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Immigration controls and limits are currently facing intense scrutiny and opposition on a daily basis. The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) is calling for support to uphold our borders, protect national self-determination, and...

Massachusetts is currently facing a challenging situation with migrants, and this has been a trending topic in recent days. The influx of migrants has led to various issues within the state, including the presence...

Top News Stories of 2024: A Year in ReviewThe year 2024 was filled with captivating news stories that drew attention and sparked discussions across various platforms. As we reflect on the past year, it's...

The legal world is abuzz with captivating conversations and thought-provoking insights in the form of podcasts, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. The ABA Journal staff has curated...

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...

Sanctuary cities have been a hot topic of debate in recent times, with many misconceptions surrounding them. It is important to understand that these cities do not necessarily want external help when it comes...

AG's Legal Battle with Religious Group Over Migrant RightsIn a heated legal showdown, the Texas Supreme Court witnessed a clash of perspectives as Ryan Baasch, representing the state, and Amy Warr, advocating for Annunciation...

In a surprising turn of events, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has made a bold move to dismiss all members of two citizen panels that provide advice to the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)....

Bristol is a city that masterfully blends historical richness with modern innovation, positioning itself as one of the UK’s most dynamic and appealing urban centers. Known for its maritime history, thriving creative industries, and...

Morrison & Foerster, a prominent law firm, experienced a significant increase in revenue driven by its intellectual property (IP) litigation practice. The firm's gross revenue surged by 5%, reaching $1.41 billion, while net income...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently upheld a district court's decision that a patent for e-signature technology was not eligible under Section 101. The patent in question, U.S. Patent...

Illegal immigration has been a hot topic in the United States, with many Americans expressing concern about the impact it has on the country. The Biden-Harris administration's open-border policies have led to a significant...

Hogan Lovells and Latham & Watkins, two prominent law firms, have recently found themselves in the midst of a controversial situation. Both firms received inquiries from a U.S. federal agency regarding their diversity, equity,...

Three law students, who are not really sure why this matters, have gone ahead and filed a lawsuit asking a federal court to order the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to withdraw those pesky investigative...

Law firms, the big ones, saw a whopping 11.3% increase in revenue during the first quarter of 2025 compared to last year. Wells Fargo’s Legal Specialty Group did a survey and found this out....

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) has recommended extending the sanctions on Judge Pauline Newman for another year. This decision comes after a year-long investigation into Newman's alleged misconduct.The Special...

So, like, there was this lawyer, right? And he thought it would be super cool to put a big purple dragon watermark on all the pages of a lawsuit he filed in federal court....

FintechZoom.io has been at the forefront of covering how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the financial services industry. As financial institutions adopt AI-driven technologies, they are unlocking new efficiencies, improving customer experiences, and enhancing...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently issued a request for comments seeking public input on the current state of the common law experimental use exception to patent infringement. This request is...

So, like, there's this article by Marcie Dickson, who's like the vice president of communications for the Institute for Well-Being in Law Board and also the president of Tapestry ADR. She's all about calling...

Lawyers' Shenanigans Galore: Ford vs. California Law FirmsThree California law firms are currently embroiled in a legal battle with Ford Motor Co., accused of scheming to inflate fee requests in lemon law cases. The...

Kim Kardashian showed up at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 2, 2025, at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, Calif. Looking fabulous as always, Kim posed for...

A federal judge in Illinois has dismissed a class-action lawsuit against Fiji Water's parent company, The Wonderful Co., alleging the misrepresentation of the product as "natural" due to the presence of microplastics. Judge Matthew...

Passing along wealth by simply leaving your assets to the next generation has become increasingly difficult, making the need to work with an experienced estate planning attorney essential. Connecticut imposes a 12 percent flat...

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft is planning to offer free legal assistance to Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez in New York. The law firm wants to help defend convictions on appeal or handle other legal...

The global trade war has really shaken things up for law firms in the first quarter of 2025. According to a report by the Thomson Reuters Institute, almost every major practice area for law...

