As technological advancements continue to reshape the legal profession, one of the untapped areas of potential remains email threading. Much more than an organised inbox, email threading has been touted by the Association of Certified E-Discovery as a secret weapon in navigating intricate web of email conversations, particularly in light of eDiscovery requirements. For the…
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently announced a new enforcement plan, taking particular aim at employers’ increasing use of technology, which includes artificial intelligent (AI) and machine learning, in their hiring processes. The Strategic Enforcement Plan will be in effect for 2024 through 2028 and is poised to give context on how employers…
Law professionals are often called upon to navigate the intricacies of intellectual property (IP) licensing. It is a domain that requires a comprehensive understanding of various legal elements and practical considerations. It is with this need for expertise in view that an upcoming event has garnered significant attention among legal circles. The Hybrid Event: Understanding…
Scheduled for November 2nd – 3rd in New York City, the eagerly anticipated Hybrid Event: Understanding Intellectual Property License 2023 offers a valuable opportunity for legal professionals to expand their knowledge on intellectual property (IP) licensing agreements. The course aims to provide comprehensive insights into the basics as well as practical aspects that prove crucial…
For those closely observing the dealings of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, plaintiff Andrew Perrong is a familiar name. In the latest development, one of Perrong’s suits was partially dismissed on ATDS grounds on September 18, 2023, as reported by the mentioned case details, Perrong v. Bradford, et al., No. 2:23-cv-00510, 2023 WL 6119281 (E.D….
Lawyer Chris Seeger, from Seeger Weiss in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, has garnered significant attention for negotiating two high-profile settlements within the past month. The deals involve corporations 3M and Philips, who faced lawsuits regarding faulty combat earplugs and recalled breathing machines respectively. After a more than five years-long battle, Seeger played a key role…
Legal industry observers have been closely tracking a spate of lawsuits over decongestants that name nearly 20 notable companies, including prominent retailers such as Target and Walgreens. This rising tide of litigation is a subject of mounting interest to corporate legal professionals, attesting to the evolving nature of the pharmaceutical sector’s regulatory challenges. A recently…
In a significant development, Penn State University has been embroiled in a lawsuit, unsealed on September 1, 2023, brought under the qui tam provision of the False Claims Act (“FCA”). The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is presiding over the case, which was initially filed on October 5, 2022. The lawsuit…
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, has recently filed a lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani and attorney Robert Costello for allegedly hacking into his laptop. Apart from Giuliani and Costello, Biden seems to be on a litigation spree, having sued the Internal Revenue Service over unauthorized leaks to the media[1] and MAGA supporter Garrett Zeigler,…
In a recent patent case twist, Judge Failla of the Southern District of New York rejected Amtrak’s motion to dismiss in a case involving claims directed at train-traffic-control systems. Amid allegations from Amtrak that Railware, Inc.’s patent claims were directed to an abstract idea, Judge Failla stood firm in denying the motion. This case, entitled…
In an era where corporate responsibility and sustainability efforts are under the microscope, an unfolding trend of litigation tied to “Greenwashing” promises to keep corporate legal teams on their toes. Despite the absence of a universally accepted definition, Greenwashing typically pertains to misleading or false assertions regarding the environmental advantages of a product, aimed at…
Commercial leases are a critical facet of business operations, however, breaches of lease agreements can leave parties drowning in lengthy and costly court proceedings. The need for an efficient and less cumbersome solution has led to the adoption of self-help remedies in commercial leases, an instrument of dispute resolution typically addressed within lease agreement clauses….
The Mississippi Supreme Court recently affirmed the constitutionality of the 2023 House Bill 1020. As per the ratified bill, a new inferior court system will be set in place, akin to the procedures followed by a municipal court. Expected to provide services to the Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) – included within the perimeters of…
Hunter Biden opened legal proceedings against Rudy Giuliani on Tuesday, claiming that Giuliani infringed on both federal and Californian laws. The litigation arises from the allegation that Giuliani unlawfully obtained Biden’s computer data from John Paul Mac Issac, the proprietor of a Delaware computer repair shop. Mac Issac allegedly made copies of Biden’s hard drive…
Legal complexities following the legalization of cannabis continue to provide fertile ground for litigation. The recent lawsuit filed in Connecticut on August 9 exemplifies this ongoing trend. The plaintiff, a local homeowners advocacy group, has challenged the legality of all cannabis-related activities in the state. Moreover, the lawsuit aims to categorize the entire 2021 legalization…
Ever since the introduction of the revolutionary ChatGPT, generative AI (GAI) has become an increasingly integral part in the technological sphere. The possibilities this new form of technology offers have been met with both enthusiasm and apprehension by legal professionals. With the rapid development of GAI and its potential for litigation concerns, such as copyright…
In a significant development in the longstanding litigation surrounding the disparate impact rule under the U.S. Fair Housing Act, the federal district court in Washington, DC, has backed the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This rule, formalised by HUD in 2013, had faced legal opposition for over ten years, primarily from two…
On September 8, 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) unveiled a revision to the definition of ‘waters of the United States’ (WOTUS), signaling significant consequences for the jurisdictional scope of the Clean Water Act (CWA). The release, as published in the Federal Register (88 Fed. Reg. 61964 (Sept. 8,…
In an excerpted conversation with Morgan Lewis partner Courtney Nowell and associate Andrea Dougall, Rima Hadid, the General Counsel for the Emirates Investment Authority, discusses her experience and perspective on global legal practices. With over twenty years of in-house legal experience, Hadid has had significant roles in two major sovereign wealth funds, marking a distinguished…
In the recent ruling of Baxalta Inc. v. Genentech, Inc, the Federal Circuit affirmed the District of Delaware’s grant of summary judgment regarding the lack of enablement for broad antibody claims. This judgement upheld the Supreme Court’s precedent set in Amgen Inc. v. Sanofi, maintaining that antibody claims that specify functionality rather than structure lack…
In a recent judgement, Delaware’s esteemed Chancery Court ruled that claims for injunctive relief under the Unocal standard are not subject to the Corwin cleansing principle. This important legal development came to light during In re Edgio, Inc. Stockholder Litigation. For those not familiar with these legal concepts, under Corwin, a fully informed, uncoerced vote…
The recent update on Florida’s litigation procedure has sparked significant interest amongst legal professionals, with the Third District Court of Appeal (DCA) delivering clarity on key aspects of § 57.105 in AT&T Mobility, LLC v. Rigney. This case, calling for a review of the denial of two sanctions motions under section 57.105, featured noteworthy court…
Recently, in a case involving Sandoz Inc. vs Acerta Pharma B.V. (IPR2023-00478), the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (“PTAB”) found itself denying IPR institution where the asserted prior art was labelled as cumulative of that considered during prosecution. This ruling is drawing attention from legal professionals and corporations alike, in light of its precedent-setting nature….
In the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy in June 2017, an urgent spotlight was thrust on the widespread use of potentially hazardous and inappropriate cladding materials on multi-storey buildings. This attention given to the issue has impacted the market and set new regulation gears in motion. Over nearly half a decade since the…
The landscape of the insurance industry continues to evolve, with legal developments shaping and reshaping how policies are interpreted and enforced. September’s 2023 Insurance Update provides fresh insights into these ongoing changes, with particular focus on two federal circuit court rulings on late notice – an issue that remains pertinent and complex. Both court cases…