The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Cox Communications Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment has stirred significant discussion among legal professionals and copyright law observers. The unanimous ruling, issued on March 25, 2026, affirmed existing protections for Internet Service Providers (ISPs) without altering the landscape of copyright enforcement policies. Central to this case was the…
In a recent development, Joe Gibbs Racing LLC has petitioned a North Carolina federal court to amend its lawsuit against a competing NASCAR team, asserting that its former employee was recruited specifically to transfer confidential information. This action marks an escalation in an already intricate legal battle over intellectual property and competitive tactics within the…
Nvidia Corp. finds itself at the center of a legal storm as a California federal judge recently ruled on a proposed class action by authors accusing the chipmaker of copyright infringement. While the court dismissed claims of vicarious infringement, it upheld allegations that Nvidia used copyrighted books from online shadow libraries to train its AI…
The Federal Circuit upheld a Massachusetts federal judge’s decision to award attorney fees to Hyper Bicycles Inc. This decision was linked to a dispute over a set of bicycle design patents, where the court determined that the lawsuit was weak and prolonged unnecessarily. The case’s progression displayed significant inefficiencies and the judge’s reasoning was reinforced…
In a significant development in the realm of litigation finance, a former managing director from Curiam Capital has announced the launch of a new boutique firm dedicated to funding and underwriting intellectual property litigation. This venture, unfolding in a landscape where IP rights are increasingly at the forefront of legal battles, highlights a continued trend…
The legal battle over the trademark “I Am More Than An Athlete” continues to intensify as a Maryland-based nonprofit recently petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Federal Circuit ruling. This decision favored Uninterrupted LLC, a company associated with basketball star LeBron James, allowing it to cancel the nonprofit’s trademark registration by asserting prior…
In an expansion that underscores its commitment to bolstering intellectual property capabilities, Womble Bond Dickinson has recruited three seasoned attorneys from Moore & Van Allen PLLC for its Charlotte, North Carolina office. This strategic move highlights Womble Bond Dickinson’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its presence in the competitive legal market. The newly acquired team consists…
In the evolving landscape of technology, AT&T is harnessing artificial intelligence with remarkable breadth and depth, unveiling “thousands of use cases” for AI models across its operations. According to AT&T’s in-house counsel, a significant application of these technologies is within the domain of intellectual property, serving both internal functions and collaborations with external partners. The…
The financial landscape is witnessing a notable shift as investors increasingly turn towards alternatives to traditional stock market investments. This trend is highlighted by the emergence of new vehicles like the latest litigation fund, designed to tap into the growing demand for diversified investment options. This strategic pivot reflects the appetite for minimizing risk in…
On Tuesday, DJ Khalil testified in a Los Angeles courtroom regarding a copyright infringement case involving the use of his instrumental track in Ye’s Grammy-winning song “Hurricane.” Initially, DJ Khalil expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, but his optimism waned when financial disagreements arose. Seeking payment from Ye proved futile, prompting him to enlist help from…
On Tuesday, a panel from the Federal Circuit expressed reservations about its jurisdiction to hear an appeal concerning a settlement agreement involving T-Mobile and a rival company. This case stems from allegations that T-Mobile infringed a Wi-Fi calling patent. Although both parties contended that sufficient jurisdictional grounds existed, the panel’s skepticism raised questions about the…
In a developing legal dispute, Bike Trainer Co., a prominent manufacturer in the stationary cycling market, has taken a bold stance against a rival company’s efforts to dismiss a complaint at the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The conflict centers around accusations that the competitor allegedly fabricated claims while interpreting patent language, dismissing them as…
Apple Inc. recently petitioned the full Federal Circuit to reevaluate a decision by a panel that upheld the United States International Trade Commission’s (ITC) ban on the importation of Apple Watches equipped with blood oxygen-monitoring features. This move comes as the tech giant challenges the panel’s findings that the ITC properly enforced the ban based…
The Eleventh Circuit Court has reopened a legal skirmish involving the acclaimed photographer Annie Leibovitz and her ‘Star Wars’ images. Originally captured on the set of a new film in the iconic series, these photographs had found their initial home in Vanity Fair. However, a digital outlet was accused of unauthorized use, leading to an…
In a continuation of the scrutiny facing the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Director John Squires has come under fire from the ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee. During an oversight hearing in March, questions were raised regarding his decision to file trademark applications for President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace.” The Democrat accused…
A recent lawsuit targeting Mark Zuckerberg brings forth a rare legal approach, focusing on holding an individual executive liable for alleged copyright infringement. The case, spearheaded by five major publishers and acclaimed author Scott Turow, suggests Zuckerberg personally directed the use of copyrighted materials to develop artificial intelligence models. This legal maneuver highlights an evolving…
In a significant legal development for Amazon, a federal judge in Virginia has dismissed four out of five patent infringement claims brought by DivX, a California-based company specializing in video technology. The move significantly narrows the legal battle that has been ongoing between the tech giant and the video processing company. The dispute centers around…
Print-on-demand retailer Vintage Brand is advocating for a Georgia federal judge to reject a summary judgment motion filed by a consortium of universities. The universities aim to secure an early win in their lawsuit alleging that Vintage Brand engaged in trademark infringement concerning its sports merchandise. The crux of Vintage Brand’s argument lies in the…
In what is shaping up to be a significant legal battle over artificial intelligence and copyright, Meta Platforms Inc. and start-up Anthropic have been accused of using pirated books to train their large language models. This class action suit, filed by book publishers and esteemed legal novelist Scott Turow in a New York federal court,…
In a legal clash that has captured the attention of the intellectual property world, X Corp. and Operation Bluebird Inc. presented divergent arguments before a Delaware federal judge regarding the fate of the Twitter brand. The core of the dispute lies in whether the brand, recognized globally, remains protected following its rebranding to X under…
The Ninth Circuit has decided to uphold an injunction restraining Point Financial Inc. from interfering with Google’s ability to utilize its license to manufacture specific computer chips. This legal maneuver marks a pivotal moment in an ongoing contractual dispute that centers on Google’s agreement with a now-defunct chipmaker. The injunction will stay in place as…
Duane Morris LLP has announced the integration of its sports and gambling law groups, a strategic move reflecting the burgeoning intersection of these industries. This development comes as sports betting continues to gain traction across the United States, following the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision to lift the federal ban on sports wagering, which opened the…
Ga. Eyewear Co.’s legal head, Timothy Johnson, has seen a significant rise in compensation, reaching $2 million this year. This increase reflects a trend in corporate America where in-house legal professionals are commanding higher salaries due to a more complex regulatory environment and an uptick in legal challenges faced by large enterprises. Johnson’s compensation package…
The recent ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in American Society for Testing and Materials International v. UpCodes Inc. has sparked discussions that could influence ongoing debates over artificial intelligence and copyright law. The court affirmed the denial of a preliminary injunction, finding that UpCodes’ verbatim republication of copyrighted building…
Womble Bond Dickinson has made a significant addition to its intellectual property (IP) practice by welcoming three new partners: Amanda Glessner, John McCraw, and Travis Merritt. These hires are aimed at strengthening the firm’s capabilities in key areas as it continues to expand its presence in the IP sector. Amanda Glessner, bringing with her extensive…