Litigation

Small Posse Of Supreme Court Lawyers Has Outsize Influence

In a special report, Reuters found that a small pool of lawyers have built a cottage industry representing business interests […]

Banks Suing Target Over Data Breach

A district court judge in Minnesota has ruled that a consolidated lawsuit against Target over its massive 2013 data breach […]

Fifth Circuit: Identifying Whistleblower Can Count As Retaliation

The employee said he was horrified when his whistleblowing was revealed and that his colleagues thereafter began to shun him.

If The Contract Is A Shuck, So Is the Arbitration Clause

Companies should be wary of providing a service first and sending the contract later, but if they do, there is a checklist of…

Texas AG Leads 17 States Suing Obama Administration

The Texas attorney general is spearheading a 17-state coalition suing the Obama administration, challenging the president’s executive order easing immigration […]

Third Time Around, Federal Circuit Toes The Line On Abstract Patents

The Federal Circuit finally acceded to what now appears to be the prevailing Supreme Court position and accepted the idea that an “abstract” patent is…

Cross-Border Investigations “Past The Tipping Point”

Cooperation in cross-border investigations has transformed the international business landscape, giving rise to a more problematic business environment and problems […]

American Eagle Settles With Street Artist For Infringement

American Eagle Outfitters has settled after being sued by street artist Ahol – David Anasagasti – over the retailer’s use […]

Class Decertified In A “Natural” Label Lawsuit

This case points to a barrier to certification that many class action defense attorneys have raised: How can plaintiffs prove an injury has resulted from…

SCOTUS Hears Two Trademark Cases This Week

The outcome of these two cases could significantly affect the cost of trademark dispute resolution. The decision in B&B Hardware […]

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