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Navigating Due Diligence in Pharmaceutical CRO Acquisitions: Key Challenges and Opportunities

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In the highly competitive pharmaceutical services sector, avid bidding for prominent businesses have observed an exponential acceleration as new players and investors are showing everyday interest. This surge in investors, who previously didn’t focus much on the pharma sector, has necessitated an urgent understanding of central considerations for due diligence. These considerations significantly influence risk…

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Atlanta Attorney’s “Legally Blonde” Trademark Dispute with MGM Highlights IP Concerns in Social Media Era

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Michelle Cross, the self-termed “Legally Blonde Atlanta” DUI attorney, is now under fire from movie studio MGM for her usage of their copyrighted phrase. After receiving a cease and desist letter from the movie giant, Cross has decided to take down the related billboards, but she isn’t ready to give up her Instagram handle just…

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Navigating Intellectual Property Rights in the Era of AI-driven Chatbots

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

Artificial Intelligence (AI) – an emerging technology that is reshaping many aspects of life including how we live, learn, and work – is taking news headlines by storm. AI broadly refers to content generated or produced by artificial intelligence systems. The market is currently being saturated by AI-driven chatbots such as Chat GPT, Google BARD,…

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Navigating the Complex Intersection of Trade Secret and Privacy Law

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

The intersection of privacy law and trade secret law has become a complex battleground in recent years as companies increasingly collect and use data about their customers. With this scenario, compliance with both laws evolves into a critical challenge for enterprises aiming to protect their intellectual property and the privacy of their customers, as pointed…

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Acorda Therapeutics Secures $16.6M Win in NY Federal Court Over MS Drug Dispute

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In accord with a recent ruling, a New York federal judge throws his support to a near $16.6 million arbitrated award issued to Acorda Therapeutics Inc. Acorda Therapeutics, the American biotechnology company based in Ardsley, New York, has been in dispute with Ireland’s global biopharmaceutical company, Alkermes PLC, consequent to a bone of contention revolving…

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Hong Kong Furniture Firm Loses Cup Holder IP Case, Faces Global Impact

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In a recent development, Hong Kong-based furniture manufacturer Man Wah Holdings Ltd. has been permanently prohibited from selling a cup-holder design by a federal magistrate judge, marking the conclusion of an intellectual property dispute. The jury found that the design in question infringed on a patent held by a yet unidentified company from Wisconsin, USA….

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Apple Faces 5G Patent Infringement Lawsuit Amidst Licensing Negotiations Dispute

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In a significant development that could potentially impact 5G adoption and related IP policies, a Dallas-based intellectual property firm has lodged a lawsuit against Apple Inc. in a California federal court. The claims made by this company are two-fold: first, that Apple is infringing upon patents essential to the implementation of the 5G standard, and…

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OpenAI Seeks Legal Resolution in Trademark Dispute Against Impostor Brand

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

OpenAI, the notable research organization known for its pioneering work in artificial intelligence, has found itself caught in a legal battle over its distinctive name. The organization has launched a lawsuit against an individual who allegedly has been hindering its progress in registering ‘OpenAI’ as a trademark. The defendant stands accused of using a name…

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Boosting Intellectual Property Rights: How Rights Owners Can Collaborate with CBP Enforcement

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has marked Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) as a priority trade issue, leading to a rising number of counterfeit good seizures over the past years. By the end of 2021 and 2022, CBP had successfully intercepted counterfeit goods totaling $3.3 billion1 and $2.98 billion2 in value, respectively. In just…

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Japanese Law Firm TNY Group to Pioneer Expansion into India’s Newly Liberalized Legal Market

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Adding to its international footprint, the Japanese law firm TNY Group is preparing to inaugurate its first office in India. This comes following India’s decision half a year prior to liberalize its domestic legal market. The recent establishment of the TNY Group came in 2021, under the co-guidance of managing partners Yuji Tsutsumi and Takahisa…

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Federal Judge Greenlights $1M Solar Distributor Lawsuit Against Safety Testing Company

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

An Illinois-based federal judge has permitted a solar panel distributor to proceed with a $1 million lawsuit against a well-known safety testing company. The dispute arises from delays that the solar distributor suffered due to the safety testing company’s certification trademarks. The prominent safety testing brand, which is noted for its certification trademarks, is accused…

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Alt Legal Acquires TM Cloud’s Docketing Business, Solidifying Market Dominance

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

Alt Legal, the cloud-based trademark docketing software company, has announced their fourth and most recent acquisition to be the docketing business and customers of TM Cloud, a competing provider of trademark and intellectual property docketing software. This acquisition sees Alt Legal expanding its customer base even more both domestically throughout the United States and across…

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Divergent Trends in Orange Book and Biologic Patent Litigation Revealed in Updated USPTO Report

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

The USPTO recently published an updated report on Inter Partes Review (IPR) and Post Grant Review (PGR) proceedings, which spotlighted the Orange Book or biologic patents. These findings incorporate data until March 31, 2023, offering a revealing look into this crucial patent litigation realm. Significant for stakeholders navigating this intricate field are marked variances in…

