Arno Resources LLC has made a plea to the Eleventh Circuit to reopen its lawsuit against the former proprietors of a now-dissolved gaming firm, citing their violation of a software development agreement. The company is of the view that the previous owners breached their contract by licencing the software to third parties, despite the fact…
In a recent legal development, Sandoz, the generic-drug manufacturing division of Novartis, faced a setback in a patent infringement lawsuit related to an eyelash growth drug. The company’s request for a new trial was denied by a Colorado federal judge. The decision comes after a jury awarded $39 million in damages to Allergan, the plaintiff….
With a vast range of crucial societal stakeholders, ranging from health groups, scientists, small businesses and environmentalists, to even a labor union, a significant wave of support for the nearly four-decade-old Chevron Doctrine is currently being experienced at the U.S. Supreme Court. These diverse groups are avidly urging the Supreme court not to get rid…
In a recent and noteworthy incident within the intersection of law and technology, an award-winning artwork partially created by artificial intelligence (AI) was denied a copyright registration. The US Copyright Office (CO) Review Board made the decision on the grounds that the work contained more than a de minimis amount of content generated by AI,…
A recent study published by Pew Research Center indicates that public discomfort with artificial intelligence tech continues to be a significant barrier for businesses aiming to integrate this technology into their operations. Therefore, it is crucial that legal professionals develop and implement best practices encouraging responsible AI use within their organizations, as suggested by Stephanie…
Zayn Malik, British musician and former member of One Direction, is amidst legal crosshairs, facing allegations of copyright infringement. The assertion, lodged in a California federal court, accuses Malik of plagiarizing musical elements from another artist’s work in the lead single of his latest studio album. Malik, who made his departure from the pop sensation…
Seagate Technology LLC, a prominent data storage company, has recently reached a notable $300 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Commerce. This settlement comes as a necessary wake-up call to multinational companies with operations in China, as a stark reminder of the occupational hazards within a visibly tightening enforcement landscape. The legal advisory from…
In reaffirmation of lower court rulings, the Federal Circuit has dismissed a lawsuit that alleged Siemens had infringed multiple patents pertaining to website graphic menus. The court’s judgment pronounced that a previous settlement involving Microsoft had sealed the fate of this matter. The suit originally set out to argue that Siemens had violated a range…
In recent legal news, there have been several noteworthy personnel changes in high-tier law firms. Notably, the former lead of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP’s trademark practice has transitioned to Norton Rose Fulbright. Additionally, Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP has enlarged its workforce with the acquisition of an intellectual property litigator from Morrison Foerster…
Law firms, like many businesses, are faced with agency problems that arise from the separation of ownership and control in a company. These issues are commonly defined as the difficulty in motivating one party, the agent, to act on behalf of another, the principal. The extent of these problems can often be influenced by factors…
Seven years following the enactment of the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) by Congress, the act’s application across federal courts continues to exhibit a striking non-uniformity. Legal professionals anticipated widespread coherence in the application of the Act upon its introduction in 2016, but the reality has been decidedly more complex and varied. Instead of using…
A week of bustling legal activities in London underscored some key litigation developments across various sectors. Notably, the fallout from a failed gold dealership took an intriguing turn as its liquidators launched a lawsuit against NatWest. The bank faces accusations of failing to identify a substantial money laundering operation linked to the dealership. This comes…
Representatives for developing nations have communicated their view that the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) proposed simplification of transfer pricing should not apply to low-risk marketing and distribution activities incorporating digital goods. Their opinion was expressed through recent commentary letters, where the groups expressed their reasoning. Transfer pricing, a vital element of international…
Maintaining a robust patent estate is a critical task for many corporations, particularly those operating in innovative fields. In the biotech industry, this task becomes particularly paramount due to the highly competitive nature of the environment and the significant investments often required for research and development. Emerging biotech companies often face a myriad of challenges…
In a significant legislative development for employers across the state, Governor Kathy Hochul has signed four bills amending the New York Labor Law. These bills cater to critical aspects relevant to employers, including handling social media account information, unemployment benefits notification, mandatory meetings about political and religious beliefs, and invention assignment provisions in employment contracts….
In a recent development, Voxer, a communication technology company, was awarded partial deposition costs by a judge in a patent infringement lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook. This follows the history-making judgement last September where an Austin, Texas jury awarded Voxer nearly $175 million in damages. The judgement was monumental, closing a chapter…
In an attempt to keep professionals updated with the recent developments in the life sciences industry, Venable LLP is hosting an inaugural Life Sciences Webinar Series, scheduled throughout the month. The highlight of this series of webinars is the session on IP (Intellectual Property) issues in business transactions, which will take place on October 5th,…
The International Trade Commission (ITC) is hosting a webinar titled ‘Redesign and Remedy at the ITC’ on October 4th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EDT. This timely virtual event is generating anticipation among legal professionals in large corporations and law firms worldwide. Presenters at the webinar aim to enlighten attendees with insights regarding the…
After a nearly decade-long legal battle, Georgia manufacturer Universal Alloy Corp. (UAC) emerged victorious in a trade secrets case that involved allegations of stealing trade secrets from Alcoa, a leading provider of aluminium, and a $200 million contract with Boeing for aircraft wing parts. In the trial, UAC’s legal team, led by senior lawyers from…
In the recent legal market churn, law firms Reed Smith and K&L Gates have expanded their roster in Frankfurt. Reed Smith has brought on board three seasoned lawyers from Simmons & Simmons, while K&L Gates has added a partner from Hogan Lovells. Driving this strategic move by Reed Smith is the firm’s desire to advance…
Recently, a trademark infringement matter has attained a fresh breath of life by a divided panel in the Sixth Circuit. The lawsuit was initiated by children’s clothing manufacturer Bella Bliss against a competing firm, which was established by a former Bella Bliss co-founder. The Thursday decision announced by the court panel agrees with Bella Bliss’s…
Pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences has received preliminary approval from a California federal judge for a settlement amounting to $246.8 million. This comes as an outcome of claims alleging the company engaged in anti-competitive behavior linked to its HIV medications. The settlement effectively draws to a close accusations that Gilead colluded with Teva, another major pharmaceutical…
Wednesday’s suspension of Federal Circuit Judge Pauline Newman is now under review. The investigation into Newman’s mental fitness, which prompted the suspension, has been heavily criticized by her legal representatives. They labelled the inquiry baseless in a document brought to light in line with the order. Newman’s attorneys defended her adamantly, arguing that there was…
In a recent legal development, Fox Corp. won a patent dispute filed against them. The suit, initiated by Recentive, accused Fox of infringing patents employed in developing an internal platform that optimized scheduling and broadcasts of NFL football games on its regional stations. Judged in Delaware Federal Court, the case hinged on the use of…
A case of note in the field of Intellectual Property (IP) is slated to be held next week in Waco, where a federal jury will decide whether e-commerce company Lightspeed is guilty of infringing a pair of decade-old patents related to point-of-sale programming. The patents in question belong to a patent licensing business that has…