Pillsbury Defends UC Regents in Trade Secrets Case Against Agensys and Jones Day
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is currently representing the University of California Regents in a legal battle against Agensys Inc., as reported in the local newspaper. The lawsuit, filed by Jones Day on behalf of...
Protecting Digital Replicas: U.S. Copyright Office’s Call to Action on AI and Deepfakes
Protecting Digital Replicas: U.S. Copyright Office's Push for Legislation on AI and DeepfakesIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology and creativity, the U.S. Copyright Office has taken a significant step towards protecting individuals from the...
Georgia Poll Workers Take Legal Action Against Giuliani in Manhattan Court
Georgia Poll Workers Take Legal Action Against Giuliani in Manhattan CourtIn a significant legal development, poll workers from Georgia have taken legal action against former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani in Manhattan court....
Understanding the Impact of Meta DIG on Nvidia: Implications and Analysis
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent dismissal of the certiorari petition in Facebook v. Amalgamated Bank, also known as the "Meta" case, has brought attention to the ongoing Nvidia v. E. Ohman J:or Fonder AB...
Challenges Arise from Trump’s DOE Oversight and Funding Changes
Legal experts anticipated President Donald Trump's plan to dismantle the Department of Education, but the fallout from his executive order has left the educational sector in disarray. On Thursday, Trump officially signed an order...
Judge Denies Recusal Bid in Zantac Case, Urges Swift Appeal | Law.com
Judge Denies Recusal Bid in Zantac Case, Urges Swift AppealIn a recent development within the Zantac mass tort litigation, Judge Joshua Roberts of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has made a significant ruling...
Man who allegedly drove onto San Diego sidewalk is accused of three counts of...
A man who allegedly drove his car onto a sidewalk and into a bunch of individuals is being held on three counts of vehicular manslaughter and other fees, San Diego Police Chief David Nisleit...
Legal Industry Trends Highlighted in This Week’s Data Analysis | Law.com
This week, Law.com is bringing attention to some important trends in the legal industry through data analysis. The American Lawyer recently conducted a study on U.S.-based and global law firms, focusing on their pro...
Challenging California’s Deepfakes Law: X’s Legal Battle
X Corp, owned by Elon Musk, is challenging California's new law that requires online platforms to remove or label campaign-related deepfakes before and after an election. Musk argues that this law violates the constitutional...
England: Judges have the right to a union, GMB asserts
GMB composed to the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales a week following an MP raised worries about"bullying, harassment, whistle blowing and discrimination" among judges.The correspondence also coated worries regarding Covid outbreaks in...
Conservatives Embrace ‘Common-Good Constitutionalism’ for Strong Rule
Conservatives Embrace 'Common-Good Constitutionalism' for Strong RuleIn the realm of legal theory, a new wave is emerging among conservatives, shifting away from the traditional principles of originalism. This evolution is spearheaded by Adrian Vermeule,...
Children’s Commissioner Forecasts radical change
Speaking on the eve of the Scottish Parliament vote, Bruce Adamson informed guests that the conference would place children's voices and lived experiences in the core of decision making for the very first time.The...
California Likely Destination for Depo-Provera MDL Lawsuit
A recent motion presented to the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation has suggested that more than 20 lawsuits concerning Depo-Provera should be consolidated in the Northern District of California. These lawsuits involve various...
Davina Saint appointed chair of Company to Arts
Corporate banking lawyer Davina Saint was appointed as chair of their Business to Arts charity.A senior level banking executive and qualified solicitor, Ms Saint formerly served as leader of division for BNP Paribas Securities...
Examining Honesty in Jury Pool: ‘Juror #2’ Study
Examining Honesty in the Jury Pool: 'Juror #2' StudyIn the legal world, honesty is considered a cornerstone of the justice system. The impact of a single omission or falsehood can have far-reaching consequences, as...
Ariane Burgess: Let’s have your say about short-term rentals
Arianeburgess MSP, convener for the Scottish Parliament's Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee Agenda, has asked Scottish residents to voice their opinions on short-term let legislation.Scotland boasts some of the most stunning natural scenery...
The Threat of Roundup’s Demise: Concerns for America’s Food Supply
Cultivating corn in early fall, Stowe Vermont, USA. Credit: Don Landwehrle/Adobe StockSo, like, there's this thing happening in Stowe, Vermont, USA where they're all about growing corn in the early fall. Don Landwehrle from...
