Stris & Maher LLP, a rapidly expanding law firm known for its prowess in intellectual property (IP) law, has recently bolstered its capabilities by acquiring a four-partner IP team based in Los Angeles and Dallas. This development marks a strategic move for Stris & Maher, as the firm seeks to enhance its services and reinforce…
Over the past week, Law360 has spotlighted some of the most dynamic law firms along with key legal stories that resonated deeply with industry professionals. This coverage served as a vital touchpoint for readers keen on staying abreast of the legal landscape. A significant focal point on Law360 involved an analysis of law firms that…
In a significant development for the biotechnology sector, Cytek Biosciences has been ordered by a Delaware federal jury to pay approximately $36 million in damages for patent infringement. The jury found that Cytek had violated a patent held by Beckman Coulter, which relates to technology critical for the rapid analysis of single cells. This decision…
Amazon and its subsidiary Twitch face a legal challenge as a Twitch streamer filed a proposed class action against the companies in a California federal court. The streamer alleges that their content, comprising live broadcasts, images, and recorded videos, is being used to train Amazon’s generative AI models without obtaining explicit consent. This lawsuit raises…
Dish Technologies LLC and Sling TV LLC have filed a lawsuit against Gaia Inc., a streaming company based in Colorado, citing infringement of five patents related to content streaming. The lawsuit, filed in a Colorado federal court, alleges that Gaia’s streaming services infringe on proprietary technologies designed to adapt streaming based on users’ bandwidth availability….
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various sectors, particularly legal practice, has brought about significant challenges, especially concerning intellectual property (IP) disputes. Advanced AI models are now common in corporate environments, and with their adoption comes the need for robust protective measures to guard sensitive information during litigation. One critical aspect is structuring protective…
In the latest development of an ongoing intellectual property dispute, Hytera Communications, a Chinese telecommunications company, has expressed strong opposition to Motorola Solutions’ attempt to update their legal battle with new claims concerning its latest mobile radio products. This development arises amidst allegations that have been simmering in an Illinois federal court, where Motorola Solutions…
In a significant development in the realm of intellectual property law, a California federal judge recently delivered a mixed verdict in the high-profile case involving a former Google software engineer. The engineer was acquitted of espionage charges while his conviction for trade secret theft was upheld. The judge determined that the engineer’s actions, described as…
In a notable legal triumph, Andrew Robb of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP has successfully navigated the complexities of a high-profile patent infringement case, overturning an $847 million verdict against Verizon. This decision marks one of the significant recent developments in intellectual property litigation. For seasoned legal professionals and observers of corporate law, Robb’s achievement…
The legal landscape of AI-generated music sees a significant development as a Massachusetts federal judge ruled against Suno Inc.’s attempt to dismiss copyright claims brought by independent recording artists. The artists allege that Suno’s AI-music generation platform created unauthorized derivative works, circumventing YouTube’s protections to acquire songs for training its artificial intelligence models. This decision…
A recent legal battle has emerged in New York federal court involving a photographer and prestigious art dealer Sotheby’s. The dispute centers on a painting that allegedly replicates an iconic photograph of Noel and Liam Gallagher of Oasis fame, originally captured by the photographer. The painting, which commands an estimated value of up to $2…
Recent developments in the legal battle over alleged AI bias have added complexity to the already challenging task of proving discrimination claims against tech companies. Workday Inc., a prominent software company, recently secured a victory in a case alleging that its artificial intelligence tools were biased against minority applicants. This development highlights the ongoing difficulties…
In a significant legal confrontation, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has called on the Fourth Circuit to dismiss Amgen Inc.’s argument that commercial agreements for acquiring patent rights are inherently immune to antitrust reviews. This legal dispute arises amidst an appeal concerning Enbrel, Amgen’s highly successful autoimmune medication. The FTC contends that Amgen’s stance poses…
In an ongoing legal battle, renowned rapper and business mogul Jay-Z has implored a California appeals court to reinstate his extortion lawsuit. This litigation involves a claim against a former engineer who allegedly tried to demand payment for unreleased recordings. The suit contends that these recordings were part of a contractual obligation, yet the engineer…
In a recent development within the realm of intellectual property law, a Florida federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit regarding a patent dispute over a sports scoring system. The plaintiff had alleged that his co-inventor conspired to exclude him from the patent’s inventorship, but the court found that there were no demonstrable consequences resulting from…
Recently, Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, faced a significant legal setback when a California federal judge ruled against its request to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a group of YouTube creators. The creators allege that their videos were impermissibly used to train artificial intelligence algorithms, violating the protections afforded to their content. This…
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Director John Squires recently issued an order addressing a series of America Invents Act proceedings, where he instituted two petitions and refrained from denying any, marking a strategic direction in patent litigation. Among the cases is a notable challenge by Google against a patent held by Valtrus Innovations. This action…
In a significant development in the Estee Lauder trademark litigation against Walmart, a California federal judge has expressed reservations about Walmart’s motion to dismiss substantial portions of the cosmetics giant’s lawsuit. Estee Lauder claims that Walmart has been selling infringing beauty products online, a point that the judge noted was supported by complaints described as…
Motorola Solutions Inc. has intensified its legal battle against Hytera Communications by seeking to incorporate the latest H-Series radio into their ongoing dispute over intellectual property rights. The move comes after Hytera was previously held in contempt for using a significant amount of Motorola’s proprietary source code, discovered during trial proceedings that resulted in multimillion-dollar…
In a recent development, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued a ruling on August 4, affecting the application of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) in relation to artificial intelligence tools. The court vacated a preliminary injunction that had previously barred Perplexity AI’s web browser from interacting with Amazon’s website….
In an unexpected strategic shift, Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc. (CREXi), a prominent player in the property listing arena, has withdrawn its Ninth Circuit mandamus petition. This petition was originally filed to challenge a lower court’s decision that disqualified Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP from representing CREXi in its legal tussle against rival CoStar….
Two Irish patent-holding companies have initiated a legal battle against Sabey Data Center Properties LLC, alleging infringement of their patented data center cooling technology. Filed in Virginia federal court, the case highlights ongoing challenges in the tech industry over intellectual property rights reported Law360. The complaint focuses on specific technologies utilized by Sabey within its…
Ciara McHale, a promising attorney at Tyz Law Group PC, is rapidly making a name for herself within the legal community. Recently, McHale demonstrated her exceptional legal acumen by securing a significant $17.7 million copyright verdict for Moonbug Entertainment Ltd. The case was not only successful but also drew commendation from the presiding judge, highlighting…
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) recently unsealed a 14-count indictment against 17 Iranian nationals, accused of conducting an expansive hacking operation targeting American entities. These charges highlight a coordinated cyber assault orchestrated by individuals linked to the Mabna Institute, a group affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as reported by JURIST….
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati has expanded its General Counsel in Residence (GCIR) program with the addition of Alexander Nguyen, a former assistant White House counsel and chief legal officer at UNITY Biotechnology. ([markets.financialcontent.com](https://markets.financialcontent.com/ibtimes/article/bizwire-2026-3-31-wilson-sonsini-expands-general-counsel-in-residence-program-with-alexander-nguyen?utm_source=openai)) Nguyen brings two decades of experience in law, life sciences, and technology to the firm. At UNITY Biotechnology, Nguyen led financings,…