Impact of Mass Illegal Migration on Native Tribes from Panama to the U.S.
Mass illegal migration from Panama to the United States has been causing a negative impact on native tribes. This issue has been gaining attention as foreign gangs are bringing violence to cities, almost leading...
Philadelphia Enacts COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave
Philadelphia has joined an increasing record of localities to require employers to provide employees paid COVID-19-related sick leave.As of March 29, 2021, employers with employees working in Philadelphia must supply them compensated COVID-19-related ill...
DOJ Launches Corporate Whistleblower Awards Program
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an innovative Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program, aimed at incentivizing individuals to report corporate misconduct that leads to successful forfeitures. This program, announced by the DOJ's Criminal...
Omarosa’s Attorney Accuses DOJ of Intentional ‘Sabotage’ Over Course of Trump-Era ‘Revenge’ Lawsuit
Lawyers for Omarosa Manigault Newman have accused the Justice Department of intentionally preventing her from completing and filing the financial disclosures that she was required to tender after she had been fired at Dec....
Lesley Larg becomes first female managing partner of Thorntons
Lesley Larg has been the first female managing partner of Thorntons.Ms Larg, an IP specialist, takes over from Craig Nicol, who served as managing partner for 10 years, six of which were as joint...
Pilot Program in Washington Allows Nonlawyer Entities to Offer Legal Services
Nonlawyer entities are on the brink of offering legal services in Washington, thanks to a groundbreaking pilot program proposed by the Washington State Bar Association and the Washington Supreme Court. This initiative seeks to...
Is Retirement Investing Based on Luck?
Retirement Investing: A Comprehensive Guide to Securing Your Financial FutureWhen it comes to planning for retirement, the key to accumulating your desired retirement fund balance is not just about saving but also investing wisely....
Key Litigation Trends: ‘Made in USA’ Claims, Revenue Misses, Trump
In the fast-paced world of litigation, trends come and go, but some recent developments have caught the attention of legal experts and analysts alike. From 'Made in the USA' claims to revenue misses and...
FOI: Since 2016, the least used verdict in sexual offences trials has been ‘not...
A freedom of information request revealed that juries returned the 'not proved' verdict in sexual offense trials between 2016-2020.The third verdict of Scotland was used in such cases:75 times between 2015-16
In 2016-17,...
Freshfields Welcomes Former Y Combinator GC to Silicon Valley Office
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, a leading international law firm, has recently welcomed Nicole Cadman as a new partner in its Silicon Valley-based emerging companies group. Cadman brings with her a wealth of experience, having served...
Navigating DEI Challenges: Companies Tread Carefully to Maintain Reputation
In a rapidly changing corporate landscape, the question arises: is corporate America truly committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), or is it merely shifting its focus away from the acronym? The National Legal...
Law Firm Disruption: Regional Stalwart Faces Challenges
Law Firm Disruption: Regional Stalwart Faces ChallengesWelcome to the Law Firm Disrupted, a briefing from Law.com editor Dan Packel that surveys new competitive pressures on law firms and how their managers are coping, plus...
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy’s Actions at the Southern Border
Governor Maura Healy of Massachusetts is facing a challenging situation at the southern border. The state has become a sanctuary for illegal aliens, with a significant number of them residing in Massachusetts along with...
Central NY Judge Faces Removal for Influence on Police at Chaotic Party | Law.com
A New York judge is facing potential removal from her position after being accused of influencing police to arrest four young Black men at a chaotic party. The state's judicial watchdog has recommended her...
Boeing CEO Grilled Over Safety Lapses, Talc Plaintiffs File Medical Monitoring Class Action
Boeing's CEO faced tough questions about safety issues during a recent hearing in Congress. Many of the victims of the Max 8 crashes were represented by Clifford Law Offices and were present at the...
Streamlining Deposition Summarization and Analysis with AI in Litigation
Streamlining Deposition Summarization and Analysis with AI in LitigationGenerative artificial intelligence tools have been revolutionizing the legal industry, particularly in the realm of litigation. Since the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, the focus...
Netherlands violates Eligibility rights: UN rights committee
"The right to nationality ensures tangible security for people, particularly kids", stated Committee member Shuichi Furuya.In what they called"a radical conclusion ", the Committee's first about the best of a child to acquire a...
