Two legal challenges have been sparked against the Trump Administration’s revised public charge rule, a regulation poised to significantly alter the landscape for immigrants seeking entry into the United States. These lawsuits, emerging separately from a coalition of 22 states and a group of cities and counties including major metropolitan areas like Chicago, New York,…
The Department of Justice’s recent use of “Statements of Interest” in various legal cases has shed light on its current antitrust priorities. These statements, which detail the DOJ’s stance in ongoing litigation, offer a glimpse into the agency’s strategic focus areas, reflecting broader enforcement themes under the Biden administration. The DOJ’s emphasis, as highlighted in…
The recent proxy season has highlighted a growing clash between conservative investor groups and corporate policies on transgender care. Despite efforts by these groups to advance shareholder proposals aimed at limiting transgender care coverage for minors, particularly during the 2025–2026 proxy season, their initiatives have faced significant setbacks. Notably, all six proposals were met with…
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP has welcomed a significant addition to its Washington, D.C. office with the hiring of a former Amazon Health Services senior corporate counsel. This new member of the Faegre Drinker team previously served as a lead legal adviser to One Medical, a primary care provider that became part of Amazon…
A recent report by the Association for Accessible Medicines highlights a significant gap in the development of biosimilar drugs, noting that 90% of biologic products losing patent exclusivity by 2034 lack corresponding biosimilar development. This oversight threatens potential cost savings and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry, as it underscores the enduring impact of current patent…
A recent legal dispute in Georgia highlights the intricate challenges businesses face over intellectual property and branding. A home health care agency has filed a lawsuit against a competitor, accusing them of infringing on its trade name and marks, thereby leading to customer confusion and adverse reviews. This legal action was lodged on Wednesday in…
Advent International, a prominent figure in the global private equity landscape, has recently bolstered its legal team by appointing the former top lawyer of Charlesbank Capital Partners. This strategic move highlights Advent’s commitment to strengthening its corporate governance and legal expertise as it navigates an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The newly appointed legal executive played…
Bel Fuse Inc., a New Jersey-based electrical component manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Jill A. O’Neill as its new General Counsel. O’Neill brings over a decade of experience from her previous role at Stryker, a prominent player in the medical device industry, where she honed her expertise in navigating complex legal and regulatory frameworks….
In a significant move within the legal industry, Fennemore has announced a combination with Gallagher & Kennedy, which will create a formidable firm comprising 800 lawyers. This merger is poised to have considerable implications for regional and national legal landscapes. The merger is expected to close by early next year, subject to customary closing conditions….
Amgen is appealing to the Fourth Circuit Court to dismiss CareFirst’s lawsuit, asserting the case’s lack of merit due to court orders enforcing its patents on the rheumatoid arthritis drug Enbrel. This action follows a decision by a Virginia federal judge who refused to dismiss the lawsuit, which accuses Amgen of unlawfully delaying the entry…
Apple has urged a California federal judge to dismiss Masimo’s request for nearly $243 million in interest, following a $634 million patent jury verdict related to the Apple Watch’s heart rate technology. According to Apple, the additional damages sought would result in an “enormous windfall,” rendering the total damages award disproportionate. The Cupertino-based tech giant’s…
Kirkland & Ellis has expanded its presence in Texas, with its headcount surpassing the 500-employee mark, making it the largest legal operation in the state. This growth reflects Kirkland’s strategic focus on Texas, a burgeoning hub for legal services due to its economic vitality and business-friendly environment. Read more. The Texas expansion is part of…
On September 8, 2026, an Illinois federal judge declined to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Walgreens and Kroger against Biogen Inc., alleging that the company unlawfully suppressed competition for its multiple sclerosis drug, Tecfidera. The court determined that the plaintiffs had presented sufficient allegations to suggest they had “suffered a concrete injury as a result…
In a notable decision favoring the generic drug industry, the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled in the case of Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. et al. v. Amarin Pharma Inc. The outcome reversed the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, underscoring that Amarin failed to demonstrate that Hikma prompted healthcare providers…
In its final summer order list, the Supreme Court once more opted not to review a contentious legal dispute concerning New York healthcare workers’ demand for religious exemptions from the state’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The healthcare workers brought forth their case, Does 1-2 v. Hochul, arguing that the mandate violated federal anti-discrimination laws by denying…
Nvidia has announced its intent to acquire the AI platform Hugging Face in a transaction valued at $13 billion. This acquisition underscores Nvidia’s strategic focus on expanding its capabilities in artificial intelligence and natural language processing. Hugging Face has become a pivotal player in the AI sector, particularly known for its open-source tools that have…
In a noteworthy development in the legal proceedings involving OpenAI, Microsoft, and The New York Times, the Department of Justice has stepped in to support a fair use defense. This litigation in a New York federal court revolves around the use of copyrighted materials in training generative AI tools, raising important questions for the future…
Recent developments in litigation over race-based kidney transplant policies have been fueled by newly public deposition testimony from a Swedish transplant executive. The executive revealed that an updated policy continues to reference outdated kidney-function formulas, a revelation that could significantly impact ongoing legal battles. This testimony underscores a central issue in lawsuits challenging the way…
Intellectual property law firm Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP has expanded its reach by establishing an office in Dallas, marking its first venture into the Texas legal market. This strategic move is guided by an experienced former regional director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The firm’s decision to enter Texas is…
FedEx is facing pushback from a New York personal injury firm and several healthcare providers who have challenged the delivery giant’s allegations of insurance fraud. Accusations leveled by FedEx claim that these entities orchestrated a scheme to fabricate medical records and inflate accident claims, but the defendants argue that these claims are implausible and unsupported….
In August, several important rulings emerged from Massachusetts state courts that may have slipped under the radar of busy legal professionals. One notable decision involved three fertility doctors who successfully defended themselves against accusations of violating a nonsolicitation agreement. The court found insufficient evidence to support the claims, allowing the doctors to continue their practice…
The D.C. Circuit recently delivered a decision that underscores the applicability of the fair use doctrine within the medical technology sector. On Tuesday, the court ruled that employing copyrighted data and software for repairing medical devices is protected under fair use. This decision came despite objections from two industry groups that sought to compel the…
An Illinois appellate court has determined that a nursing home’s use of hand scans for employee timekeeping falls under the purview of the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The court concluded that such data does not qualify for the healthcare exemption outlined in the statute. The case centers on the Estates of Hyde Park,…
Linklaters has made a strategic addition to its New York office by bringing on board a seasoned legal executive from Johnson & Johnson. The firm welcomes Diane Romza-Kutz, who previously served as Vice President of Litigation at J&J, highlighting the firm’s continued expansion of its litigation capabilities. Diane Romza-Kutz brings extensive experience from her tenure…
Jackson Walker LLP, one of Texas’s prominent law firms, is banking on its deep-rooted presence in the state to maintain a competitive advantage as several local rivals expand their operations beyond Texas borders. This strategy reflects a growing trend among regional law firms to leverage local expertise while larger firms diversify geographically. With a robust…