In a groundbreaking decision, Missouri 22nd Judicial Circuit Court Judge Michael Noble granted the plaintiff's motion for a new trial on Thursday, highlighting the "widespread misconduct" of defendants Abbott Laboratories Inc. and Mead Johnson....

Travers Smith, a prominent law firm, is making waves in the legal world by announcing the opening of a new office in Brussels to bolster its international competition practice, while simultaneously closing its Paris...

What is a Cat C HGV License? The commonly asked question 'what is Cat C' can be simply answered as the beginning of your HGV career. A Cat C HGV license allows drivers to operate...

Richard Susskind, the tech-savvy author who has been shaking up the legal world with his forward-thinking ideas for almost three decades, recently sat down with Lee Rawles for an episode of the Modern Law...

The New Mexico Supreme Court recently made a groundbreaking decision to overturn Desiree Lensegrav's 2022 murder conviction and prevent a retrial due to severe prosecutorial misconduct and a lackluster defense. The court's ruling highlighted...

The U.S. Department of Justice recently filed a misconduct complaint against a federal judge for alleged "hostile and egregious misconduct" in a case involving an executive order related to gender dysphoria and military troop...

Kirkland & Ellis, a prominent law firm known for its expertise in litigation, fund transactions, and energy and infrastructure, has made significant strides in the past year. With a remarkable 22% increase in gross...

In a recent report by Reuters, it was revealed that some partners at the prestigious law firm Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan are charging an astonishing $3,000 per hour for their legal services. This...

Former BigLaw Practice Chair Accused of Overbilling Clients $3.5MIn a recent ethics complaint filed on February 19, 2025, William Michael Doyle Jr., a former partner at two prominent international law firms in Chicago, is...

In a recent development in the world of patent disputes, Freshfields successfully represented Moderna in a case against BioNTech and Pfizer. The Düsseldorf regional court ruled in favor of Moderna, stating that BioNTech and...

So, there was this whole thing with PepsiCo and Walmart, right? A suit was filed, alleging that PepsiCo was playing favorites by giving Walmart bigger discounts than other customers. Like, not cool, right? It...

Terrance DeAngelo, a former associate at Kline & Specter, is facing a legal battle with his former firm that is heading to arbitration following a ruling from Judge James C. Crumlish III of the...

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has appointed Mike Selig, a seasoned partner at Willkie Farr & Gallagher, as the chief counsel for the agency's new Crypto Task Force. This move marks a significant...

SCOTUS to Revisit President's Power to Fire OfficialsThe U.S. Supreme Court finds itself at the forefront of a significant legal battle involving the powers of the president to dismiss officials within the executive branch....

The recent high-profile prosecution of South Jersey powerbroker George Norcross has sparked controversy over the use of speaking indictments by the prosecution team. Speaking indictments, which lay out charges in a narrative format, have...

Perkins Coie, a prominent law firm, recently made headlines by enlisting the help of Williams & Connolly to challenge an executive order issued by President Donald Trump. The order revoked security clearances for attorneys...

US President Donald Trump and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa met in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The meeting between the two leaders took...

Hey, so I heard this story about a part-time judge in King County, Washington. Apparently, this dude tried to get a parking discount using a fake document with someone else's official stamp and signature....

The U.S. Supreme Court gave the okay to the Trump administration to go ahead and enforce a ban on transgender troops while the legal battle rages on. The court decided to put a hold...

Summary: Acting CFTC Chair Caroline Pham is urging companies with ongoing compliance investigations to submit reasonable settlement offers within two weeks for quick resolution.In a recent move to expedite compliance investigations, Acting Commodity Futures...

In a recent legal battleground, BigLaw firms and prominent lawyers have taken center stage to challenge the Trump administration through a series of lawsuits. The involvement of esteemed attorneys such as Neal Katyal, Seth...

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...

Well, let's dive into this whole partner pay situation, shall we? So, last year, partner pay was off the charts in a good way. But hold your horses, folks! Looks like things might take...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, ALM and Law Business Research CEO Nick Brailey discuss the companies' recent merger while introducing listeners to the man behind the leadership title. Brailey became CEO of ALM...