issued guidance concerning the use of artificial intelligence tools by attorneys in recording conversations with nonclients. While the NYCBA recognizes that lawyers who have secured explicit permission can ethically utilize AI to record, transcribe, and summarize such conversations, it cautions that permission…
Fireblocks, a prominent digital asset infrastructure firm, has appointed a former member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as its new General Counsel and Chief Policy Officer. This strategic hire underscores Fireblocks’ commitment to navigating the complex regulatory landscape surrounding digital assets. Founded in 2018, Fireblocks provides secure infrastructure for the storage, transfer,…
In a strategic shift at Perdue Farms, the company has promoted Christopher Lopez to the role of General Counsel. This decision comes as long-serving executive Herb Frerichs steps aside, having been the company’s first-ever General Counsel. Lopez, who joined Perdue Farms in 2016 as Deputy General Counsel, will now lead the legal department, bringing both…