Vote: Select your top 3 Entrances from Session Cases
To mark the bicentenary of Session Cases this season -- the longest continuous set of law reports in manufacturing in the frequent law world away from the US -- the Scottish Council of Law...
Senate GOP marches Forward on Barrett over Democrats’ blockade
WASHINGTON -- The Senate is poised to get a rare weekend session since Republicans race to place Amy Coney Barrett about the Supreme Court and cement a conservative majority prior to Election Day despite...
UN independent expert asks Incoming US presidentPardon Wikileaks’ Assange
"That is a high cost to cover the guts to publish accurate info regarding government misconduct through the planet".A respectful petition
The UN specialist"respectfully" asked Mr. Assange's launch after seeing him with two separate medical...
Warhol’s Impact on Fair Use in Kat Von D vs. Tiger King: Legal Analysis
In a recent legal battle between celebrity tattoo artist Kat Von D and Netflix's docuseries "Tiger King," the issue of fair use and transformative use post-Warhol has come into question. The Ninth and Tenth...
SEC Revises Terminology for Cryptocurrency Securities | Law.com
SEC Updates Terminology for Cryptocurrency Securities Amid Lawsuit Against BinanceIn a significant development, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revised its terminology regarding cryptocurrency securities in a motion filed against Binance in...
State Court Rules Against Firm’s Arbitration Attempt in $10M Life Insurance Dispute
State Court Rules Against Firm's Arbitration Attempt in $10M Life Insurance DisputeIn a recent ruling by the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Eastern District, a law firm's efforts to arbitrate a lawsuit involving...
Combatting Loneliness in the Military: The Importance of Building Strong Friendships
Loneliness is a common issue faced not only by the police but also by military lawyers. The nature of the military attorney lifestyle often intensifies feelings of isolation. As judge advocates general, these lawyers...
Director’s Statement on Mandatory Notices and POPR in PTAB Litigation: An Analysis
USPTO Director Vidal recently made a decision to vacate an adverse judgement against a Patent Owner in a PTAB litigation case due to the Patent Owner's failure to comply with mandatory notices and filing...
Reconsideration of 1935 Supreme Court Precedent After Trump’s NLRB Firing
A Potential Challenge to a Landmark Supreme Court Precedent: Trump's NLRB Firing Sparks Legal DebateIn a recent turn of events, President Donald Trump's decision to dismiss a Democratic member of the National Labor Relations...
Streamlining Real Estate Management for Law Firms: Onsite Support Services Return to Office
The legal industry has been undergoing significant changes in response to shifts in work practices, real estate needs, and talent demands. The COVID-19 pandemic forced law firms to quickly implement remote work solutions, digital...
Courthouse Explosion: Suspect in Custody, 2 People Injured
Suspect in Custody After Courthouse Explosion in CaliforniaAuthorities in Santa Maria, California, have apprehended a suspect following an explosion at the local courthouse. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday morning, left two individuals injured...
Spencer West expands to Scotland for fee-sharing law firm Spencer West
Spencer West LLP, an integrated fee-sharing law firm, has opened a Scottish practice.David Morton, a former DLA Piper bank and finance partner, will lead the firm's presence here in Scotland. Jonathan More, formerly Fenwick...
Reno homicide suspect Detained near Nevada-Oregon Boundary
RENO, Nev. (AP) -- Authorities in northern Nevada state a defendant in a Reno homicide has been taken into custody within 200 miles (322 km ) away following a chase between officers from several...
Ninth Circuit Rejects Anti-Vaxxer’s Lawsuit Against YouTube: Account Termination Upheld Keyword: YouTube Anti-Vaxxer Lawsuit
Lawsuits against platforms like YouTube by anti-vaxxers rarely succeed, as demonstrated by a recent case in the Ninth Circuit Appeals Court. In this specific case, Dr. Joseph Mercola, a well-known anti-vaxxer, filed a lawsuit...
ABA Rule of Law Initiative Wins Prestigious International Association of Judges Award
ABA Rule of Law Initiative Honored with Prestigious International Judges AwardThe American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ROLI) has been recognized by the International Association of Judges (IAJ) for its outstanding contributions to...
Jury Selection Begins in Tom Girardi’s Criminal Trial | Law News and Updates
Jury selection has officially begun in Tom Girardi's criminal trial. This high-profile case has garnered much attention in the legal community, and now the process of selecting jurors is underway.Tom Girardi, a well-known attorney,...
