With the arrival of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, interest around large language models and complex artificial intelligence systems is rapidly increasing. This can make the prospect of sourcing artificial intelligence (AI) tools appear intimidating, as if requiring a completely new set of skills. However, Mia Rendar provides an alternative view, arguing that the same best practices that…
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a branch of the U.S. Department of Commerce, has received more than 50,000 comments on its proposed guidance for the usage of march-in rights by federal agencies. This provision allows governmental authorities to seize federally funded patents under specific conditions. Its proposal has provoked a surge of…
In recent legal developments, a Philadelphia federal jury has ruled in favour of multinational lifestyle retail corporation, Urban Outfitters, in a trade secrets lawsuit. The suit was brought upon by a now-bankrupt online fashion rental firm, which accused the retail giant of misappropriating its proprietary information to establish a competing business. Despite these claims, the…
In an ongoing legal tussle, Virgin Galactic has countered Boeing’s claim that they failed to pay $25 million for Aurora Flight Sciences Corp.’s engineering services. The human spaceflight company, in a federal countersuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, alleged that Boeing, and its subsidiary Aurora Flight Sciences provided…
Wanji Walcott, former Amex Senior Vice President and General Counsel, has made an impressive return to the $10M Pay Club, following her recent move to Pinterest in November 2022. Enticed by CEO Bill Ready, a former colleague, Walcott joined Pinterest with a mission to enhance the performance of the image-sharing platform. Since her arrival, Pinterest…
In a significant legal decision, Amazon.com Inc has been ordered to pay $525 million in damages to software firm Kove IO Inc. This verdict, passed by a federal jury in Illinois, concluded that Amazon had infringed upon three patents owned by Kove, all of which are central to distributed cloud storage technology. The crux of…
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan is set to receive $40 million in litigation funding from Longford Capital, with the aim of financing lawsuits for private equity firms and their portfolio companies. The agreement, which was made public last Thursday, is designed to provide funding for private equity clients wishing to pursue litigation without impacting profit…
In an unfolding development within the pharmaceutical industry, a class of direct purchasers have asked a district judge in New Jersey to approve a $39 million settlement. This involves allegations against Wyeth, a unit of Pfizer Inc., and Teva Pharmaceuticals for reportedly delaying the generic competition for the antidepressant drug, Effexor XR. The lawsuit claims…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently shed light on potential hazards tied to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by attorneys. In particular, they underscored the imperative for ensuring the accuracy of filings and the human contribution in innovations. Legal practitioners contend this illustrates that ethical norms remain constant, even as we continue…
In a remarkably high-stakes case in the mobile gaming industry, Skillz Platform Inc. and AviaGames Inc. have indicated to a California federal court that they plan to reach a settlement. This decision comes just months after Skillz Platform Inc. emerged triumphant in a heated patent infringement battle against rival AviaGames, winning an impressive $42.9 million….
On Wednesday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and a group of 39 other senators, including 37 Democrats and two independents, introduced new legislation designed to solidify the new Judicial Conference of the United States policy against judge shopping. This move comes in spite of resistance from Republicans and a particular court in Texas. Judge…
In a recent development, LG Electronics has managed to convince the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) to deliberate on the validity of two Pantech Wireless patents. This development comes just over a week following a major victory for Pantech Wireless, as they secured a $10 million infringement verdict against OnePlus pertaining to analogous technology….
A recent development in the court case involving Deckers Outdoor Corp., the parent company of the popular UGG footwear brand, and giant retailer Wal-Mart Inc., has called for both parties to provide a more detailed claim construction for a disputed UGG slipper design patent. The presiding California federal judge has urged both companies to submit…
A now-retired plastic surgeon is facing a substantial debt to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) due to involvement in an offshore employee leasing scheme. The government has informed an Ohio federal court that the individual and his wife moved their assets totaling more than $7.7 million to their daughter when she was 11 years old….
Amazon, the multinational technology company, has been ordered to pay $525 million in damages following a patent infringement lawsuit. A federal jury in Illinois ruled in favour of a Chicago-based software company, finding that Amazon had infringed upon three of their patents related to cloud data storage technology. It was noted in the ruling, however,…
The issue of intellectual property rights protection for creations born of artificial intelligence is now under the microscope of a U.S. House of Representatives panel. On Wednesday, it struggled with a consequential determination: defining the extent of human intervention required for such creations to qualify for protective rights. The nexus of law and artificial intelligence…
An online pharmacy faced legal action from pharmaceutical heavyweight Eli Lilly & Co., being accused of improperly selling a compounded version of their drug Mounjaro. The case, however, was dismissed by a Florida federal judge who asserted that Eli Lilly was essentially attempting to utilize state law to enforce federal regulations. This recent ruling indicates…
Valeant Pharmaceuticals is headed to the U.S. Supreme Court, championing a significant argument about the intersection of patent law and whistleblower litigation. The focus of the contention is whether or not information presented during Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) reviews should be used later in False Claim Act lawsuits instigated by whistleblowers. The False…
The Recorder has recently announced the call for nominations for its 2024 California Legal Awards. The event, traditionally held in Northern California, has been relocated to the J.W. Marriott Live, downtown Los Angeles, set for October 15, 2024. Alongside the existing “Women Leaders in Tech Law” category, new categories such as “Vanguard Award,” “Lawyers on…
In what can be described as a peculiar legal predicament, the promoter of the storied 1969 Woodstock music festival has found themselves in a dispute in Manhattan federal court this Wednesday. The confrontation centers around ‘Woodstock’ trademarks and their potential use in the burgeoning marijuana industry. The legal opponent in this situation, described as an…
In the battle set amidst COVID-19 vaccine patent trials, Moderna Inc. requested a Boston federal judge deny a motion put forth by Pfizer Inc. to suspend the ongoing proceedings. The proposed pause was to wait for the Patent Trial and Appeal Board to complete their investigation into the validity of two of the three patents…
Maine’s top fisheries regulator is currently in the midst of a legal battle over a new rule requiring electronic location tracking for some lobster boats. The regulator argues that this tracking constitutes a legitimate administrative search of commercial premises. The rule is currently under fire from a lawsuit, brought forth by a number of lobster…
The United States Code, Title 35, Section 287, allows those holding utility or design patents to recover damages for up to six years prior to filing legal action against an infringer, as long as the patentee has given notice of the alleged infringement[1]. However, a divide exists among district courts in their interpretation of this…
Earlier this April, Merchant & Gould, an enterprising law firm, broadened its Intellectual Property (IP) services in Washington, D.C. They achieved this feat through the incisive move of bringing onboard a five-person team of seasoned attorneys who formerly worked with Oblon McClelland Maier & Neustadt LLP. The new team exemplifies Merchant & Gould’s strategy to…
Law is a demanding profession, and practicing it with a condition such as Parkinson’s Disease can add an additional layer of complexity and challenge. Adam Siegler, a legal professional at Greenberg Traurig, discusses his personal experience living and working with Parkinson’s Disease in a recent article published during Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Focused on his personal…