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Commercial Contracts

  • September 26, 2025

    Boeing Pushes 9th Circ. To Rethink $72M Trade Secret Verdict

    Boeing has urged the Ninth Circuit to reconsider an August decision reinstating a $72 million jury verdict against the aircraft giant in an electric jet startup's trade secret case, saying the appellate panel decision creates "confusion, conflict, and injustice."

  • September 26, 2025

    Conn. Psych Facility Faces Class Claims Over Data Breach

    A residential psychiatric treatment facility in Connecticut fell victim to a cyberattack that exposed the personal information of more than 5,000 current and former patients and employees, according to a putative class action that alleges The Children's Center of Hamden Inc. was negligent with its data security.

  • September 26, 2025

    Cellectis, AstraZeneca Face IP Suit From Cell Engineering Co.

    A cell engineering company sued pharmaceutical giant Cellectis Inc. on Friday, claiming it had used patented gene-editing protein research technology and purported to license it for use to AstraZeneca.

  • September 26, 2025

    Chemical Plant Spat Must Unfold In NY, NC Court Is Told

    A Swiss chemical technology company urged a North Carolina state judge Friday to toss a suit alleging that it bungled work on a $200 million plant, arguing during a hearing that it is not a construction company as defined in a state law undergirding where the claims can be litigated.

  • September 26, 2025

    9th Circ. Halts Vegas Newspaper Ruling For High Court Appeal

    The Ninth Circuit has stayed its ruling that a long-standing arrangement between the Las Vegas Sun and the Las Vegas Review-Journal is unlawful while the Sun appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court to preserve the pact.

  • September 26, 2025

    Metal Singer Wants Ex-Bassist's 'Break-Up Case' Trimmed

    The vocalist for the Grammy-nominated metal band Hatebreed and the group's business arm have asked a Connecticut state court to strike several claims that the band's founding bassist filed after his sudden termination, including breach of contract and negligent infliction of emotional distress, arguing that they are not adequately supported by facts.

  • September 26, 2025

    Insurers' $9M Deal With Pump Co.'s Trustee Gets Judge's OK

    Chubb's Century Indemnity Co. and ACE American unit Pacific Employers Insurance Co. have received a Connecticut federal judge's approval to pay $9 million to a pump manufacturer's Chapter 7 estate, allowing the insurers to settle claims that The Nash Engineering Co. fraudulently transferred policies meant to cover asbestos claims.

  • September 26, 2025

    Advertisers, Publishers Can Expand Google Ad MDL Markets

    A New York federal judge on Thursday allowed publishers and advertisers in multidistrict litigation over Google's advertising placement technology to expand their claims to cover a worldwide scope, like the U.S. Department of Justice's successful similar case, finding it would not prejudice the tech giant.

  • September 26, 2025

    Justices Urged To Review Suit Over Mich. City Tenant Info Law

    Real estate companies have pressed the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Sixth Circuit decision upholding the dismissal of a constitutional contract claim in their suit against a Michigan city over a law requiring commercial landlords to provide prospective tenant information in order to obtain a license to rent to them.

  • September 26, 2025

    Operator Of NBA's Suns Says Doc Suit Is For Buyout Leverage

    Phoenix Suns franchise operator Suns Legacy Holdings LLC has pushed back in Delaware Chancery Court against two minority owners seeking access to company records, responding that the demands are aimed at pressuring a higher-priced buyout from the NBA team's majority owner, Mat Ishbia.

  • September 26, 2025

    Insurer Cites Contractor Fraud In Nixing Bridal Shop Fire Duty

    A contractor's insurer said it does not owe coverage to a bridal shop that won a $38 million judgment against its policyholder following a fire, telling a New York federal court that the policy was declared void in a separate suit because of the contractor's fraud and forgery.

  • September 26, 2025

    Scholastic Gets $19.5M In Legal Fee Insurance Fight

    A New York federal court has awarded Scholastic Inc. $19.5 million as a money judgment with interest against a unit of Travelers Insurance, following years of litigation over whether the insurer had to cover Scholastic's expenses in a separate trademark and copyright infringement case.

  • September 26, 2025

    Cherokee Nation Cos. Appeal Gaming License Suit To 8th Circ.

