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…
Delaware’s Court of Chancery has been bustling with activity recently, making substantial strides in several notable cases. From dealing with a near record-breaking fee award at the beginning of last week to wading through company disputes stretching from India to Venezuela, the court’s wheels have been in constant motion. A particularly intriguing case involved the…
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…
For those among us who may have been too swamped to keep up, here is a recap of the most significant happenings in legal circles last week, as reported on Law360. Law360, renowned for its deep coverage of legal industry, puts you at the forefront of legal trends, issues and developments, essential for practicing lawyers…
The ongoing legal case against Donald Trump is continuing to unfold with meticulous detail being brought forth about the former president’s endeavors in the aftermath of the 2020 election. As stated by the latest indictment, the issues flagged highlight a wide spectrum involving spreading misinformation and exerting substantial pressure on state and federal officials, leading…
An affiliate of the Durst Organization, which owns a skyscraper comprising extensive office space in New York City, has found itself embroiled in litigation against both Bank of America (BofA) and Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. The crux of the lawsuit pertains to a sublease agreement proposed by BofA and the law firm…
A trademark dispute that was stirring up the pet waste management industry in Washington has been peacefully resolved. The complaint, filed in Seattle’s federal court, has been withdrawn; the involved competitor has agreed to cease using the contested name “Scoop Troop”. This resolution brings an end to what could have been a protracted legal battle…
Respected law firms Labaton Sucharow LLP, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP, Andrews & Springer LLC, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP and Friedman Oster & Tejtel PLLC are being celebrated in this week’s edition of Law360’s Legal Lions. Their accolade comes following their substantial achievement in securing a $266.7 million fee award in the…
The U.S. legal sector faced a slight setback in July as it saw the loss of 1,200 jobs. This decline, albeit marginal, follows an encouraging rise in employment during June. The figures being discussed are based on preliminary data which was published recently by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The fluctuation in job numbers…
As global legal practitioners know, law intersects with many areas of life, from criminal justice to corporate transactions. Health care is one such area where this intersection is distinctly prominent. A noteworthy publication shedding light on recent trends and issues is the ‘Better Health Care Newsletter’, released in August 2023. One piece that attracted attention…
Welcome to the August 2023 edition of The BR Privacy & Security Download, the digital newsletter dedicated to serving legal professionals with interest in privacy, security and data protection practices. This edition comes from the leading law firm, Blank Rome LLP. The detailed newsletter was expected to host an enlightening array of discussion points, legislative…
The realm of corporate governance has been rife with key developments as of August 2023. In this summary, we will review and analyze the most notable movements, with a particular focus on their impact on corporations and law firms in the United Kingdom. For legal professionals seeking to stay abreast of such developments, clear and…
On August 3, 2023, the Ninth Circuit took a non-committal stance on the question of whether a website, using high school yearbook photos to advance its subscriber base, is protected under Section 230 from being the target of a class-action lawsuit. The case alleges that such use of photos constitutes a violation of the publicity…
In a recent indictment charging former President Donald Trump with conspiracy and obstruction, there are five unnamed attorney co-conspirators who have been listed. Either they are already cooperating with the government or they will face indictment, as per predictions made by former prosecutors to Law360. The stance of these prosecutors revolves around their belief that…
The former President of the United States, Donald Trump, is currently being represented by a Florida defense attorney in federal charges related to his efforts to challenge the results of the 2020 presidential election. Known amongst his peers for his methodical, understated approach and respected reputation, some lawyers familiar with the counsel have voiced surprise…
In August 2023’s edition of the Probate & Fiduciary Litigation Newsletter, a highlighted case presents a noteworthy argument about the jurisdiction of the Massachusetts Land Court. The case in question is DiNicola v. Ely, et al., No. 23 MISC 000128 (2023). At the heart of the legal issue stands a family trust that holds record…
Yesterday, former President Donald Trump entered a plea of ‘not guilty’ in response to the charges of conspiracy and obstruction related to alleged plans to overturn the 2020 presidential election outcome. These charges stem from accusations that imply Trump sought to disseminate fraudulent claims about the election’s integrity and attempted to pressure various state and…
Troutman Pepper, a leading law firm with a deep focus on Consumer Finance Services, recently released their Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter for August 2023. The firm continues its tradition of providing updated insights on proceedings impacting the Consumer Finance Services industry at both federal and state levels. In their most recent newsletter, Troutman Pepper…