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August 28, 2024
Calif. Assembly OKs 1st-Of-Its-Kind AI Safety Bill
California lawmakers on Wednesday approved a groundbreaking proposal that would set safety and security standards for large artificial intelligence models.
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August 28, 2024
9th Circ. Revives Atty's Suit Against State Bar Officers
The Ninth Circuit on Wednesday reversed a summary judgment win for Oregon State Bar officers, ruling in a published opinion that a member attorney established that the bar violated his constitutional right to freedom of association when publishing statements he objected to that criticized former President Donald Trump.
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August 28, 2024
RFK Jr.'s Atty In Meta Suit Says He's Still Running, Could Win
A lawyer for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urged a California federal judge on Wednesday to stop Meta from censoring pro-Kennedy posts on Facebook and Instagram, saying his client "remains a presidential candidate" and could "conceivably still win the election," despite his recent announcement that he's suspending his campaign.
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August 28, 2024
9th Circ. Overturns Rule Mandating Sealing Of Health Records
A Ninth Circuit panel found Wednesday that Hawaii state court rules mandating the automatic sealing of medical and health records in civil and criminal proceedings are unconstitutionally overbroad.
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August 28, 2024
Hunter Biden's Addiction Expert Knocked Out Of Tax Trial
A California federal judge on Tuesday barred Hunter Biden's expected addiction expert from testifying in his upcoming trial on tax charges, saying the expert's opinions hadn't been clearly linked to the specifics of Biden's own struggle.
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August 28, 2024
Game-Maker Zynga Can't Ax IBM Patent Ahead Of Sept. 9 Trial
The video game developer behind "Farmville" and "Words with Friends" failed Wednesday to convince a Delaware federal judge that claims in an IBM patent cover ideas too routine for patent protection, allowing the tech giant to bring those claims before a jury trial scheduled for early next month.
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August 28, 2024
9th Circ. Rejects Brady Violation Claim In CWA Conviction
The Ninth Circuit on Wednesday upheld a Seattle barrel cleaning company owner's conviction for dumping chemical-laden wastewater into public sewers, rejecting his argument that federal prosecutors kept information from the jury about the immigration status of a key witness who worked for him.
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August 28, 2024
Cooley, Latham Steer Defense Co.'s $80M VC Funding Round
Parry Labs announced Wednesday that the Virginia-based defense technology company, represented by Cooley LLP, has raised $80 million in its first institutional investment round fueled by Capitol Meridian Partners, represented by Latham & Watkins LLP, and other venture capital firms.
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August 28, 2024
Jazz, Hikma Must Face Bulk Of Xyrem Antitrust Suit
Jazz Pharmaceuticals and Hikma Pharmaceuticals appear bound for trial against most solo insurer and class action antitrust claims over alleged efforts to block generic competitors to Jazz's Xyrem narcolepsy drug, under a newly unsealed California federal court order largely rejecting competing motions for summary judgment.
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August 28, 2024
Calif. Couples Drop FujiFilm Suit Over Destroyed Embryos
California couples who sued a manufacturer of oil used in the in vitro fertilization process claiming the product killed their embryos are looking to drop their federal suit.
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August 28, 2024
Wash. AG Fears Kroger Will Move Goalposts For Merger Trial
The Washington Attorney General's Office told a state court Wednesday that Kroger refuses to commit to sticking with the current terms of its divestiture package in its merger with Albertsons, which the state fears would unfairly "move the goalposts" less than three weeks before a trial on the state's merger challenge kicks off.
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August 28, 2024
The NFL-Approved PE Firms That Can Now Invest In Teams
The NFL made a landmark decision Tuesday to approve private equity ownership of teams, making it the last major North American sports league to bring PE dollars into the mix. It’s not a free-for-all, however; to start, the league selected specific funds that are now allowed to take non-controlling interests in teams. Here, Law360 looks at the approved investment players.
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August 28, 2024
Landlord Says Twitter Changed Tune On Lease After Musk
A Colorado landlord claims it was on the same page with Twitter about the terms of a lease and tenant improvement project until Elon Musk bought the company, when the social media platform suddenly "discover[ed] its new interpretation" of the lease and stopped paying rent.
