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Patent Prosecution Tips in Light of New Prior Art Rule From Dental Monitoring v. Align Tech
Imagine this: You invent a product that is going to revolutionize your business. To protect your product, you file a patent application at the United States Patent and Trademark Office that claims the distinctive properties of your product and fully describes each of those claims….By: Akerman LLP
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New York Court’s A.I. Regulation Did Not Violate Unrepresented Person’s Rights
Unrepresented plaintiff Reginald Bradwell filed a federal lawsuit challenging the New York State court’s A.I. policy. A U.S. Magistrate Judge recommended dismissal without leave to amend. The District Judge agreed. Reading between the lines, it seems that the plaintiff asserted that the New York State court rules on A.I. imposed a duty on him to…
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California SB 623 reshapes medical damages and discovery in rideshare litigation
On June 25, 2026, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 623, which will significantly change the treatment of lien-based medical expenses in California rideshare litigation. The law expands disclosure and discovery obligations and restricts certain financial relationships involving attorneys and medical providers….By: Freeman Mathis & Gary
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Autonomous Vehicles In Germany: Regulatory Framework And Key Developments
2026 has become a significant year in the road to autonomous driving (AD) and Germany holds a key role internationally in legislating for the broader introduction of automated and autonomous vehicles (AVs)….By: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
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[Webinar] Is the Tidal Wave Coming: Will Benzene Litigation Become the Next Asbestos? – October 21st, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT
Join Goldberg Segalla’s Chad Layton and Lauren Behan for an in-depth discussion on the current state of benzene litigation. This interactive webinar will examine important issues to address with corporate defendants, as well as key legal defenses and critical matters to explore with litigation experts….By: Goldberg Segalla
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Key Legislative Changes Impacting New York’s Motor Vehicle Cases
On May 26, 2026, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law sweeping legislation, some of which was aimed at tort reform. In particular, these changes affect motor vehicle cases, including commercial motor vehicle cases, that are filed May 26, 2026 or later….By: Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires &
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‘Maricarmen,’ Whose Eviction Enraged Spaniards, Dies at 87
María del Carmen Abascal, aged and ailing, became a symbol of the country’s housing crisis when she was evicted two weeks ago, prompting mass protests and triggering national elections.
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Man Posing as ICE Agent at Miami Polling Site Faces Felony Charges
Danilo Alves Silva wore an Immigration and Customs Enforcement costume from Amazon at a polling location for the Brazilian presidential election.
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For Twin Brothers Abducted in the Oct. 7 Attacks, Adjusting to Freedom Is a New Challenge
Gali and Ziv Berman were taken hostage when their kibbutz was attacked on Oct. 7, 2023. They were freed a year ago but are still adjusting to freedom and trying to rebuild their lives.
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Canada Halts Plan to Allow Medically Assisted Death for the Mentally Ill
People who have mental illness alone will not qualify for assisted death, but patients who have other conditions and expect to have a cognitive decline can make an advanced request.
