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IP Partners Discuss AI Copyright Ruling in World IP Review
In a recent World IP Review article, Thompson Coburn IP partners Tom Polcyn, Matt Braunel, and Michael Parks discuss the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit’s decision affirming that AI systems cannot be recognized as authors under U.S. copyright law.
Attorney General Bird Issues Report on Sanctuary County Investigation
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird released her report on Winneshiek County Sheriff Dan Marx’s February 4, 2025, Facebook post claiming that he would be a sanctuary sheriff and refuse to enforce immigration laws.
AG's Office Seeks Applicants For Statewide Local Consumer Grant Program
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has announced that it is seeking applicants for its 2025 Local Consumer Program, which provides funding to support statewide local consumer programs that assist residents in addressing a wide-range of consumer issues.
Attorney General Lopez Leads Fight to Stop Trump From Shutting Down the Department of Education
Attorney General Lopez led a coalition of 20 other attorneys general in filing a motion for a preliminary injunction as part of its lawsuit to stop the dismantling of the Department of Education (ED).
Carr’s Consumer Protection Division Warns that 23andMe Data Could Be Sold in Bankruptcy Proceeding
23andMe, a company that collects and analyzes consumers’ genetic information through direct-to-consumer testing, has filed for bankruptcy.
Attorney General Miyares Urges Virginia Consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Jason Miyares is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Virginia joins 50 States and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
AG Nick Brown testifies in support of ‘permit to purchase’ legislation
Attorney General Nick Brown told legislators they can save lives by passing permit to purchase legislation for gun buyers (HB 1163).
Crain’s New York Selects Joshua Kopelowitz to Notable Litigators and Trial Attorneys List
Fox Rothschild congratulates Joshua Kopelowitz on his selection to the 2025 Notable Litigators and Trial Attorneys list by Crain’s New York.
Attorney General Marshall Warns: Protect Personal Data and Delete 23andMe Accounts
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issues warning to consumers about protecting personal information by deleting personal accounts following the announcement that genetic testing company, 23andMe, will be filing for bankruptcy.
Attorney General Griffin Joins Senator Cotton in Washington to Support Cellphone Jamming Reform Act
During a press conference in Washington D.C. , Attorney General Tim Griffin announced his support of the Cell Phone Jamming Reform Act introduced by Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN).
Holland & Knight Advises RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems in Joint Venture with Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Holland & Knight represented RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. and its U.S. subsidiary, RAFAEL USA, in a $175 million joint venture with Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS).
ATRA CEO: 'Public nuisance litigation has become the new frontier for plaintiffs’ lawyers seeking to circumvent traditional liability principles'
Tiger Joyce, CEO of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), said that public nuisance litigation is a new tactic employed by trial lawyers to circumvent traditional liability principles, holding businesses accountable for broad societal...
State Sen. Sharer on Democratic-backed legal reforms: 'Trial attorneys can abuse the system for their own personal gain'
Bill Sharer, a State Senator for New Mexico District 1, has accused Democratic lawmakers of enabling trial attorneys to exploit the legal system for personal and political gain.
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Issues Consumer Alert Regarding 23andMe Bankruptcy Announcement
Attorney Aaron M. Frey issued a consumer alert regarding 23andMe’s recent bankruptcy filing. 23andMe is a direct-to-consumer genetic testing company that collects and analyzes the most sensitive and irreplaceable information about individuals, their genetic code.
'Giant Killa!' law firm fights Beasley Allen lawsuit after partnership blows up in J&J talc bankruptcy
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Legal Newsline) - Disappointment can't be the basis for a lawsuit, a personal injury firm says after being sued by lawyers it once teamed with to push asbestos litigation against Johnson & Johnson.
In Memoriam: The Passing of Our Partner & Friend Jeff Young
With heavy hearts, we regretfully announce the unexpected passing of our colleague, partner, and friend, Jeff Young, on March 26, 2025.
CIANJ Virtual Event -The Shifting DE&I and AI Landscape: Key Trends and Insights on April 1, 2025
On April 1, Ann-Marie Luciano will join a panel of experts for a Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey virtual event to discuss the shifting landscape of DEI and how artificial intelligence is influencing these practices.Click here for more information and to RSVP.
Attorney General Introduces Newest Team Member for Internet Crimes Against Children Unit
Attorney General Raúl Labrador introduced the newest member of his ICAC Unit – K-9 Badger, a two-year-old English Labrador (no relation).
Amy Cheng Named To Atlanta Board of Education Ethics Commission
Atlanta litigation partner, Amy B. Cheng, has been appointed to Atlanta’s Board of Education Ethics Commission.
Victim assistance grant opportunities open for application $2.5 million available for programs serving victims of crime
Six grant programs serving victims of crime across Kansas are open for application, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced.