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A few weeks ago, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit tried to clarify the obviousness standards for design patents. However, many experts believe that this attempt failed to achieve its goal....

In a recent ruling by the Massachusetts High Court, the application of the discovery rule for social media in legal cases has been explored. The justices emphasized that in social media-related suits, courts must...

The Scottish government has verified judges will be forced to register their financial interests.While judges need to declare relevant interests in a case before them they aren't required to register them before a case...

Massachusetts is facing a significant challenge when it comes to housing costs for migrants. The struggle is real and many are finding it hard to afford a place to live. This issue is causing...

The causes of bodily injuries are legal claims against those who have suffered the injury. Around 1.5 million private lawsuits are filed worldwide, and many people involved in the lawsuits have to pay bills...

AdvocatesDavid NicolsonAndDominic ScullionYou have joinedCompass Chambers.Mr. Nicolson has extensive practice experience, having worked as a defense solicitor for 14 years prior to being admitted to the bar. He has a solid regulatory crime practice, with...

President Joe Biden recently penned an op-ed for the Washington Post, advocating for term limits and a binding ethics code for U.S. Supreme Court justices. He also called for a constitutional amendment to overturn...

Some lawyers are content with their current positions and are not looking to make lateral moves to bigger law firms. According to the fourth annual Lawyer Satisfaction Survey by Law360, a significant percentage of...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently introduced a new rule regarding terminal disclaimers (TD) in patents to address obviousness-type double patenting (ODP) rejections. This rule requires Applicants to assert that...

Insurance Company Seeks $350M Reimbursement for Baltimore Bridge CollapseIn a devastating incident on March 26, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives and injuries to...

Transgender Girls Allowed to Play on Gender-Aligned Sports Teams in 9th Circuit RulingA groundbreaking ruling by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco has opened the door for transgender girls in...

This morning, the Supreme Court overturned a Trump administration gun regulation that banned "bump stocks" under the authority to ban "machine guns." Bump stocks are devices that allow shooters to achieve fully automatic results...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently made a significant ruling in the case of Neonode v. Samsung Electronics, overturning the Western District of Texas district court's decision regarding the...

Former FTX Executive Caroline Ellison Sentenced to Two Years in PrisonFormer FTX executive Caroline Ellison has been sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a major financial fraud scheme. Ellison, who...

Lawyers: Going Beyond the Legal Grind to Show AppreciationIn the fast-paced world of law, where courtrooms are like second homes and paperwork is a daily chore, it's not often that lawyers get a pat...

Shepherd and Wedderburn has appointed Euan Murray as a partner in its construction and infrastructure team. He brings to the firm and its customers 16 years' experience advising on the feasibility, construction and performance...

A full-scale expansion of crisis steps allowed under the Coronavirus Act will likely be debated at the Scottish Parliament following week.These include big changes to the way the court system functions, in addition to...

Attorneys working for Wayfair, a major online home goods retailer based in Boston, have taken legal action against a construction management company called Loc Associates, also known as Generis Collective. The lawsuit, filed in...

Accused police officials may insist on being contested by somebody"of a minumum of one rank superior". Legislation 15 Notice Interviews are the most exciting Part of a Line of Duty episode (despite this annoying tape-recorder...

Law firms are facing a changing landscape when it comes to the path to equity partnership. The journey from being an associate to becoming an equity partner in a Big Law firm is becoming...

**Patent Strategies and Building Strong Relationships: Insights from an In-House Counsel**In the realm of intellectual property, patent strategy plays a crucial role in protecting innovations and fostering growth. This week, our discussion on IPWatchdog...

Military Veteran Alleges Discrimination and Unfair FiringA former staff associate at McCarter & English, lawyer William D. Brown Jr., a former Navy SEAL who served in the Iraq War, has filed a lawsuit alleging...

Michael Humphreys QC has been sworn into office as a High Court judge in Northern Ireland.Mr Justice Humphreys graduated from Oxford University in 1993 and was called to The Bar of Northern Ireland in 1994. He took silk in 2011.His practice...

Modern law firms are under pressure to work faster due to increasing client demands. The key to moving cases along efficiently lies in utilizing law firm technology, particularly by creating and implementing workflows. By...

The latest Australian Financial Services Regulatory Update covers a wide range of legal and regulatory developments, financial services litigation, and regulatory enforcement actions. Here are some key highlights:Financial Reporting and Climate-Related Financial Disclosure: The government...

In the second part of a two-part series, we delve deeper into Dentons' Project Golden Spike and its ambitious goals. In the 2010s, Dentons' firm leaders had a vision to expand into markets that...

Europe is facing the possibility of another influx of migrants from the Middle East, reminiscent of the crisis that occurred between 2015 and 2016. During that time, German Chancellor Angela Merkel made a controversial...

Travis Wimsett, a senior associate general counsel for the American Bar Association, was deeply moved by the migrant crisis happening in Chicago. Families were seeking refuge in police stations and airports as the city...

Mr Justice Clarke, who's held the top judicial place because 2017, is set to retire after this year. He'll turn 70 in October.Justice Minister Helen McEntee will find consent for the constitution of a...

DOJ Concludes Bias Against Law School Grads with Substance Use HistoryThe U.S. Department of Justice recently made a groundbreaking discovery that has sent shockwaves through the legal community in Tennessee. It has been revealed...

Law Firm Surprises Associates with Spring BonusesIn a delightful turn of events, the esteemed law firm Knobbe Martens has recently announced a heartwarming gesture by offering special spring bonuses to their hardworking associates. The...

Alright, so like, there was this whole big thing at the Essex County Courthouse that went down. Apparently, this dude from Ghana who's a member of Parliament said some stuff about a BBC journalist...

Federal Judge in Seattle Cracks Down on Unprofessional Behavior in State Farm LawsuitIn a recent development that shocked the legal community, a federal judge in Seattle has taken a firm stand against unprofessional conduct...

Police departments across the country are facing staffing shortages, leading to concerns about public safety. The Biden administration has been quietly closing asylum cases, raising questions about the impact on immigration. In a tragic...

The SLCC, that is financed through a levy on practising attorneys, has proved controversial because its institution in 2008.This past year, the two SLAS along with the Law Society criticised the SLCC for suggesting...

An inquiry by the judge into the public record about theScottish government'sMinisters today announced that the government will take control of the Covid-19 pandemic by the end the year.Consultation has been opened on the...

Holland & Knight, a prominent law firm, has taken a stand against the Texas handgun ban at the State Fair. The firm has challenged this ban, highlighting the legal implications and potential impact on...

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC) has been actively advocating for the expansion of the march-in rights provision under the Bayh-Dole Act as the intellectual property (IP) community eagerly anticipates...

In a recent incident in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, a judge named Daniel Gaul faced disciplinary action for his treatment of a Black defendant named Arthur Smiley during a 2021 arraignment. Gaul, who is white,...

In a recent ruling that has sent shockwaves through the legal community, Chief Justice Andrew Bell of New South Wales has prohibited the use of generative artificial intelligence in the preparation of legal documents....

Colin Miller discusses recent crackdowns on pharma companies that have violated competition law.The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the UK has issued record fines to a number pharma companies who have broken competition...

Law firms face challenges when recruiting lateral partners due to conflicts that may arise with the incoming partner's clients. A recent incident with an Am Law 200 firm highlighted the importance of addressing conflicts...

The Federal Court of Australia recently made a decision to grant relief to a company under section 1317S of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) after finding that the company had contravened two civil penalty...

Rosalie Chadwick always wanted to be a fighter pilot but not a lawyer. However, because of her stubborn streak, she ultimately chose the second option. She will likely be successful in her role at Pinsent...

Yo, so like, this dude Edward R. Martin Jr., who's like the acting U.S. attorney in Washington, D.C., used to help write Facebook posts dissing a judge who was presiding over a case where...

Shanghai Skyline: A Beacon of Hope Amidst Big Law’s TurmoilIn the bustling city of Shanghai, amidst the towering skyscrapers and vibrant streets, a wave of change has swept through the legal landscape. Over the...

The lord chancellor accepted an expansion to Green's tenure as chair of this body that retains the legislation under inspection for 1 year from 1 August.Green advised that the Gazette that he came to...

Compass Chambersannouncing thatDavid McNaughtanAndCraig MurrayThe Lord Advocate has appointed you to the position of crown counsel.Dorothy Bain, QC.Mr Murray has already begun his appointment, and Mr McNaughtan begins in August.They will not accept any...

Mayor O'Connor Takes a Stand Against Trump's Immigration PoliciesIn a bold move, Mayor Michael O'Connor of Frederick, Maryland, has joined the ranks of Democratic leaders across the nation who are speaking out...

Professor Gary Marchant of Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law recently made a bold prediction about the future of the legal profession. He stated that within five years, it will be...