The $17.1 billion settlement with Meta Platforms Inc. has drawn considerable attention, not least for the unexpected twist introduced by a quick-thinking trial attorney and his team representing 29 states. This unexpected pivot, which some have termed a “Perry Mason moment,” played a crucial role in shifting legal strategies midtrial, according to legal reports. During…
In a significant move within the federal employment sector, the White House has put forward a nomination for the role of general counsel at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The nominee is a former attorney from Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, who previously held a leading position within the U.S. Department of Labor’s…
A recent lawsuit filed in Washington state has brought to light allegations against Ashurst Perkins Coie, a well-known legal firm, claimed to have been complicit in a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors of nearly $230 million. The suit accuses the firm of knowingly aiding and abetting fraudulent activities by providing legal services to clients involved…
In a notable decision, a Florida federal judge has declined to pause her sanctions order against former President Donald Trump while he appeals a recent ruling. This ruling concerns a settlement in what the judge has described as a baseless $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. The case had been called a “sham”…
In an unexpected development for New Hampshire’s judicial system, Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald of the state’s Supreme Court has resigned following the revelation of a $50,000 payment to a former staffer. The announcement came with a statement from MacDonald, who said, “I believe this is in the best interests of the New Hampshire Judicial Branch….
The Federal Circuit has upheld a decision by a Wyoming federal judge denying Rare Breed’s request for an injunction to halt a competitor’s sales during a patent infringement and false advertising lawsuit. This ruling marks a notable development in the ongoing legal battle within the firearm trigger market, where intellectual property rights play a critical…
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company behind the Claude chatbot, and its CEO, Dario Amodei, have petitioned a California federal court to dismiss certain aspects of a $3 billion copyright infringement lawsuit filed by major music publishers. The company challenges the claims against Amodei personally and disputes the allegations concerning the outputs generated by its AI…
Lego, the renowned Danish toy manufacturer, is facing a legal challenge in the United States. An Israeli patent owner has filed a lawsuit in the Texas federal court, alleging that Lego’s Smart Play interactive building system infringes upon patents related to motion-sensitive toys that communicate wirelessly and respond with lights and sounds. This development was…
In a significant legislative development, the U.S. Senate has advanced a bill set to impose stringent regulations on college sports. This move ushers in a critical juncture for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as it seeks protection against a wave of antitrust lawsuits. The proposed legislation aims to overhaul long-standing structures within college athletics,…
In an ongoing legal battle in California, artificial intelligence company Databricks is facing allegations from a group of authors who claim their copyrighted works were utilized to train AI systems without permission. The authors argue that this use constitutes a breach of copyright law. Conversely, Databricks contends that utilizing books to train AI models falls…
The recent decision by a federal judge in Chicago to deny class certification in a Ford transmission defect case highlights the rigorous standards required for such legal actions. This ruling was influenced by a precedent set in 2025 by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, which emphasized stringent requirements for class certifications,…
The recent introduction of the “Siri Recap” feature on Apple Watches has raised significant concerns among legal professionals. This feature, which uses AI to generate conversation summaries, poses potential legal risks despite Apple’s assurances that raw audio is deleted after processing. An eData attorney highlighted these concerns, emphasizing that, although the summaries are generated without…
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls has expressed significant concerns regarding allegations of sexual harassment, threats, and violence reported by female inmates at the Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF). Reem Alsalem, the rapporteur, highlighted the severe conditions these women face after exposing such issues, including apparent retaliatory actions from the…
In a significant decision, the Massachusetts federal court has refused Takeda Pharmaceuticals’ request to decertify a class of Amitiza buyers. This decision follows a recent jury verdict that awarded $885 million to groups of purchasers who claimed Takeda conspired to delay the release of a generic version of the anti-constipation drug, Amitiza. The plaintiffs argued…
The Federal Circuit recently issued a terse one-word decision, upholding prior rulings by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board that invalidated specific patent claims related to accessing the internet without employing a conventional browser. This verdict effectively ends an ongoing dispute over the patent’s validity on the grounds of obviousness, a key consideration in patent…
Universal Music Group (UMG) has recently initiated legal action against music distributor DistroKid, filing a suit in Delaware federal court. UMG alleges that DistroKid serves as an “AI-slop pipeline,” accusing the company of engaging in copyright infringement and utilizing deceptive practices. This lawsuit claims that DistroKid enables the proliferation of mass-generated artificial intelligence content, which…
The U.S. Army is facing legal action after a martial arts instructor filed a lawsuit in the Court of Federal Claims. The instructor alleges that the Army has used his copyrighted training manuals, which cover self-defense and strategic gun-fighting tactics, without permission or compensation. These manuals are primarily designed for law enforcement officers, emphasizing safety…
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is reviewing aspects of an administrative judge’s ruling in favor of Stryker Corp., a prominent player in medical technology. This decision involves a contentious dispute over imports that allegedly infringe on Stryker’s patents related to balloon dilation products, which are crucial in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) procedures. Stryker…
In a significant legal development, the California Attorney General’s Office has charged Kings County Superior Court Judge Kendra Weber with a misdemeanor count of vehicular manslaughter. This charge stems from an incident in which Judge Weber is alleged to have struck and killed a bicyclist. According to the announcement made by Attorney General Rob Bonta,…
In a significant development in the regulatory landscape, Anthropic’s recent plea for an antitrust waiver has encountered resistance in Washington. The company, noted for its engagement with artificial intelligence, sought an exemption to facilitate greater collaboration with other tech entities. Despite its intentions to streamline operations and ostensibly enhance technological growth, the proposal has not…
A New Jersey appellate court has affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by the estate of a classic car collector against Bruce Springsteen. The dispute centered on the use of a 1967 Pontiac GTO featured on one of Springsteen’s album covers. The court found that the hearsay present in the evidence was sufficient to…
President Trump’s nomination for Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is proceeding with minimal resistance from Democratic lawmakers. Michael J. Desmond, an attorney with a deep background in tax law, was nominated for the top legal position within the IRS. His career includes roles both in government and private practice, showcasing a broad…
In a recent legal development, a lawsuit targeting prominent private torrent trackers—including PassThePopcorn, BroadcasTheNet, and HDBits—has taken an unexpected turn. The plaintiff, who identified himself as independent filmmaker Matthew Schneider, accused these platforms of infringing copyrights on films he purportedly created. However, emerging evidence suggests that the plaintiff may have misrepresented his identity, potentially being…
A petition has been filed for a retrial in Taiwan, seeking justice for Lu Cheng, who was executed in 2000 following a conviction that has come under intense scrutiny. This move, initiated by the Taiwan Innocence Project, introduces new evidence into a case marred by allegations of coercion and flawed investigative processes. The motion, supported…
Major legal tech providers remain confident despite increasing discussions around artificial intelligence regulation, suggesting that such oversight will not hinder their ability to deliver effective services to attorneys. This sentiment was conveyed during recent conversations reported by Law360, where industry leaders expressed optimism that regulations will be balanced and considerate of technological advancements. The persistent…