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Tom Girardi's Criminal Trial: Unraveling the Den of ThievesThe courtroom buzzed with anticipation as jurors in the high-profile criminal trial of Tom Girardi began their deliberations. The famed plaintiffs lawyer, known for his charismatic...

Philadelphia Law Firm Snares Half of Holland & Knight's AttorneysIn a significant development in the legal world, Polsinelli has successfully attracted 47 lawyers from the renowned firm, Holland & Knight, with 35 of them...

White House Announcement on Medicare Drug Prices Raises Concerns for Patient AccessThe White House made a significant announcement on Thursday regarding the finalization of negotiations with manufacturers of 10 selected drugs under the Biden...

OpenSea, the largest nonfungible token (NFT) marketplace, found itself at the center of a controversy after receiving a Wells notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The notice alleged that the digital...

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made a bold fashion choice at the recent presidential inauguration, donning a distinctive collar made of cowrie shells. The event, held in the Rotunda of the U.S....

Madrid's Emergence as a Global Arbitration HubIn recent years, Madrid, Spain, has emerged as a significant player in the global arbitration landscape, drawing the attention of international dispute resolution professionals. Despite not having the...

Victims' Compensation Dispute in Norwich Diocese Bankruptcy CaseThe ongoing bankruptcy case of the Norwich Roman Catholic Diocese in Connecticut has sparked controversy and outrage among alleged victims of childhood sexual abuse. These victims claim...

DoorDash, the popular online food delivery service, has recently launched an investigation into the ties between a prominent law firm and the Chicago market. The firm in question, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, is a...

Houston Law Firm Wins Appeal to Sue Over Fake Online ReviewsIn a recent ruling by the Ohio Fifth District Court of Appeals, a Houston law firm has been granted the right to sue for...

Americans Increasingly Seeking Second Passports: Attorneys Report Surge in Dual Citizenship ApplicationsAs uncertainty looms in the United States, a growing number of Americans are turning to lawyers for assistance in obtaining second passports and...

Law firms are gearing up for a hot bonus summer, as more and more firms are expected to follow suit in offering summer bonuses to associates. Elizabeth Soderberg, senior director of a Los Angeles-based...

This week in the tech industry, there have been some significant developments that are worth noting. Here is a recap of some of the key events that took place:Google Found to Have Monopoly in...

Legal professionals are facing a growing challenge of handling increasing workloads with limited resources. The amount of work they need to do is constantly growing, and they are looking for ways to use technology...

Study Abroad Organization Prevails in Legal Battle Amid COVID-19 PandemicAmid the unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent legal battle has shed light on the complexities faced by students participating in...

Legal Battle Over BigLaw Diversity FellowshipIn a recent legal motion, King & Spalding, a prominent law firm, argued that a former law student, Sarah Spitalnick, lacked standing to sue over their summer associate diversity...

Former Bankruptcy Judge Sanctioned for Ethics Violation in Romance CaseIn a recent development, former U.S. Bankruptcy Judge David R. Jones of Houston has been sanctioned for attempting to avoid a deposition by engaging in...

Saul Ewing Team Represents Samsung Bioepis in Amgen Patent CaseA team from Saul Ewing, a prominent law firm known for its expertise in intellectual property disputes, recently made an appearance in the U.S....

The legal industry is experiencing a significant transformation with the rapid advancements in generative artificial intelligence tools. These AI models have become increasingly sophisticated and powerful, revolutionizing the way legal professionals approach their work....

The latest update on EU emergency response policies and regulations (No. 115 | 24 June 2024) focuses on key developments related to the ongoing issues surrounding COVID-19, Russia's aggression against Ukraine, and cyber threats....

Lead counsel in the ongoing legal battle surrounding hair relaxers have recently taken issue with a court order that they believe unfairly limits their potential fees and costs. In a bid to challenge this...

Nevada is embarking on a groundbreaking new approach to bar licensure with a three-pronged plan that aims to revolutionize the way aspiring lawyers are evaluated for admittance to the bar. This innovative strategy, which...

Legal Battle Over Abortion 'Reversal' Protocol Continues in New YorkIn a recent development in the ongoing legal battle over the promotion of an abortion "reversal" protocol in New York, a federal judge has ruled...

The U.S. Supreme Court recently made a significant decision regarding the revised Title IX rules, choosing not to intervene in the Biden administration's efforts to enforce expanded protections for LGBTQ+ students. This decision came...

Jones Day's Family-Leave Policy Discrimination Suit Allowed to Proceed to TrialA federal judge has ruled that two former associates at Jones Day can go to trial on seven claims against the law firm, including...