    Two Cherokee Nation entities are looking to the Eighth Circuit to overturn an Arkansas federal court decision that dismissed their challenge to a voter-approved referendum that revoked a gambling license in the state.

  • September 26, 2025

    Boeing Calls Polish Airlines' Motion In 737 Case Overbroad

    Boeing is urging a Washington federal court to deny a motion from LOT Polish Airlines in LOT's contract suit over 737 Max planes it leased, saying LOT seeks to admit far more evidence than could be relevant or addressed in the time allotted for trial.

  • September 26, 2025

    Holland & Hart Brings On Perkins Coie Commercial Litigator

    Holland & Hart LLP has added a former Perkins Coie LLP partner to enhance its capacity to handle commercial litigation and advise high-net-worth individuals about a variety of matters.

  • September 25, 2025

    Trump Blesses Deal To Transfer TikTok To $14B US Co.

    President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order greenlighting a proposed deal that transfers the majority of TikTok's U.S. operations to a new U.S.-based joint venture, saying that the divestiture adequately addresses national security concerns.

  • September 25, 2025

    Pa. Justices Say Child Arbitration Invalid Despite Parents' OK

    The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Thursday that parents signing waivers at attractions like trampoline parks cannot bind their children or spouses to arbitration, in twin injury suits seeking to hold Sky Zone liable for two minors' injuries.

  • September 25, 2025

    Hagens Berman Not Very Contrite About AI Errors, Judge Says

    A California federal judge chided attorneys from Hagens Berman on Thursday over what he called a lack of contrition after submitting briefs that contained errors lifted from ChatGPT in a proposed class action against the online platform OnlyFans, saying the attorneys seemed more interested in excuses.

  • September 25, 2025

    Judge Upholds $18M Arbitration Award In Filter Co. Dispute

    A New York federal judge has refused to vacate an $18 million arbitral award issued after a deal to distribute water filters in Asia deteriorated, saying that while it was a "close" question, the award did not violate public policy.

  • September 25, 2025

    Anthropic Judge Greenlights 'Historic' $1.5B Copyright Deal

    A California federal judge on Thursday preliminarily approved a $1.5 billion deal Anthropic PBC struck with authors to end their copyright class action against the artificial intelligence developer, with counsel for the plaintiffs calling it a "historic settlement" that will result in the "largest copyright recovery of all time."

  • September 25, 2025

    Amazon Denied Quick Appeal Of Massive Antitrust Class Cert.

    The Ninth Circuit has rejected a petition from Amazon seeking permission to immediately appeal an order certifying a class of roughly 300 million consumers in a sweeping antitrust case accusing the e-commerce giant of inflating prices through its merchant policies.

  • September 25, 2025

    Judge Grants Limited Sanctions In Sports Betting Secrets Suit

    A Nevada federal judge has granted some sanctions requested by a gambling technology company locked in a trade secrets case, finding that the rival litigant won't be allowed to introduce some evidence.

  • September 25, 2025

    Pa. Justices Allow Utilities To Deny Rivals' Billing For Add-Ons

    Electricity distributors in Pennsylvania can apply add-ons to their customers' bills for things like smart thermostats, line insurance and tree trimming while denying the same "on-bill billing" service to third-party electricity providers, the state Supreme Court ruled Thursday.

  • September 25, 2025

    Cleo AI Military Lending Suit Paused Amid 9th Circ. Appeal

    A Washington federal judge has halted proceedings in an Army staff sergeant's proposed class action alleging Cleo AI Inc. violates the Military Lending Act by employing predatory lending practices through its cash advances.

  • September 25, 2025

    Boeing Asks Chancery To Ground 737 Max Derivative Suit

    Boeing Co. wants the Delaware Chancery Court to throw out a derivative lawsuit that accuses the company's leadership of ignoring safety risks in the wake of a January 2024 incident in which a door plug flew off one of its 737 Max planes.

Expert Analysis

  • Lessons From Liberty Mutual FCPA Declination

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    Liberty Mutual’s recent Foreign Corrupt Practices Act resolution with the U.S. Department of Justice signals that the Trump administration is once again considering such declinations after an enforcement pause, offering some assurances for companies regarding the benefits of voluntary self-disclosure, say attorneys at Paul Weiss.

