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This week, there have been several notable events in the world of intellectual property and beyond. Here are some of the highlights:In a recent case, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit...

Before this season, the tiny leftwing Más País party declared that the authorities had accepted its proposal to pilot the thought. Talks have been held, together with the next meeting anticipated to occur in...

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...

In a recent court ruling, Paul Eric Petruska, former chief trial attorney for Zurich Insurance Co., faced an indefinite suspension for engaging in secret settlement negotiations. The Missouri Supreme Court ruled 6-1 to suspend...

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....

Alzheimer Scotland provides assistance for people living with dementia and also the ECHC supports kids and their families in many different health care settings.The company has an active and established CSR committee including representatives...

Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent law firm with offices in D.C., recently came under scrutiny for allegations of unauthorized access to confidential emails and documents by some of its lawyers. The firm has stated...

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...

The UK is expected to leave the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a move that will have implications for data transfers between the UK, EU and post-Brexit.Oliver Dowden, Digital SecretaryYesterday, we announced our plans...

The 2024 ABA Annual Meeting has kicked off in Chicago with a focus on defending democracy and protecting the rule of law. The highlight of the conference is the first-ever Democracy Summit, which will...

Claire Castles, a partner at Jones Day's Los Angeles Office, has recently been recognized as one of the "Women of Influence" in the Los Angeles business community for 2024. This prestigious accolade is awarded...

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison has recently welcomed a new partner from Kirkland & Ellis in London. This addition comes shortly after another financial regulatory partner made the switch from Kirkland to Paul...

This week, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) made history by invalidating an Amgen patent for the cholesterol-lowering drug Repatha in all 17 member states of the European Union. The lawsuit was brought by rivals...

According to a recent survey conducted by the National Association of Legal Fee Analysis, litigators in Washington, D.C. have the highest billing rates in the nation. The survey found that a quarter of full-time...

The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal brought by a convicted IRA member who claimed that his detention by gardaí was unconstitutional.The applicant, Mr Kevin Braney, had been arrested and arrested by gardaí on...

Law.com has been delving into the world of law through data visualizations, shedding light on critical legal stories. This week, various trends and insights have emerged from the legal industry, providing valuable information for...

Strategies for Midsize Firms to Achieve Growth and SuccessIn a recent conversation with industry leaders, Ari Kaplan delved into the strategies and challenges facing midsize law firms in achieving growth and adapting to the...

Legal professionals often find themselves in the role of a lexicographer when drafting legal documents such as statutes, contracts, and wills. The lexicographer rule dictates that definitions provided by the drafter must be carefully...

Earlier this month, revised versions of this bill were introduced in the House and Senate"to reform national cannabis laws and reduce the public security risk in communities throughout the country." 2Present Status To-date, they've recruited...

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...

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...

A set of Wisconsin lawmakers on Thursday proposed a bill that will require the national anthem to precede any sporting occasion at the nation that receives government cash.These are Republicans.https://twitter.com/SenatorTestin/status/1364936060694913025"Hearing the Star Spangled Banner...

Stephen O'Rourke, QC has been named principal crown counsel. He replaces Alex Prentice, QC.The advocate depute team will be led by Mr O'Rourke, who is just below the rank of the solicitor general and...

Thirty years ago, FAIR found an unexpected ally in The Los Angeles Times opinion page when the late Sen. Harry Reid (D-Nevada) penned a compelling op-ed on August 10, 1994. In his article, Reid...

LGBTQ+ people have had to fight for equality in marriage for a long time. In 2003, when Celia Kitzinger (British citizen) and Sue Wilkinson (Canadian citizen), were legally married in Canada, this inequality became a...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently made a significant ruling in the case involving Sling TV and DISH Networks (DISH), requiring a redo of the analysis for awarding attorney's...

In the competitive world of law, developing a personal brand is essential for standing out and attracting clients. Many law schools do not offer self-branding workshops, leaving graduates to navigate this aspect of their...

Some claim that gambling businesses have switched to bitcoin to make it simpler to engage in questionable or illegal activities. Reputable online casinos are not at all prohibited. They strictly adhere to regional laws....

Coca-Cola, the world-renowned beverage company, is currently facing legal scrutiny over its sustainability claims in the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. This legal battle stems from a lawsuit filed by the Earth Island...

The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision that claims for a software system managing pre-employment background investigations were not eligible for a patent. Miller Mendel, Inc. owns the patent in...

Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. His presidency was marked by significant achievements such as the Affordable Care Act, the Paris Climate Agreement, and the...

A recent ruling by Judge John Porto of the Atlantic County Superior Court has denied Johnson & Johnson's request to disqualify Beasley Allen from leading the talcum powder litigation. This decision comes just a...

Canoo, an electric vehicle company, went public in a de-SPAC transaction in December 2020. However, after the stock price dropped, a stockholder who chose not to redeem his stock sued the SPAC board and...

Kohl's, the popular retail giant, emerged victorious in a recent legal battle over an arbitration clause. The dispute arose after the American Arbitration Association closed the files last year due to Kohl's refusal to...

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...

As the anticipation builds for the 97th Academy Awards this Sunday, movie enthusiasts everywhere are eagerly awaiting to see which legal films will take home the prestigious Oscars. Will Zoe Saldaña clinch the "best...

A decision was made by a three-judge panel at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit regarding a lawsuit brought forth by six women against the sorority Kappa Kappa Gamma. The women...

U.S. District Judge Casey Rodgers of the Northern District of Florida is at the center of a controversy. Recently, a conservative judicial group known as the Article III Project lodged a judicial misconduct complaint...

Greg Lanier, a prominent partner in Jones Day's Intellectual Property practice, has recently been honored by being named to the Daily Journal's prestigious "Top 100 Lawyers in California" list for the year 2024. This...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently made a decision regarding a trade secret misappropriation case involving Alifax and Alcor Scientific. Alifax accused Alcor of misappropriating their trade secrets under...

2024’s Most Engaging LinkedIn Posts RevealedIn a year where the digital landscape continued to evolve, social media platforms like LinkedIn played a crucial role in shaping conversations and sparking engagement. As we bid farewell...

Swapna Reddy, a dedicated advocate for asylum-seekers, has made significant strides in navigating the complex immigration system to provide crucial support to those in need. Her journey began in early 2015 when she volunteered...

A Tennessee woman named Alexis Luttrell recently reached a settlement in her First Amendment lawsuit against Germantown, Tennessee. Germantown tried to give her a citation for keeping up her Halloween skeletons for longer than...

The European Commission is expected to decide this week which information security standards are high enough in the UK to allow private information transfers between the united kingdom and the EU to last.The adequacy...

President Donald Trump's recent executive order targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has set its sights on investigating bar associations for potential civil compliance issues. The order, issued on Tuesday, aims to eradicate what...

On July 22, 2024, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and John Barrasso (R-WY) introduced the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024 (EPRA), a bill aimed at expediting the permitting process for critical energy, mineral,...

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...

Abbott Labs Diabetes Test Strips Case: Magistrate Judge Recommends $54 Million DamagesLast week, a magistrate judge in the Eastern District of New York issued a report and recommendation supporting the entry of default judgment...

Home Daily News Vacation, mistaken filing led to order to… Trials & Litigation April 29, 2025, 2:29 pm CDTMyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's lawyers have recently found themselves in hot water due to a little mix-up that led to...

Several education associations, such as the American Council on Education, have submitted a letter to the U.S. Departments of State and Homeland Security urging faster visa processing for global students before the onset of...