Maryland Governor Wes Moore Opposes Statewide Immigration Policy
Maryland Governor Wes Moore recently made headlines by opposing a statewide immigration policy. In a statement released on Friday, July 19th, Governor Moore stated that he believes each state should be able to determine...
Amy Coney Barrett hearings Day 4: Republicans reject Democratic effort to delay committee vote
The vote on the Supreme Court nominee is set for Oct. 22.Democrats on Thursday mounted a brief protest to try and delay committee actions on the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to replace the...
Roberts Blames Congress for Strained Relationship with Supreme Court
The strained relationship between the U.S. Supreme Court and Congress has recently come under the spotlight, with Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. pointing fingers at "public officials" for dangerous remarks about the courts. In...
Executive Order Limits Asylum at Southern Border: Key Details & Updates
On June 4, 2024, President Joe Biden's executive action on immigration was revealed by the White House. The new order, effective June 5, 2024, will limit the number of migrants who can claim asylum...
Final Rules on Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Standards: What You Need to Know
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 introduced tax credits for clean energy projects but imposed prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements. Taxpayers claiming these credits must comply with these rules to avoid penalties and loss...
Excessive Fines Clause Violations in Non-Intervened FCA Cases: A Legal Analysis
Excessive Fines Clause Violations in Non-Intervened FCA Cases: A Legal AnalysisThe False Claims Act ("FCA") has long been a powerful tool in combating fraud against the government by imposing treble damages on defendants found...
USPTO Director Review Decisions: Importance and Analysis
In the realm of patent law, Director Review (DR) decisions have become increasingly significant in 2024. This shift in focus from spontaneous DRs to party-initiated DRs has been observed and analyzed by stakeholders in...
Legal Battle: Tenured Professor Sues St. Thomas College of Law for Wrongful Termination
Title: Tenured Professor Files Lawsuit Against St. Thomas College of Law for Wrongful TerminationA tenured professor at the St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law, Lauren Gilbert, recently made headlines after filing...
Thomas Mitchell: Blameworthiness
Thomas Mitchell details a personal injury case exemplifying that accountability frequently comes in shades of grey.As a personal injury lawyer, specialising in representing individuals injured in road traffic crashes, I read with interest the...
LinkedIn Lawsuit: Millions of Profiles Scraped by Singapore Firm’s Fake Accounts
LinkedIn, the popular professional networking site, is embroiled in a legal battle against a Singapore-based firm, Nubela, and its U.S. subsidiary, Proxycurl. The lawsuit, filed in Northern California, alleges that these companies are engaging...
Fraud probe to Rangers was Predicated on Panorama documentary, court hears
A senior detective told a note that a fraud probe to Rangers FC was based on the customs of a BBC documentary, a court has heard.Philip Duffy, 54, a special adviser at Duff &...
Top Lawyers in Miami: 12 Jones Day Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America®...
Jones Day Lawyers Recognized Among Top Attorneys in MiamiIn the legal world, recognition from peers and industry experts is a significant achievement. This year, The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 has named 12 lawyers...
Federal Circuit Dismisses Appeals As Moot – PTAB Litigation Blog Insights
In August 2024, Koss filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Bose, claiming that Bose had violated their ’155, ’934, and ’025 patents. In response, Bose requested an inter partes review of all three patents...
EU citizens are urged to apply before the deadline for settled status
Letters will be sent to tens of thousands of EU citizens living in the UK.Home OfficeThey were warned that they might lose their right of healthcare and employment if the settled status is not...
Foreign Main and Nonmain Recognition Trends in Restructuring: A Comprehensive Overview
The trend of complex cross-border restructurings is on the rise as economies around the world become more interconnected. Many countries have developed advanced restructuring regimes to provide distressed companies and lenders with alternatives to...
SEC Sues Couple, Company, and Promoters in $650M Global Crypto Fraud Case
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently took legal action against a married couple, their company, and some promoters involved in a global cryptocurrency fraud case. The lawsuit alleges that the scheme orchestrated by...
Lawyer Defends Putting Ex-Client’s Girlfriend in Headlock: Self-Defense or Assault?
A recent incident at a town court in Palermo, New York, has led to a lawyer and two others being charged with misdemeanors. Lawyer Salvatore F. Lanza, 66, of the Lanza Law Office in...