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August 28, 2024
Yelp Sues Google Over Reviews Self-Preferencing
Yelp sued Google in California federal court Wednesday, targeting the self-preferencing of Google's own local search offerings as illegal monopolization after years of public lobbying against the search giant.
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August 28, 2024
TikTok Lawsuit, Kids' Privacy Bills Push Cos. 'Back To Basics'
The federal government's lawsuit challenging TikTok's policing of kids on its platform and mounting efforts to boost online protections for teens is ramping up pressure on a broad range of website operators, highlighting the importance for companies to think beyond existing legal frameworks to avoid growing legal scrutiny.
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August 28, 2024
IRS Must Reconsider Pair's Ability To Pay Tax Liability
The U.S. Tax Court sent a case involving a levy against a pair of Californians for six years' worth of tax deficiencies back to the IRS' Office of Appeals, saying Wednesday that more work needs to be done to determine the couple's ability to pay.
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August 28, 2024
Calif. Debt Relief Firm Ran Criminal Enterprise, Judge Says
A California bankruptcy judge ruled Tuesday that the defunct Orange County debt relief law firm Litigation Practice Group operated a "criminal enterprise" and possibly a Ponzi scheme, a finding that representatives for the firm's court-appointed bankruptcy trustee say they will use to claw money back from investors.
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August 28, 2024
Sidley Brings On McDermott's LA Litigation Leader
The head of McDermott Will & Emery LLP's Los Angeles litigation practice has moved to Sidley Austin LLP's commercial litigation and disputes department as a partner, Sidley Austin announced Wednesday.
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August 28, 2024
Disney's $8.5B India Media Merger Gets Regulatory Nod
India's competition watchdog said in a statement Wednesday it has conditionally approved the proposed $8.5 billion merger between Disney India's media business and Reliance Industries, after the merging entities reportedly overcame regulatory concerns about their grip on broadcast rights to cricket.
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August 28, 2024
LA Atty Accused Of Bilking Inmates With False Freedom Hope
A Los Angeles attorney accused of raking in thousands of dollars by giving inmates and their families intentionally misleading information about their chances for resentencing after convictions for violent crimes faces an 18-count disciplinary complaint filed this week by the State Bar of California.
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August 28, 2024
Farella Braun Can Pursue Unpaid SVB Fees From FDIC
Farella Braun & Martel LLP can go after the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. for $49,000 in legal fees owed by Silicon Valley Bank's parent after the agency was appointed as the bank's receiver, a California federal judge ruled Wednesday.
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August 28, 2024
Ex-Assistant DA Can't Revive Retaliation Suit At 9th Circ.
The Ninth Circuit declined Wednesday to reinstate a former assistant district attorney's suit claiming he was fired by the city of San Francisco for whistleblowing about what he alleged was misconduct, ruling there's not enough proof he was canned for going to the media with his concerns.
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August 28, 2024
San Francisco NFL Team To Put $200M Into Stadium Upgrade
The San Francisco 49ers plan to spend $200 million to upgrade their Santa Clara, California, stadium with features such as higher-speed Wi-Fi, new concession stands, remodeled luxury suites and upgrades for 13,000 square feet of the stadium's LED screens, the team announced.
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August 28, 2024
Cooley Adds O'Melveny Securities Litigation, Fintech Pro In LA
Cooley LLP has expanded its California team, announcing Wednesday it has brought in an O'Melveny & Myers LLP securities litigation and fintech expert as a partner in its Los Angeles office.
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August 27, 2024
Ex-NBA Star Says Sports Agency Enforced Invalid Contract
Former National Basketball Association player Nemanja Bjelica on Tuesday accused sports talent agency Wasserman Media Group LLC of trying to enforce a representation agreement he never signed after he announced his plans to retire from the league and return home to Europe.
Expert Analysis
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The Current State Of Healthcare Transaction Reviews In Calif.
As of April, certain healthcare transactions in California have been subject to additional notification compliance requirements, and complying with these new rules could significantly delay and discourage some deals, says Andrew Demetriou at Husch Blackwell.
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Big Banks Face Potential Broader Recovery Plan Rules
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's recent call for potentially subjecting more banks to recovery planning standards would represent a significant expansion of the scope of the recovery guidelines, and banks that would be affected should assess whether they’re prepared, say attorneys at Debevoise.