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Congressional Patent Bills Poised to Reshape Infringement Litigation Landscape

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

Recent developments in Congress could potentially reshape the patent litigation landscape, with two bills recently introduced seeking to reform patent eligibility and change procedures for litigating patent invalidity. These developments may require legal professionals involved in patent litigation to recalibrate strategies and anticipate the potential implications of such legislative changes on infringement litigation. The first…

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Texas IP Firm Fights Back: Nolte Lackenbach Siegel Denies Owing Ex-Attorney $225K in Wage Dispute

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In an unfolding wage dispute, intellectual property firm Nolte Lackenbach Siegel, based in Texas, is seeking to confirm that it does not owe its former attorney over $200,000 in back pay. Adrian Cruz reported on August 7, 2023, that the firm filed a lawsuit in Texas federal court against their former employee, who claims the…

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Legal Ramifications in Sports and Entertainment: Trends and Considerations to Watch

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

In the rapidly evolving landscape of sports and entertainment law, a few incidents have recently caught the eye of legal professionals across the globe, including the slime-ulcast for Super Bowl LVIII, Cardi B’s concert drama, college sports revamp, and ASU Stadium’s new identity. These may offer valuable insights into the emerging trends and legal considerations…

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Navigating Complexities: 7 Key Considerations for AI Contract Negotiations

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to infiltrate numerous sectors, including law. Legal professionals have begun leveraging advanced technology to streamline operations and deliver efficient services. However, with this development, lawyers are now faced with the dilemma of negotiating contracts for AI services. This exposure emphasizes the need to be thoroughly aware of all aspects surrounding AI…

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AI Integration Trends Impacting Intellectual Property and Employment Law

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

As the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, playing host to a multitude of benefits and challenges, it is concurrently carving out diverse opportunities for legal professionals. In particular, attorneys with a focus in intellectual property (IP) and employment law are actively advising and litigating on behalf of clients who are grappling with…

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Ruling Impacts Corporate Reactions to Lawsuits: The Fall of “Without Merit” Phrase

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

A recent ruling by the District of Massachusetts Court against software firm Pegasystems could have significant implications for corporate responses to lawsuits. Judge William Young is making headlines in the legal community for holding Pegasystems accountable for asserting the baselessness of a lawsuit despite its merit. This ruling could potentially alter the commonplace, reflexive response…

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AFP Sues X, Formerly Twitter, for Compensation Talks Under French Copyright Law

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

For the second time in four years, Agence France-Presse has issued a lawsuit against a major media platform over non-negotiated payments for online content use. The platform in question is X, previously recognized as Twitter. Filed in a French court, AFP seeks to obligate X for dialogues concerning potential compensation for sharing AFP’s articles and…

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Envestnet Faces Dismissal Rejection in FinApps Trade Secrets Case

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In a recent development concerning Envestnet, a leading financial technology firm, a Delaware federal magistrate judge argued that the company’s attempt to evade accusations of illicitly acquiring FinApps’ trade secrets should, for the most part, be dismissed. The rationale for this recommendation rests on the existence of disputed evidence that necessitates a jury’s evaluation. The…

Ohio Judge Trims Tech Firm’s Multi-Million E-commerce IP Theft Suit

Pieter Gunst3 years ago3 years ago03 mins

In a recent development, an Ohio Federal Judge is reported to have predominantly rejected initial victories in a high-stakes legal suit concerning copyright infringement and trade secrets. A robotics and technology firm, the plaintiff in this case, had filed a claim amounting to millions of dollars against a Swedish entity. The accusation was that this…

Zillow Loses Second Round in Prolonged Real Estate Copyright Battle

Pieter Gunst3 years ago3 years ago03 mins

The Ninth Circuit, a pertinent figure in the US court jurisdiction, has recently passed a judgment that affirms Zillow, the popular real estate marketplace, as guilty of infringing copyrights owned by a well-known real estate photography studio. With the given background information, it’s apparent that this case’s decision marks the second round of a prolonged…

Fearless Girl Statue Dispute Heads to Court: Examining Intellectual Property Rights in Art

Pieter Gunst3 years ago3 years ago02 mins

A longstanding disagreement concerning the celebrated “Fearless Girl” statue in New York City is set to be settled in court in April 2024. This dispute involves State Street Global Advisors Trust Co., a major asset management firm, and the sculptor behind the esteemed structure. The litigious contention has arisen over allegations of contract breach and…

Expanding Intellectual Property Practices: Dentons and Venable LLP Respond to Tech-Driven Demand

Pieter Gunst3 years ago3 years ago02 mins

Law firms Dentons and Venable LLP are boosting investments in intellectual property expertise, each expanding their respective practices on different coasts of the United States. The legal landscape consistently shows an increased demand for specialized counsel as businesses across industries grapple with protecting their intellectual property amidst rapidly evolving technology and regulations. As reported by…