The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has proven to be a formidable mechanism for protecting intellectual property (IP) at the border. Established under the Tariff Act of 1930, specifically Section 337, the ITC was designed to prevent the importation of products and materials that infringe upon US IP. The ITC has recently gained attention for…
Valentina Hirsiger has been appointed partner at Baker McKenzie in Zurich, the firm announced Thursday. Hirsiger specializes in dispute resolution and general contract law, with significant experience in handling national and international disputes in commercial, construction, and corporate law. She has represented parties in commercial disputes before both international arbitral tribunals and state courts. Additionally,…
“`html In a significant development, international law firm A&O Shearman has advised UAE-based construction company Drake & Scull International PJSC (DSI) on the completion of a debt restructuring totaling AED 4 billion (approximately $1.1 billion). This restructuring represents the first major application of the UAE Bankruptcy Law which came into effect on May 1. The…
Thompson Hine is extending its footprint to the West Coast with the establishment of a new office in Los Angeles, incorporating an 11-lawyer team from the boutique firm Conkle, Kremer & Engel. This move marks the Cleveland-founded firm’s first venture in California, diversifying its approximately 350-lawyer strong presence. According to AmLaw data, Thompson Hine generated…
Wake Up Call: NFL Lawyer To Take Over as Packers’ New President Welcome to Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call, a daily rundown of the top news for lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel. Green Bay Packers’ top lawyer Ed Policy will take over as the team’s chief executive officer and president next year. Policy, the…
White & Case has expanded its project development practice with the addition of Peter Berg, who joins as a partner in Houston, according to a statement released by the firm on Tuesday. Berg will contribute to the global project development and finance practice, the global energy industry group, and the US construction practice. Berg brings…
In a pivotal decision, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has provided definitive guidance on the state’s Prompt Pay Act, marking its first ruling on the matter. The court affirmed that parties involved in construction contracts are required to either approve or reject payment requests within strict time limits, emphasizing the necessity of transparency and adherence…
South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) reported on Tuesday that soldiers fired warning shots to repel North Korean troops who violated the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) by approximately 20 meters. The incident involved 20-30 North Korean soldiers engaged in unspecified construction work on the northern side of the border crossing into the Demilitarised Zone…
The National Defense and Security Council led by President Xiomara Castro of Honduras has taken a significant step to curb rampant gang violence plaguing the nation. In a national broadcast on Friday, President Castro announced a comprehensive crime solution plan aimed at addressing issues related to gang-related offenses, including assassination, drug trafficking, extortion, kidnapping, arms…
In a strategic move to bolster its corporate M&A practice, Polsinelli has announced the addition of Robert Sarfatis as a shareholder. According to the firm’s statement, Sarfatis will divide his time between Polsinelli’s offices in Dallas, Texas, and Park City, Utah, enhancing the firm’s presence in both regions. Sarfatis brings extensive expertise in mergers and…
In a recent press conference, Switzerland’s government revealed that authorities have detected cyberattacks in the lead-up to the Summit on Peace in Ukraine, scheduled for 15-16 June in Bürgenstock, Canton of Nidwalden. President of the Swiss Confederation Viola Amherd noted that although there have been “a couple of disturbances and cyberattacks,” further details could not…
Paul Del Aguila has joined Dickinson Wright as a new member based in the firm’s Chicago office, as reported by the firm on Tuesday. Del Aguila is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in addressing intricate commercial and product liability cases. His expertise encompasses managing injunctive motions and hearings, as well as offering pre-dispute consultations…
Amnesty International has called upon the international community to prioritize human rights in upcoming peace and reconstruction conferences concerning Ukraine. A recent statement from the human rights group stressed the need to focus on “human rights, justice for victims of violations, and the voice of civil society groups” during the Ukraine Recovery Conference, hosted by…
The UN Security Council (UNSC) passed a US-backed resolution endorsing a three-phase permanent ceasefire plan in the Israel-Hamas War, with Russia abstaining. The resolution notes that Israel accepted the proposal, unveiled at the end of May by US President Joe Biden, and called upon Hamas to accept it. The first phase of the plan calls…
Internet service providers are once again advocating for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to impose new fees on Big Tech companies in an attempt to subsidize broadband network deployment and affordability programs. The proposal, made by USTelecom—a lobby group representing AT&T, Verizon, CenturyLink/Lumen, and smaller telcos—suggests that Big Tech firms should contribute to the FCC’s…
Chris Marando has joined Perkins Coie as an intellectual property and patent litigation partner in its Washington office, the firm announced on Monday. Marando brings extensive experience advising high-tech clients on major patent infringement and validity disputes, representing them in federal district courts, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the US International…
Vietnam has significantly expanded its presence in the contested Spratly Islands over the past six months, according to a report released by the Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (AMTI). This expansion translates to almost as much new land created in this period as was accomplished over the previous two years combined, illustrating a significant acceleration in…
The civilian death toll in Ukraine last month rose sharply to 174, the highest in nearly a year amid a Russian ground offensive near the city of Kharkiv, the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) said Friday. May’s civilian casualty numbers mark the highest monthly toll in the conflict since June 2023. The…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has publicly criticized Italy’s recent agreement with Albania involving the transfer of asylum seekers. Terming the arrangement as a “model of mismanagement” and a “blueprint for abuse,” HRW’s condemnation puts additional pressure on a pact that has already faced significant controversy. The immigration deal, signed in November, mandates that Italy will…
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani has announced the addition of Michael Mehall as a partner in its environmental and toxic tort practice group, based out of the Walnut Creek, California office. Mehall specializes in defending manufacturers against product liability claims and oversees complex product litigation, beginning from discovery and extending through trials and alternative dispute resolution….
A recent report sheds light on the challenges facing luxury condominiums along New York City’s Billionaire’s Row. Notable for its sky-high real estate prices and opulent residences, buildings in this exclusive sector are finding it increasingly difficult to close sales. Issues such as persistent noise, recurrent flooding, and faulty elevators are diminishing the appeal for…
Amir Ghaffari has been appointed as a partner at Alston & Bird, joining the firm’s international arbitration and dispute resolution team in London. As announced on Monday, Ghaffari will bring his extensive experience in counseling multinational corporations, state-owned entities, financial institutions, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals on complex international commercial and construction arbitration matters. Ghaffari’s client portfolio…
Thousands of Israelis took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday to urge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a ceasefire deal touted by President Joe Biden. The protests coincided with growing pressure to secure an agreement with Hamas to facilitate the release of hostages. Demonstrators carried signs with slogans such as “Biden save…
The UN Security Council (UNSC) voted on Friday to briefly extend and then end the United Nations Assistance to Iraq Mission (UNAMI) following a request from the Iraqi government. The mandate, initially established in 2003 post-US invasion, has been extended until December 31, 2025, to allow for the final phase and withdrawal of the mission….
US President Joe Biden announced on Friday the terms of a three-phase proposal by Israel for a ceasefire in Gaza, aiming to ensure what he called a “long-standing peace for Palestinians and Israel.” Biden explained that the first phase involves a complete ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the populated areas in Gaza, the…