Consultation strongly supports pardon for miners
Most responses to the question aScottish governmentConsultation support for the pardoning miners convicted of offenses during the 1984-85 strike.Eighty-seven percent of respondents supported pardoning them for breaching the peace, and 86% for breaching bail...
$56 Billion in Fraud Losses in 2020!
HelpNetSecurity.com reported the comments from John Buzzard (Lead Analyst, Fraud & Security, with Javelin Strategy & Research)"The pandemic prompted a significant shift in how criminals approach fraud,...Identity fraud has evolved and today reflects the...
Top Labor & Employment Lawyer Aaron Agenbroad Named by Daily Journal
Aaron Agenbroad has been recognized as one of the top labor and employment lawyers by the Daily Journal for the fifth year in a row. This prestigious list highlights California lawyers who have shown...
Ohio Supreme Court Rules Opioid Lawsuits Cannot Use Nuisance Law, $650M Victory for Pharmacies
Ohio Supreme Court Rules Opioid Lawsuits Cannot Use Nuisance Law, $650M Victory for PharmaciesIn a groundbreaking decision by the Ohio Supreme Court, a victory worth over $650 million has been secured for three national...
SCOTUSblog Founder Tom Goldstein Indicted: Collateral Switch Denied
SCOTUSblog Co-Founder Tom Goldstein Faces Legal Battle: Denied Collateral SwitchIn a recent development, SCOTUSblog co-founder Tom Goldstein finds himself entangled in a legal battle as a federal magistrate judge denies his request to switch...
Misconceptions About Sanctuary Cities: Do They Really Want Help?
Misconceptions About Sanctuary Cities: Do They Really Want Help?In a world where misinformation runs rampant, it's crucial to uncover the truth behind the headlines. Today, we delve into the controversial topic of Sanctuary Cities...
5 More Law Schools Approved to Use JD-Next for AdmissionsNew Law Schools Join JD-Next...
Five more law schools have recently been approved to use the JD-Next alternative admissions program, joining the ranks of 52 other schools that offer this option instead of traditional standardized tests. The ABA Section...
Donald Trump Sentencing Set for January 10: Judge’s Ruling
President-elect Donald Trump has been facing his fair share of legal battles, and the latest ruling from Acting Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan adds another layer to the unfolding drama. The judge decided not...
Former Law School IT Director Accused of $68K Unauthorized Purchases
A former IT employee at New England Law in Boston, Gareth Flanagan, has been charged with larceny for allegedly making unauthorized purchases totaling around $68,000 using the school's Amazon account. Flanagan, 52, from Medford,...
Judge criticized for unprofessional behavior during trial
Judge in California Publicly Admonished for Unprofessional Behavior During TrialsIn a recent decision by the California Commission on Judicial Performance, Judge Julian W. Bailey of the Orange County Superior Court has been publicly admonished...
Efficient Patent Prosecution in Brazil: New Appellate Stage Guidelines
In Brazil, new appellate stage guidelines have been introduced to streamline the patent application process and reduce backlog. These guidelines emphasize the importance of thorough and strategic responses during the regular examination stage and...
Unconstitutional DOJ ruling on job protections for administrative law judges
In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the legal community, the U.S. Department of Justice has made a groundbreaking ruling declaring job protections for administrative law judges as unconstitutional. This decision, unveiled...
UN experts call for clemency for Lisa Montgomery, as US reschedules planned execution
The team of 10 rights specialists, have written to the Government calling for clemency, amidst worries that she received insufficient legal aid in the time of her trial in 2007, which preceding injury and...
Supreme Court Upholds Execution of Missouri Convict Despite Prosecutor’s Objections
Supreme Court Upholds Execution of Missouri Convict Despite Prosecutor's ObjectionsIn a controversial decision, the Supreme Court has upheld the execution of a Missouri convict despite objections from the prosecutor. This case has sparked debates...
Judge texted bailiff and clerk he shot his wife, jurors told
In a shocking turn of events, California Judge Jeffrey Ferguson of the Orange County Superior Court reportedly texted his bailiff and clerk, confessing to shooting his wife. The tragic incident unfolded in August 2023...
