In a recent announcement, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative disclosed that it has delisted the Dominican Republic and Uzbekistan from its list of countries that have previously held poor records on intellectual property (IP) protection. However, renowned trade partners such as Mexico and Canada remain on the record. The decision of delisting implies…
The outcome of a complex legal process surrounding a case of patent infringement was revealed last Thursday. It was confirmed that the inventor of a product designed to prevent flooding in New York City’s subway system had come to terms with an individual and two corporations accused of lucratively redirecting funds from the actual infringements….
With noncompete agreements increasingly phased out, businesses are exploring alternative strategies to protect intellectual property, including the use of ‘garden leave’ clauses. With less use of noncompete clauses, nonsolicitation agreements may play an increasingly essential role to help private entities manage the market for employment and employment mobility. The vital concern is to keep balance…
In a recent development, TikTok, the globally popular social media platform, has managed a partial victory in a court case lodged by Beijing Meishe Network Technology. The Chinese software company took legal action against TikTok on several intellectual property (IP) counts. A federal judge in California has ruled in TikTok’s favor, dismissing numerous IP claims…
In a pivotal judgment, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has offered further elucidation on the question of extraterritoriality as it pertains to patent statutes. Building on the foundational ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court in WesternGeco LLC v. ION Geophysical Corp in 2018, the case of Harris Brumfield v. IBG LLC,…
An attorney has lambasted an airline tycoon’s efforts to access his bank records in the context of a hacking lawsuit. According to a statement given to a federal court, the counsel alleged that the subpoena is null and void as it was sent under a misnamed bank’s title. This clash between two major parties underscores…
Polsinelli PC, a significant player in the legal scene, recently announced that the former life sciences co-chair at New England-based firm Burns & Levinson LLP has made a significant career move and transitioned to Polsinelli’s Boston office as a shareholder. The addition of the former chair continues to solidify Polsinelli’s leading position in the market,…
In an ongoing antitrust litigation against pharmaceutical giant Pfizer regarding the cholesterol medication Lipitor, a class of buyers is awaiting approval from a New Jersey federal judge for their request of $31 million in fees. This development follows an agreement made last February where Pfizer consented to a $93 million settlement. The attorneys representing the…
An ongoing legal dispute has surfaced between two deer repellent companies, which originated from a lapse in licensing agreements. A New Jersey-based company alleges that its Ohio-counterpart, an erstwhile licensee, is illicitly exploiting secret trade doctrines. This purportedly illicit exploitation consists of the continued application of unique techniques and procedures that were formally proprietary to…
In a recent development, Perkins Coie LLP has strengthened its intellectual property practice by adding a new member to its team. The firm announced on Thursday the hiring of the previous general counsel and chief compliance officer of the digital health company, Cleerly. With an increasing focus on intellectual property rights and strategic legal frameworks…
The New Jersey Law Journal has announced its call for nominations for the 2024 New Jersey Legal Awards. The awards aim to recognize exceptional attorneys and legal work throughout the state. This year, corporations and law firms of all sizes with an office in New Jersey are eligible for the Litigation Departments of the Year…
Following in the footsteps of the late hip-hop icon 2Pac, various artists have attempted to capture his haunting ability to predict his own fate and live on through his music. 2Pac’s legacy extends far beyond “If I Die 2Nite“, and his music career even seemed to continue posthumously with the release of six successful albums…
In an engaging examination of how personal pastimes can stimulate professional growth, lawyer Kerry Irwin shares how her experiences as an equestrian have enriched her legal career. Featured in her recent column for Law360, Irwin explores the parallels between horseback riding and practicing law, and finds substantial similarities in the requisite skills for both. Irwin,…
Mastering nonverbal cues in court can drastically shift the way counsel and their case are perceived by jurors, as exemplified by recent observations about President Donald Trump’s nonverbal communication style. This is an area where legal professionals would do well to invest some time and training, according to remarks by Clint Townson from Townson Consulting….
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP continues to augment its team with the recent acquisition of an intellectual property (IP) lawyer from another law giant, Perkins Coie LLP. The yet unnamed attorney stands out as the third patent-focused litigator to depart from Perkins Coie within the same week. This attorney will join the impressive roster…
Perkins Coie has expanded its prowess in Intellectual Property law with the addition of Zach Hong as a partner in the New York office’s IP practice and patent prosecution subgroup, as reported by Bloomberg Law. Hong comes boasting an impressive portfolio and is expected to provide counsel on a myriad of IP queries. His responsibilities…
In a recent decision concerning New York’s tax treatment of overseas royalties, the U.S. Supreme Court is presented with the opportunity to hear another state tax case pertaining to the dormant commerce clause’s breadth. The New York State Court of Appeals decided on April 23 that both Walt Disney Co. and IBM Corp. are unable…
In a recent patent dispute involving Lyft Inc. and Quartz Auto Technologies LLC, Lyft’s request for $1 million in attorney fees was declined by a California federal judge. The litigating parties had agreed to dismiss certain claims with the express understanding that each party would assume responsibility for its own costs and attorneys’ fees, a…
Actress Tracee Ellis Ross, known for her role in the television show ‘Black-ish’ and its spin-off ‘Mixed-ish’, has emerged victorious in a lawsuit alleging that she and the producers of ‘Mixed-ish’ illegally appropriated a writer’s concept for a sitcom. The show’s premise centers around the experiences of a mixed-race character navigating life in the suburbs….
A recent decision by the North Carolina Business Court has compelled a reduction of an ongoing lawsuit, presented by a cafeteria food provider, whose case indicates that their ex-sales director took off with classified data to a competing firm. The court ruled on the principle that the laws of North Carolina are not pertinent in…
The U.S. federal government has recently called on a North Carolina federal court to dismiss a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit filed by a disbarred attorney surrounding U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) documents. The government argues that this lawsuit is one of several identical, baseless suits that the plaintiff has filed. This case…
The proliferation of artificial intelligence has made the creation of digital replicas of a person’s voice, image, or likeness increasingly simple. An era engendered by the intriguing, yet concern-raising phenomenon of ‘deepfakes’ has cast a magnifying glass on the nation’s ‘right-of-publicity’ laws. These developments arise amidst ongoing discourse concerning when Congress may initiate action towards…
A mapping firm has disputed a federal magistrate judge’s suggestion to dismiss its lawsuit against ERIS Information, an environmental risk assessment data company. The mapping firm alleges ERIS of copyright infringement. The judge in New York who made the recommendation has been accused of having misunderstood the case. For comprehensive details on the conflict, take…
A recent copyright lawsuit filed against Barstool Sports is facing skepticism from a New York federal judge. The plaintiff, a photographer, claims that one of her images was used without permission on the company’s website. However, the court is yet to be convinced that the photograph included in the complaint is indeed the same as…
An architectural and marketing firm based in Philadelphia has submitted an appeal for sanctions against two former employees who have transitioned to Republic Bank. The company contends that the texts exchanged between the departing employees provide a shocking display of dishonesty, indicating the destruction of evidence in their trade secrets misappropriation case. The allegations against…