The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has decided not to overturn a lower court’s decision in a trademark dispute involving Gilead Sciences, Inc. The case centers around Gilead-branded medications, which a vendor, working with health plans to reduce costs, attempted to import into the United States. The lower court had previously blocked…
On May 19, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit delivered a pivotal decision that sheds light on key aspects of patent licensing, particularly with regard to constitutional standing. The ruling, emerging from a dispute involving asphalt technology, offers valuable guidance for legal practitioners navigating the complexities of intellectual property agreements. These lessons…
President Donald Trump has nominated Arkansas federal judge Lee Rudofsky to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. If confirmed, Rudofsky would ensure that the 11-member court becomes the first federal appellate court with a majority of judges appointed by Trump. This court holds jurisdiction over several states including…
In a notable judicial appointment, President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Judge Lee Rudofsky, a jurist in the Eastern District of Arkansas, to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. This nomination marks another pivotal moment in the broader judicial strategy of the Trump administration. As detailed by Law360, Rudofsky’s…
In an important judicial nomination, President Donald Trump has announced his intention to elevate Judge Lee Rudofsky from the Eastern District of Arkansas to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. This development comes as part of the administration’s continued efforts to shape the federal judiciary. Judge Lee Rudofsky has previously served as…
The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Chatrie v. United States has ignited discussions on the expansion of digital privacy under the Fourth Amendment. In a move echoing the 2018 decision in Carpenter v. United States, the court has now extended constitutional protections to one’s digital location data, requiring law enforcement to obtain a warrant before…
“`html On July 27, the Trump administration made an urgent appeal to the Supreme Court, prompting them to expedite their decision on President Donald Trump’s executive order concerning mail-in voting. Specifically, the administration is seeking relief from a ruling by a federal judge in Massachusetts that prohibits the implementation of parts of this order in…
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director John Squires has petitioned the Federal Circuit to review a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) decision that upheld Corteva Agriscience LLC’s patent on insect-resistant corn. Squires contends that the PTAB’s ruling contains errors warranting appellate intervention. The PTAB’s decision, issued in November 2025, affirmed the validity of…
The nuanced interpretation of trade secrets law was brought to the forefront recently when the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit examined discrepancies between the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) and California’s Uniform Trade Secrets Act (CUTSA). The case in question, Comet Technologies USA Inc. v. XP Power LLC, highlighted an inconsistency…
The Trump administration has intensified its push for the Supreme Court to swiftly address its appeal to block a decision by a federal judge in Massachusetts, which puts a hold on parts of an executive order concerning mail-in voting for the imminent November elections. U.S. Solicitor General D. John Sauer has impressed upon the justices…
Aperture, a litigation finance firm, is setting ambitious goals as it aims to raise $1 billion to fund its investments. This development is part of a broader trend in the litigation finance industry, which continues to attract significant interest from investors seeking alternative asset classes. Litigation finance involves third-party funding of legal cases, allowing parties…
A decision from the Pennsylvania Superior Court this week has put the spotlight on a procedural oversight that may complicate the appeal of a businessman alleging legal malpractice against Duane Morris LLP. During the proceedings, the court expressed concerns regarding whether the appellant properly presented privileged documents at the initial trial. This step is critical…
Thomas Goldstein has announced a formidable team of appellate lawyers to challenge 12 tax and mortgage fraud convictions. This team, packed with legal experts boasting significant U.S. Supreme Court experience, aims to navigate the complex appellate landscape and overturn the convictions. The announcement underscores Goldstein’s commitment to leveraging high-level legal expertise, critical in tackling intricate…
The legal dispute between Cisco Systems Inc. and Brazos Licensing and Development has concluded following a decision to dismiss the patent case. This agreement comes over a year after a jury in the Western District of Texas ruled in favor of Cisco, clearing the company of allegations related to router patent infringement. Both parties reached…
Efforts to restructure the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit have resurfaced, with Republican lawmakers proposing to remove three states from its jurisdiction. This initiative aims to address concerns over the court’s size and perceived ideological leanings. The Ninth Circuit, established in 1891, is the largest federal appellate court in the United States….
FedEx Corp. has recently petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision by the Federal Circuit, which chose not to evaluate whether Qualcomm adhered to real-party-in-interest (RPI) requirements in its petitions challenging certain FedEx patents. This move comes even after the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office acknowledged an error in handling the case. Such…
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld the Illinois Toxic Tort Law, rejecting a coalition of industry groups’ challenge to its validity. This decision represents a critical moment for environmental litigation, especially within industries facing lawsuits over contamination and toxic exposure. The plaintiffs had argued that the law, which allows for damages in cases…
The ongoing legal battle involving Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has reached a critical juncture as a United States appeals court has ruled that a colossal $1.4 trillion lawsuit will proceed to trial. This lawsuit, led by the California attorney general alongside other state attorneys general, accuses Meta of contributing…
In a significant move, the Supreme Court has added to its docket a series of cases set for oral arguments this November, which will tackle crucial issues ranging from religious discrimination to the limits of prison inmates’ rights. On the agenda is the case of St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy, spotlighting the First Amendment…
The Supreme Court has a long-standing tradition of holding oral arguments exclusively in Washington D.C., a practice rooted in its history of following Congress from New York to Philadelphia, and finally settling in the capital. However, an emerging proposal advocates for the justices to hold oral arguments outside of the capital at regular intervals, a…
The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has upheld the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB) decision invalidating a content streaming patent that Netflix was accused of infringing. The court agreed with the PTAB’s assessment that an earlier patent rendered the claims of the contested patent invalid. The patent in question, U.S….
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC has expanded its Atlanta office by appointing Cheryl A. Geiser as of counsel, enhancing the firm’s immigration practice within its Labor & Employment Group. ([bakerdonelson.com](https://www.bakerdonelson.com/cheryl-a-geiser?utm_source=openai)) With nearly 25 years of experience in U.S. immigration law, Ms. Geiser specializes in employment-based immigration matters, including nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions,…
The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal is set to review the convictions of 11 pan-democratic activists found guilty of subversion under the national security law imposed by China in 2020. The decision follows a ruling by the Hong Kong Court of Appeal, which recognized points of law warranting consideration by the apex court. The…
Pakistan recently announced new measures under the ‘Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines 2026,’ imposing stringent regulations on foreign journalists and local nationals associated with international media outlets. The guidelines mandate that all foreign media operations must register with the External Publicity Wing of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. This move comes amid escalating regional unrest,…
A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has put a halt to plans for a new ballroom at the White House. The ruling held that the executive branch cannot proceed with above-ground construction without explicit congressional authorization, centering the issue on constitutional principles of property control and…