Training the Next Generation of Conservative Lawyers: Inside a Boutique Law Firm
A boutique law firm in Washington, D.C. is making waves by taking on legal challenges to liberal policies, such as corporate diversity programs, environmental regulations, and job protections for transgender individuals. The firm, Boyden...
New California Neutrals Bill Sent to Governor for Approval | Law.com
California is on the brink of implementing new regulations aimed at increasing transparency in the arbitration process. SB 940, a bill backed by the plaintiffs bar, has been passed by the state Senate and...
Is Trump Administration Defying Judge’s Order by Holding US in Contempt?
Yo, so like, there's this federal judge, right? He's all about sticking it to the Trump administration when it comes to Venezuelan immigrants. The judge, Chief U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg of the...
Annual Record of Scottish tribunals Printed
The next yearly report of this Scottish tribunals was released.It details the work undertaken over the new Scottish tribunals construction.The prior president of Scottish Tribunals, Lady Smith, stated:"My final yearly report, that has now...
Google’s Monopoly Ruling, AI Copyright Law Survey, RIAA Supports Music Publishers – Barks &...
This week's Barks & Bites features some interesting developments in the tech and intellectual property world. Let's dive into the key highlights:In a recent survey conducted by Collibra and Harris Poll, over 300 AI...
Man accused in $15M Bud seed money laundering schemes
SALEM, Ore. (AP) -- A former director of a Washington-based seed business was charged this week with supposedly laundering and wiring 15 million by many approaches to defraud the organization's former owner and its...
CAFC Denies WARF’s Request for New Trial Against Apple – Doctrine of Equivalents Ruling
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently made a significant ruling in a case involving Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) and tech giant Apple, Inc. The CAFC upheld two district...
Irwin Mitchell announces family friendly pay policies
Irwin MitchellIt has announced that it will double the paternity leave and make a variety of other changes to support staff with their families.Effective immediately, the new changes will allow employees to take four...
Pro-Mass-Migration Advocates Use Inflation Argument
Pro-mass-migration advocates have once again brought up the issue of inflation in their efforts to support their cause. This is not the first time that those in favor of mass immigration have tried to...
Expanding Opportunities to Challenge Federal Regulations: SCOTUS Ruling on APA
On July 1, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court made a significant ruling in the case of Corner Post, Inc. v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System regarding the Administrative Procedure Act (APA)....
Improving Sustainability seen as biggest Barrier for law firms in 2015
In response to this issue of the degree of growth anticipated, 43 percent of those questioned said that they anticipated gains of between 10 and 20 percent, but 40 percent were conservative, putting the...
Tony Lenehan: The emperor has no clothes
My post was not meant to irk the professor along with his academic colleagues. When he admits that the Scottish Jury Research evidence base isn't perfect, in the most significant part that's because Professor...
Shifting Burden in Patent Litigation: Lessons Learned from PTAB Cases
In June 2024, Jones Day provided valuable insights on the shifting burden in patent litigation, specifically focusing on lessons learned from PTAB cases. The information shared should not be taken as legal advice for...
Navigating NIH Intramural Licensing Guidelines: A Critical Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently introduced a new policy regarding licensing inventions made by its scientists. This policy, titled “Promoting Equity in Access Planning,” has raised concerns among stakeholders due to its...
10 Questions: Entertainment Lawyer and Documentarian’s Favorite Bars Revealed
Robert Darwell is a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, working as the head of global media at Sheppard Mullin in LA. He has facilitated deals for major companies like Disney, Amazon MGM Studios,...
Understanding the Liberal Approach of the Supreme Court in Legal Writing
The Supreme Court's Liberal Approach to Legal WritingJill Barton, a former journalist turned attorney and professor of legal writing at the University of Miami, has spent years analyzing the evolution of legal writing, particularly...
Tunisian women’s rights and LGBT activist released from jail
A Tunisian appeals court introduced activist Rania Amdouni from prison on Wednesday. Amdouni was charged with"insulting police and misuse of morals," which ignited concerns from human rights groups over suppression of free speech.She's faced...
Key Updates to NVCA Model Forms: What You Need to Know
The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is known for developing a set of model legal documents used in negotiating VC financing deals. These documents include an amended and restated certificate of incorporation (COI), a...