A trademark dispute that was stirring up the pet waste management industry in Washington has been peacefully resolved. The complaint, filed in Seattle’s federal court, has been withdrawn; the involved competitor has agreed to cease using the contested name “Scoop Troop”. This resolution brings an end to what could have been a protracted legal battle…
In a recent development, a Texas federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit aimed at PGA Tour Inc. The suit had accused the entity of infringing upon patents permitting spectators to monitor the real-time performance of individual golf players as they manoeuvre around the course during a tournament. The case, initially filed in West Texas, confronted…
A recent development has emerged from a Connecticut federal court regarding Conway Stoughton LLC, a legal counsel for a bingo products supplier. The firm now finds itself under monetary sanctions for a failure to comply with a previously agreed order, deepening a discovery dispute rooted in a lawsuit over a botched business deal. The specifics…
Conway Stoughton LLC, the legal counsel for a bingo product supplier, has recently been subjected to monetary sanctions. The sanctions were ordered by a federal judge in Connecticut and stem from the counsel’s failure to comply with a stipulated order related to a discovery dispute. The sanction was the result of a case that originated…
Honeywell International Inc., along with its counsel Alston & Bird LLP, is seeking a compensation of $2.65 million in legal fees in relation to an alleged breach of contract by a Japanese competitor. The contention lies in the failure of the latter to pay royalties on certain barcodes scanners, as per the licensing agreement. The…
Blackstone Group’s Private Credit Fund and Secured Lending Fund have given a joint announcement about a significant change within their leadership structures, through securities filings. An existing deputy general counsel within their ranks has seen a promotion up to the level of chief legal officer. This individual will also take on the role of secretary…
In a recent development, Argentina-based Cool Brands Supply SA has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against LIV Golf Inc. and HyFlyers GC. This high profile case has caught the attention of the legal industry, with a particular focus on the issues that a New Jersey district court may consider in the case. Renowned for its…
A refusal by a Pennsylvania federal court to diminish claims from a lawsuit against Takeda Pharmaceuticals and a number of generic-drug makers denotes an escalating issue concerning alleged anti-competitive behavior. These pharmaceutical companies have been accused of striking up exclusivity contracts aiming to delay competition for Takeda’s anti-gout drug, Colcrys. As a result, this controversial…
The director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has imposed penalties on a company challenging a key VLSI microchip patent, securing Intel a $2.2 billion jury verdict. The company under question is Patent Quality Assurance, which was brought before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. This punitive action has been taken due to what’s…
Florida is currently considering a novel approach to address the ongoing struggle of its public defender and state attorney offices in attracting new talent. This difficulty is partly due to the state’s high cost of living and low salaries within these sectors. However, a proposed program could potentially expand the applicant pool by enabling law…
A longstanding disagreement concerning the celebrated “Fearless Girl” statue in New York City is set to be settled in court in April 2024. This dispute involves State Street Global Advisors Trust Co., a major asset management firm, and the sculptor behind the esteemed structure. The litigious contention has arisen over allegations of contract breach and…
Law firms Dentons and Venable LLP are boosting investments in intellectual property expertise, each expanding their respective practices on different coasts of the United States. The legal landscape consistently shows an increased demand for specialized counsel as businesses across industries grapple with protecting their intellectual property amidst rapidly evolving technology and regulations. As reported by…
In an unprecedented turn of events, a state judge based in California was recently charged with the murder of his wife. Authorities found the judge’s wife fatally shot, initiating an investigation that culminated in the judge’s arrest. Detailed coverage of the case can be found on the site of Law360. The potential implications of this…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to encounter a turbulent legal and election timetable in the upcoming year, according to a recent report by Law360. The ex-president, currently engaged in a political campaign for a second term, additionally confronts an uncertain legal future due to multiple court proceedings. Six separate civil and criminal trials…