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…
In a high-stakes legal battle, Samsung Electronics Co. has implored the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) to reconsider a potential import ban on its smartphones and tablets. The ban is sought by Maxell, which recently secured a ruling that Samsung had infringed on its patent. Samsung argues that such a ban would merely advantage a…
In a notable development, Japanese conglomerate Kawasaki and technology firm Rorze Corp. have reached an agreement to conclude a drawn-out patent infringement dispute. This settlement comes approximately five months following a decision by a California federal jury that resulted in a $48 million verdict against Rorze. The case centered on allegations that Rorze had infringed…
In an ongoing legal battle that has seen significant developments, CoStar is pressing a California federal court to deny Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc.’s (CREXi) attempt to stay a copyright lawsuit. This move by CoStar comes as CREXi seeks to persuade the Ninth Circuit to reverse the disqualification of its legal representation by Quinn Emanuel…
In a move that is likely to spark another round of legal challenges, President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order titled “Continuing to Protect the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship”. This order aims to narrow the availability of birthright citizenship, a constitutional guarantee under the 14th Amendment that extends citizenship to nearly…
The legal landscape is witnessing a nuanced shift as a particular form of judicial dissent emerges more prominently in two of the largest federal appeals courts in the United States. Known as “dissents to grants of en banc rehearing,” these objections are becoming a focal point for judges wishing to voice their concerns outside of…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has affirmed a decision requiring Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP to return a $3.6 million retainer received for defending a client facing extensive fraud charges. The court’s verdict, announced on Thursday, maintains that the funds were subject to an asset freeze initiated by the Securities and…
On July 23, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a decision that reshapes the landscape of patent eligibility in technology, drawing comparisons to the European Patent Office’s (EPO) approach. This decision involved a family of patents related to digital picture frames and has become a key experiment in the ongoing dialogue…
In a recent ruling, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals significantly reduced attorney fees in a Michigan tax foreclosure case, deeming the original award excessive. The fees had initially been set above the settlement amount achieved for the plaintiffs. This decision arrived as part of a published opinion on Thursday, illustrating the court’s stance on…
A recent ruling by a divided en banc US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit has determined the Trump administration likely acted unlawfully when it terminated billions in Biden-era clean-energy grants. The court reinstated a core district court order that previously prevented the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from reclaiming these funds, posing a significant…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit may witness an unprecedented level of en banc activity in 2026, driven by a complex interplay of systemic factors. This potential increase raises intriguing questions about the underlying dynamics at play within the Fifth Circuit. While some speculate on greater receptivity to rehearing cases, experts caution…
Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc. (CREXi) is urging the Ninth Circuit to overturn a decision that disqualified Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP from representing it in a legal battle against CoStar Group. The dispute involves allegations of copyright infringement, and CREXi is challenging a ruling by a California federal judge that mandated their legal…
Takeda Pharmaceuticals is embroiled in a dispute over whether an $885 million antitrust verdict issued by a Massachusetts federal jury should be reduced due to rebates and subsidies that allegedly offset the costs borne by a class of health plans. The verdict came after allegations that Takeda conspired to delay the entry of generic competition…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has upheld the decision made by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) regarding a dispute between Lululemon and Nike. This decision, issued on Wednesday, denies the revival of claims related to a Nike fitness tracker patent, which Lululemon had challenged. The ruling confirms that the…
Fitch Ratings recently upheld Romania’s BBB- credit rating, preserving its position as a viable investment destination, contrary to fears it could fall to “junk” status. This rating maintenance is crucial for Romania, as it averts increased borrowing costs and sustains investor trust in its economic framework. The decision was influenced by Romania’s EU membership and…
Brian M. Rickman, former Presiding Judge of the Georgia Court of Appeals, has transitioned from the bench back to the realm of client advocacy. Now a prominent figure at Cathey & Strain in Cornelia, Rickman focuses on complex areas of law, including wrongful death, medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injury, and appellate litigation. His return marks…