  • Advice For 1st-Gen Lawyers Entering The Legal Profession

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    Nikki Hurtado at The Ferraro Law Firm tells her story of being a first-generation lawyer and how others who begin their professional journeys without the benefit of playbooks handed down by relatives can turn this disadvantage into their greatest strength.

  • FTC Focus: When Green Goals And Antitrust Law Collide

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    A recently concluded Federal Trade Commission investigation has turned an emissions deal involving major U.S. heavy-duty truck manufacturers that was brokered by the California Air Resources Board into a cautionary tale about the potential for environmental agreements to run afoul of competition rules, say attorneys at Proskauer.

  • How Bankruptcy Law Caps Landlords' Rejected Lease Claims

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    With corporate bankruptcy filings for the first half of the year at a 15-year high, landlords should be prepared for commercial tenants to use the bankruptcy process to reject unwanted leases in order to lessen corporate footprints and improve liquidity, say attorneys at Mintz.

  • Series

    Coaching Cheerleading Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    At first glance, cheerleading and litigation may seem like worlds apart, but both require precision, adaptability, leadership and the ability to stay composed under pressure — all of which have sharpened how I approach my work in the emotionally complex world of mass torts and personal injury, says Rashanda Bruce at Robins Kaplan.

  • How To Address Tariff-Related Risks In Commercial Contracts

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    Companies' commercial agreements may not clearly prescribe which party bears the risks and consequences of tariff-related fallout, but cases addressing common-law defenses and force majeure have one key takeaway, say attorneys at Morgan Lewis.

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    Law School's Missed Lessons: How To Make A Deal

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    Preparing lawyers for the nuances of a transactional practice is not a strong suit for most law schools, but, in practice, there are six principles that can help young M&A lawyers become seasoned, trusted deal advisers, says Chuck Morton at Venable.

  • A New IP Game Plan For College Football Players

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    For college stars navigating their first season under the newly implemented settlement in House v. NCAA and new NFL recruits, securing trademark rights isn't just a savvy business move — it's essential for building and protecting a personal brand that can outlast their playing days, says Ryan Loveless at CM Law.

  • 11th Circ. Ruling Shows Federal Question Jurisdiction Limits

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    The Eleventh Circuit's recent decision in AST Science v. Delclaux shows why it is extremely difficult for litigants to maintain a state law cause of action in federal court under Supreme Court precedent, says Paul Avron at Berger Singerman.

  • From Clerkship To Law Firm: 5 Transition Tips For Associates

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    Transitioning from a judicial clerkship to an associate position at a law firm may seem daunting, but by using knowledge gained while clerking, being mindful of key differences and taking advantage of professional development opportunities, these attorneys can flourish in private practice, say attorneys at Lowenstein Sandler.

  • Associates Can Earn Credibility By Investing In Relationships

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    As the class of 2025 prepares to join law firms this fall, new associates must adapt to office dynamics and establish credible reputations — which require quiet, consistent relationship-building skills as much as legal acumen, says Kyle Forges at Bast Amron.

  • Opinion

    The Fallout Of Drake's Defamation Suit Against UMG

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    Hip-hop duo Clipse's recent comeback was caught in the undertow of the ongoing Drake v. Universal Music Group defamation litigation, which points to the troubling possibility that if labels can be held liable for promoting allegedly defamatory lyrics, they may preemptively sanitize content to avoid lawsuits, says Henry Williams IV at Gordon Rees.

  • Lessons From 7th Circ.'s Deleted Chat Sanctions Ruling

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    The Seventh Circuit’s recent decision in Pable v. Chicago Transit Authority, affirming the dismissal of an ex-employee’s retaliation claims, highlights the importance of properly handling the preservation of ephemeral messages and clarifies key sanctions issues, says Philip Favro at Favro Law.

  • Series

    Quilting Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Turning intricate patterns of fabric and thread into quilts has taught me that craftsmanship, creative problem-solving and dedication to incremental progress are essential to creating something lasting that will help another person — just like in law, says Veronica McMillan at Kramon & Graham.

  • 2 Appellate Rulings Offer Clickwrap Enforcement Road Map

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    Two recent decisions from the Fourth and Eleventh Circuits in cases involving Experian signal that federal appellate courts are recognizing clickwrap agreements' power in spite of their simplicity, and offer practical advice on how companies can sufficiently demonstrate notice and assent when attempting to enforce contractual terms, says Brian Willett at Saul Ewing.

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