Legal Research

Supreme Court adds 12 cases to docket, including a Second Amendment sequel

"The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear McDonald v. Chicago, which could determine whether the right to bear arms applies against state and local laws restricting the right, not just federal statutes. The Court also granted review in cases involving Title VII workplace discrimination, and the "material support" law used against those who aid terrorist groups."

Judge Michel calls for more voices in patent reform debate

"Chief Judge Paul Michel, head of the federal patent court, implored a group of Chicago lawyers to voice their views in the congressional debate over patent "reform," lamenting that California technology companies are currently driving the discussion."

Privilege didn't apply to ex-Broadcom executive, 9th Circuit rules

"The 9th Circuit overrules a federal judge, declaring that it was not reasonable for former Broadcom CFO William Ruehle to assume that the attorney-client privilege attached to statements he made to outside attorneys investigating stock options backdating at the company"

.

Michael Jackson estate alleges violations of trademarks, rights of publicity

"Michael Jackson's estate has filed suit against two California organizations that it alleged sought infringing trademarks for phrases such as "King of Pop" and "Thriller" in an attempt to masquerade as a legitimate charity tied to the late pop star. It is the first trademark infringement case for the estate since Jackson's death on June 25."

Atlanta firm shows way to help staff swamped by floods

"Lawyers at Fisher & Phillips are doing their bit to help co-workers affected by the floods in Georgia by donating to the Fisher & Phillips Foundation, a special fund that helps attorneys and staff recover from natural disasters by providing money for such things as living expenses and uninsured repairs"

.