Navigating Patent Law for Video Games and AI: Insights from a Seasoned Patent AttorneyIn the complex world of patent law, understanding the nuances and intricacies of software patents, particularly in the realm of video...

Uncovering the Secrecy: Concerns Over Judge's Suspension in Legal CommunityThe legal community is abuzz with concerns following the recent suspension of a prominent judge. The circumstances surrounding the suspension have raised questions about transparency...

ABA Lawyers to Celebrate Historic 1924 Visit in UKIn 1924, J. Carroll Hayes documented the significant event of the American Bar Association's first visit to the United Kingdom. This fall, the International Law Section...

A recent ruling by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco has sparked controversy surrounding the mandatory membership in the Oregon State Bar. The court found that the lawyer's association rights...

Navigating the Evolving ESG Landscape: U.S. Investigations PerspectiveThe landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations is constantly evolving, presenting challenges and opportunities for businesses across various industries. In the United States, understanding the...

Attorneys are closely monitoring the cryptocurrency market after a significant drop in global market cap over the past 24 hours. Helen Gugel, a litigation and enforcement partner at Ropes & Gray in New York,...

On July 11, 2024, the United States Senate unanimously passed S.B. 150, a significant piece of legislation that aims to amend 35 U.S.C. § 271(e) by introducing a new provision (subsection (7)) to address...

Johnson & Johnson, a multinational corporation known for its healthcare products, has been ordered to pay a staggering $1 billion for breaches of contract and fraud related to its surgical robotics development. The court...

Precedential Decision on Criteria for Standing to Appeal in CAFCThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) made a significant ruling in a precedential decision last Friday regarding the criteria for establishing...

In a shocking revelation, the Tren de Aragua Gang has been given the 'green light' to open fire on U.S. law enforcement officers. This dangerous authorization raises serious concerns about the safety of our...

**Ensuring Your Pet's Future: How Pet Trusts Guarantee a Good Life After You're Gone**Most dog moms and cat dads accept the hard truth that they will likely outlive their beloved animals. But what happens...

Sam Bankman-Fried, the prominent entrepreneur and founder of FTX, finds himself embroiled in a legal battle with his legal team alleging impediments to his defense. This development has raised eyebrows in the legal industry...

Federal Judge Awards Lawyer $3.3M in Damages for Snowmobile Crash into Army HelicopterIn a recent ruling, a federal judge in Massachusetts awarded $3.3 million in damages to a lawyer for injuries sustained in a...

The White Stripes, a Grammy-winning band known for their iconic rock music, have taken legal action against Donald Trump and his presidential campaign for the unauthorized use of one of their hit songs in...

Amazon's recent legal victory has significant implications for the patent landscape, as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) has approved an Alice step two inquiry at step one. The CAFC's...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) made a significant ruling in a trademark infringement case involving VPR Brands, LP, and Shenzhen Weiboli Technology Co. Ltd. The CAFC determined that the...

Legal Tech Firm's Compliance with Labor Relations Act in Collective BargainingIn a recent development, a Dallas-based legal technology company has successfully appealed a ruling by the National Labor Relations Board that it violated the...

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP recently succeeded in appealing a $107.5 million jury verdict after arguing against the validity of two patents held by Wyeth LLC, a Pfizer subsidiary. The jury trial, which took place over...

Key Insights and Strategies from the July-August 2024 Business Restructuring ReviewThe recent developments in the field of business restructuring have brought forth key insights and strategies that are shaping the landscape of bankruptcy law....

The Ohio Bankruptcy Court recently provided guidance on the amended ordinary course payment defense, which aims to encourage vendors and creditors to continue doing business with financially distressed entities. This defense protects pre-bankruptcy payments...

The recent invalidation of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) guidance on online tracking technologies by a U.S. federal district court has sparked discussions about the impact and implications of this decision....

**The Federal Circuit's Interpretation of 'Obtain' in Patent and Trademark Law**On July 26, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit made a significant decision in the case of Softview LLC v....

AstraZeneca Successfully Appeals $107.5M Patent Infringement Ruling, DOJ Considers Google Breakup, Cox Appeals $1B Copyright Case to SCOTUSIn the world of intellectual property and technology, significant developments have taken place this week that have...

The federal government is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a case that could have significant implications for insurance coverage of preventive care services. The case centers around the constitutionality of the...

FTC's Aggressive Antitrust Approach: Prioritizing Competition, Consumers, and WorkersIn a bold move to challenge the status quo, Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan defended her agency's aggressive stance on antitrust enforcement during a recent...

AI Inventions: USPTO Guidance on Patent Eligible Subject MatterThe landscape of patent eligibility in the United States has been a topic of concern, particularly in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). Stakeholders...