Litigation

Legal Challenge to 2024 Independent Contractor Rule Postponed

The Fifth Circuit has granted the Trump Administration’s request to postpone oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging President Biden’s 2024 independent contractor rule, signaling possible shifts in DOL policy.

In Crypto-Friendly Decision, 3rd Circuit Sends Coinbase Petition Back to SEC

Read more about why a federal court remanded the SEC’s vague crypto guidelines, potentially ushering in clearer regulatory oversight for digital assets.

FTC Sues John Deere, Alleging Monopoly On Repair Services

Learn more about why FTC is alleging a monopoly against John Deere on repair services by restricting access to software, leaving farmers with higher costs and fewer repair options.

The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) Denies Aylo Freesites Petition, Citing General Plastics Factors

 The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) denied Aylo Freesites’ second petition, ruling that it failed to justify multiple IPR filings against the same patent.

Lawsuit Filed Over Alleged Privacy Violations in Trump Administration’s New Federal Email System

The lawsuit claims Trump’s rapid OPM email system rollout broke privacy laws, risking federal employees’ data and sparking fears of mass layoffs.

Decision in Microsoft Copilot Case Helps Define Use of AI in the Courtroom

When is it appropriate to use AI tools like Microsoft’s Copilot in the courtroom and in other legal work? Read what you need to know about the “Matter of Weber” to guide your team.

How Legal Departments Should Face Workplace Complaints From HR Employees

Workplace complaints from HR employees present unique challenges for the company – and headaches for its legal department. Learn about the best ways to deal with these situations.

Robinhood Settles with SEC Over Multiple Securities Law Violations and Compliance Failures

Discover how the $45M Robinhood settlement with the SEC over securities law violations, compliance failures, and cybersecurity lapses underscores the importance of timely reporting.

New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act Faces Legal Challenges

Learn how New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act sets a bold precedent by imposing sweeping liability on energy firms that fund climate adaptation.

Kraft Heinz, Coca-Cola, General Mills Face Lawsuit Over Ultra-Processed Foods

Read why Kraft Heinz and other companies are named in a lawsuit alleging that addictive, ultra-processed foods made the teenage plaintiff sick.

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