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New Laws, Regs Mean More Scrutiny Of Airline Carbon Claims
Recent climate disclosure laws and regulations in the U.S. and Europe mean that scrutiny of airlines' green claims will likely continue to intensify — so carriers must make sure their efforts to reduce carbon emissions through use of sustainable aviation fuel, hydrogen and carbon offsets measure up to their marketing, say attorneys at Morgan Lewis.
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Recruitment Trends In Emerging Law Firm Frontiers
BigLaw firms are facing local recruitment challenges as they increasingly establish offices in cities outside of the major legal hubs, requiring them to weigh various strategies for attracting talent that present different risks and benefits, says Tom Hanlon at Buchanan Law.
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What Companies Should Consider Amid Multistate AG Actions
The rise of multistate attorney general actions is characterized by increased collaboration and heightened scrutiny across various industries — including Big Tech and gaming — and though coalitions present challenges for targeted companies, they also offer opportunities for streamlined resolutions and coordinated public relations efforts, say attorneys at Cozen O'Connor.
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Atmospheric Rivers: Force Majeure Or Just A Rainy Day?
As atmospheric rivers pummel California with intense rainfall, flooding and landslides, agencies and contractors in the state struggling to manage projects may invoke force majeure — but as with all construction risk issues, the terms of the agreement govern, and relief may not always be available, say Kyle Hamilton and Corey Boock at Nossaman.
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Series
Glassblowing Makes Me A Better Lawyer
I never expected that glassblowing would strongly influence my work as an attorney, but it has taught me the importance of building a solid foundation for your work, learning from others and committing to a lifetime of practice, says Margaret House at Kalijarvi Chuzi.
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Best Practices For Chemical Transparency In Supply Chains
A flurry of new and forthcoming regulations in different jurisdictions that require disclosure of potentially hazardous substances used in companies' products and processes will require businesses to take proactive steps to build chemical transparency into their supply chains, and engage robustly and systematically with vendors, says Jillian Stacy at Enhesa.
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Money, Money, Money: Limiting White Collar Wealth Evidence
As courts increasingly recognize that allowing unfettered evidence of wealth could prejudice a jury against a defendant, white collar defense counsel should consider several avenues for excluding visual evidence of a lavish lifestyle at trial, says Jonathan Porter at Husch Blackwell.
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Opinion
Flawed Fintiv Rule Should Be Deemed Overreach In Tech Suit
A pending federal lawsuit over the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's unilateral changes to key elements of the America Invents Act, Apple v. Vidal, could shift the balance of power between Congress and federal agencies, as it could justify future instances of unelected officials unilaterally changing laws, say Patrick Leahy and Bob Goodlatte.
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How Associates Can Build A Professional Image
As hybrid work arrangements become the norm in the legal industry, early-career attorneys must be proactive in building and maintaining a professional presence in both physical and digital settings, ensuring that their image aligns with their long-term career goals, say Lana Manganiello at Equinox Strategy Partners and Estelle Winsett at Estelle Winsett Professional Image Consulting.
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Emerging Trends In ESG-Focused Securities Litigation
Based on a combination of shareholder pressure, increasing regulatory scrutiny and proposed rulemaking, there has been a proliferation of litigation over public company disclosures and actions regarding environmental, social, and governance factors — and the overall volume of such class actions will likely increase in the coming years, say attorneys at Mintz.
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5 Steps To Navigating State Laws On Healthcare Transactions
As more states pass legislation requiring healthcare-transaction notice, private equity investors and other deal parties should evaluate the new laws and consider ways to mitigate their effects, say Carol Loepere and Nicole Aiken-Shaban at Reed Smith.
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Firms Must Rethink How They Train New Lawyers In AI Age
As law firms begin to use generative artificial intelligence to complete lower-level legal tasks, they’ll need to consider new ways to train summer associates and early-career attorneys, keeping in mind the five stages of skill acquisition, says Liisa Thomas at Sheppard Mullin.
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High Court's BofA Ruling Leaves State Preemption Questions
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Cantero v. Bank of America sheds light on whether certain state banking regulations apply to federally chartered banks, but a circuit split could still force the Supreme Court to take a more direct position, says Brett Garver at Moritt Hock.