In a move that will reverberate through the corporate community, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has adjusted the legal standards that have shaped workplace conduct codes for the last six years JD Supra report. This latest decision will call for considerable adjustments to corporate employee handbooks to guarantee compliance with the fresh NLRB regulations….
The recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in the case of HIP v. Hormel has laid down substantial insights into the domain of joint inventorship. In its decision, the court found that David Howard of HIP was not considered as a joint inventor of a Hormel patent. This case…
In today’s fast-paced legal environment, securing a “winning” report from medical experts often relies heavily on the initial communication — the advocacy letter. A common tool in the legal arsenal of attorneys and adjusters, these documents frequently form the first line of engagement between the medical field and the broader legal landscape. However, too many…
In the digital transformation era, social media has become an indispensable tool in the way businesses communicate with their audience. From small town startups to large law corporations, social media platforms offer an array of communication avenues that have revolutionized client-lawyer relations. One particular area where this trend has had a significant impact is the…
As we navigate the summer months, law firms are often presented with an opportunity to focus on the adoption of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) measures, a time when the workload might be a little lighter and employees have more downtime. This assumption, as expressed by experts like Chris Fritsch from CLIENTSFirst Consulting, emphasizes that the…
Republican Rep. Dan Bishop, an experienced lawyer from North Carolina, has announced his intention to run for the office of state Attorney General in the 2024 election. This declaration follows the decision of current Democratic AG Josh Stein to make a bid for the governor’s position. Bishop’s entry into the race will add intrigue to…
The case of FS.COM INC. v. International Trade Commission, with Corning Optical Communications LLC intervening, continues to reshape our understanding of patent validity in the context of import regulations. In case proceedings dated April 20, 2023, the overarching discourse returns to two vital aspects of patent law: enablement and claim construction. A full explanation of…
In a recent ruling, the Federal Court of Appeal upheld the refusal of the lower court to certify a proposed class action in the high-profile case of Jensen v. Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., 2023 FCA 89. The case, centered around allegations that the defendants had breached sections 45 and 46 of the Competition Act, R.S.C….
In the continually evolving arena of patent law, the third week of July 2023 has seen pivotal advancement in patent cases adjudicated by the Federal Circuit. One such central case involved the United Therapeutics Corp. and Liquidia Technologies, Inc. (Nos. 2022-2217, 2023-1021, Fed. Cir. (D. Del.) July 24, 2023). The case merits attention due to…
On July 31, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (the Federal Reserve) issued its July Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices. The survey addressed changing variations in the standards, terms, and demands for bank loans catering to businesses and households in the second quarter of 2023. According to the…
In the ongoing antitrust scrutiny faced by JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”), the latest chapter brings both challenges and relief for the airline giant. The U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) had lodged two notable lawsuits against JetBlue in the District of Massachusetts. Notably, one focuses on JetBlue’s intended acquisition of Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”), while the…
Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, a Philadelphia litigation firm known for its near-century long presence in the industry, has announced its closure. The mid-sized firm, which has been a significant player in the Philadelphia legal field, stated the decision on Thursday. Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP is renowned for having a formidable status…
In compliance with Connecticut Public Act 23-182, the Connecticut Comptroller’s Office has initiated a survey to collect information on retirement plans from municipalities across the state. The Act necessitates municipalities sponsoring these retirement plans to submit relevant data and documents to the Comptroller’s Office by September 1, 2023. As reported by Pullman & Comley, LLC,…
When it comes to establishing commercial presence in the market, businesses are typically diligent with safeguarding their corporate identity and branding. However, it seems that equal attention might not often extend to the protection of their product designs and packaging. According to an article by Vondran Legal on JD Supra, businesses might frequently overlook the…
In a unanimous 7-0 decision on July 27, 2023, the Ohio Supreme Court affirmed the Ohio Power Siting Board’s decision to issue a certificate for environmental compatibility and public need. The approved certificate authorizes the construction of the Emerson Creek Wind Farm by Firelands Wind LLC. Located in Huron and Erie counties, this wind-generation project…
In the foreground of the current legal fray around former president Donald Trump’s third indictment, relates to his attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. As the situation intensifies, notable Republicans, including Senator Lindsey Graham, are voicing their sentiments publicly. Graham, in particular, has chosen to criticise Judge Tanya Chutkan, who is presiding…
In a recent development from the legal sector, the Appellate Court of Maryland has held that the “Loss Before Foreclosure Rule” should be applied to nonrecourse reserve mortgages. For legal professionals working in the property industry, this ruling can impact the application of relevant loan and property regulations. The “Loss before foreclosure rule,” as expressed…
As legislative processes continue to evolve globally, Congress is making strides towards the revival of legislation targeted at regulating autonomous vehicles. JD Supra reports that on July 26, 2023, the legislative wheels were set in motion as the House Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce convened to discuss this pressing matter. The session, earmarked by…
A $15 million wrongful death lawsuit has been lodged against Highroad Place, a transitional housing facility located in Nashville, Tennessee, on behalf of the family of a 22-month-old girl who was reportedly exposed to fentanyl during her stay at the facility. The lawsuit was filed by the attorneys at Stranch, Jennings & Garvey. The case…
Arbitration has traditionally served as an alternative to litigation in the field of construction disputes. Many construction agreements incorporate clauses that reference arbitration, with several of these bringing into play particular rules set by designated arbitration providers. Lately, though, procedural issues within this area have been brought to light, particularly pertaining to the state of…
The peculiarities of Rule 30(b)(6) under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure have been a hot topic of discussion in legal circles recently. In accordance with Rule 30(b)(6), when a corporation is involved in litigation and a deposition is required, the corporation must designate an individual to testify on its behalf. This individual is tasked…
On June 22, 2023, the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA), SB 619, was passed by the Oregon legislature with a nearly unanimous vote in the senate. This significant legal milestone followed four years of dedicated effort by the Attorney General’s Consumer Privacy Task Force, which was formed in response to growing calls for comprehensive consumer…
In a noteworthy decision, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals has reiterated its prior judgment allowing creditors of Venezuela who have obtained arbitration awards to lay claim on the U.S. assets of Petroleos De Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA), Venezuela’s national oil company. This conclusion, accessible in detail via the following link, Third Circuit Affirms Judgment Allowing…
The compliance landscape can indeed be likened to a vast, uncharted landscape, requiring painstaking exploration, understanding and constant updating to keep pace with evolving laws and regulations. For those interested in a varied approach to learning compliance, Trekking Through Compliance offers it in a fascinating package. Episode 63, titled “For the World is Hollow and…
In a recent notable incident within the legal and corporate world, PH TECH, a widely recognized health information company, posted a breach notification on its website. The notice, posted after it was discovered that an unauthorized party had gained access to the company’s MOVEit server, comes as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of sensitive…