There is a “broader kind of illness at DOJ, said John Keller, who once led the DOJ's Public Corruption Unit before resigning in February 2025 alongside several DOJ officials over a directive to end the prosecution of Eric Adams.       There is a “broader kind of...

As is common each year, the allegations made most frequently were related to the merits of a decision or ruling (with 1,603 allegations), up 400 from 2024. Litigants accounted for 79% of complainants, followed by prison inmates at 16%.       As is common each year,...

A former New York University business school professor may testify as a damages expert for the plaintiffs as the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust case against defendants Live Nation and Ticketmaster proceeds to a jury trial in Manhattan federal court.       A...

CFTC chairman Michael S. Selig appoints veteran prosecutor David I. Miller as enforcement chief as the agency deepens its oversight of crypto and prediction markets.       CFTC chairman Michael S. Selig appoints veteran prosecutor David I. Miller as enforcement chief...

A source with knowledge confirmed to Law.com that a filing from the government to withdraw the appeal may happen as soon as Monday.       A source with knowledge confirmed to Law.com that a filing from the government to withdraw the appeal may happen as soon as...

In statements, the firms quickly celebrated the DOJ's filing for dismissal.       In statements, the firms quickly celebrated the DOJ's filing for dismissal.       

Maurice Edelson is joining the YouTube competitor as it strives to reach profitability and regain the engagement it experienced during the 2024 presidential election.       Maurice Edelson is joining the YouTube competitor as it strives to reach profitability and...

Dominion Capital alleged that BlockFills commingled client assets and concealed heavy losses, seeking damages and an asset freeze after the cryptocurrency lender halted withdrawals.       Dominion Capital alleged that BlockFills commingled client assets and concealed...

This article examines potential defenses in tariff evasion and non-compliance prosecutions and offers practical guidance for counsel preparing to litigate them.       This article examines potential defenses in tariff evasion and non-compliance prosecutions and offers...

As a judicial watchdog agency contends the resignation of a judge during a pending ethics case "should not result in the matter being dismissed as moot," respondent counsel for a former Atlanta judge challenge the notion.       As a judicial watchdog agency contends...

Several major firms, including White & Case and Baker McKenzie, have told staff to work remotely following Iranian missile and drone attacks that are disrupting airspace and financial markets.       Several major firms, including White & Case and Baker...

Adobe said it set Louise Pentland's new hire stock grant "at the level it determined necessary to be market competitive, taking into consideration our emphasis on at-risk versus fixed compensation opportunities, and to make her whole for the significant equity she...

"Be engaged. Be present in the office. Build relationships. Seek feedback. Make time for these things and ask your partners how you can improve. Do not make the same mistake twice. Begin building your network early and stay intentional about staying in touch with...

The proposed regulations should serve as a reminder for employers to think through their classification of workers as independent contractors, said attorney Mark Goldstein of Reed Smith in New York.       The proposed regulations should serve as a reminder for...

Wednesday's verdict, which is expected to increase to $305 million when doubling economic damages under Oregon law and adding a 25% multiplier for punitive damages, is the 16th trial against PacifiCorp.       Wednesday's verdict, which is expected to increase to $305...

Dozens of cases have been filed in the week since the U.S. Supreme Court decision, with many more expected to be filed in the coming weeks and months.       Dozens of cases have been filed in the week since the U.S. Supreme Court decision, with many more expected to...

In Big Law, as with most industries, the ideal scenario is about pleasing the client and keeping business, and Law.com interviews with some of Karp's clients indicate they want him to stay on their matters.       In Big Law, as with most industries, the ideal scenario...

Barry Pollack argued that his Maduro will not be able to receive a fair defense against the narco-terrorism conspiracy case the U.S .has brought against him, if the U.S. government continues to block Venezuela from paying his legal fees.       Barry Pollack argued...

A new line of class actions accuses businesses of transferring data to 'countries of concern' under the DOJ's Bulk Data Transfer Rule.       A new line of class actions accuses businesses of transferring data to 'countries of concern' under the DOJ's Bulk Data...

Legal teams face rising data, regulation, and cost pressures. This webcast shows how to adopt AI responsibly, manage risk, and transform legal into a proactive, data-driven strategic partner.       Legal teams face rising data, regulation, and cost pressures. This...

A New York federal judge refused to send a long-running securities class action against Binance to arbitration, ruling that users who signed up before a 2019 terms update were not bound by a later-added arbitration clause.       A New York federal judge refused to...

The federal appeals court said the six federal worker unions that sued over the executive order failed to show it was likely issued in retaliation for their constitutionally protected public criticism of the Trump administration.       The federal appeals court said...

Attorney, author and journalist David Lat joins Legal Speak's Patrick Smith for a more detailed look at what transpired at Paul Weiss and what happens next for Brad Karp.       Attorney, author and journalist David Lat joins Legal Speak's Patrick Smith for a more...

This past week three appellate judges, all appointees of former President George W. Bush, informed the White House of their plans to take semi-retirement.       This past week three appellate judges, all appointees of former President George W. Bush, informed the...

“If you really want to deeply learn the business, you have to be a part of the business and not just sit in meetings, said Jessica Nguyen, deputy general counsel of Docusign.       “If you really want to deeply learn the business, you have to be a part of the business...

"You need a deep understanding of your craft, clear principles for how you intend to practice, and a genuine understanding of the clients you are serving. This is a service profession at its core. Beyond that, build a structure that can grow beyond you. If the goal is...

Are some legal markets at risk of being oversaturated as Big Law moves in? At this point, there appears to be no shortage of work to go around in some growing markets in the U.S., but a limited talent pool could pose problems down the road.       Are some legal...

The sports-betting company requested to certify an interlocutory appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, asking if a mobile app or its specific features can qualify as a "product" under Illinois' products liability law.       The sports-betting...

The trial is scheduled to last for two to three weeks, with a break on March 11, and will be held at the Phillip Burton Federal Building in San Francisco.       The trial is scheduled to last for two to three weeks, with a break on March 11, and will be held at the...

AccessLex developed the tool in response to the student loan caps and the elimination of federal graduate and professional Direct PLUS loans, as mandated in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.       AccessLex developed the tool in response to the student loan caps and the...

"His exposure is certainly federal prison in addition to significant restitution, fines and things of that nature," a Cole Schotz member and white-collar criminal defense lawyer said of SCOTUSblog founder Tom Goldstein after a Maryland federal trial jury found...

The plaintiff in a high-profile trial against Meta and YouTube who goes by Kaley, or K.G.M., said she became addicted to social media as a child, leading to her depression and body dysmorphia.       The plaintiff in a high-profile trial against Meta and YouTube who...

When the U.S. Supreme Court took down President Donald Trump's tariffs, the justices were able to stay silent on how much deference they owe the president on the emergency declarations supporting the levies, but experts are questioning how long the justices can avoid...

Matthew Menchel, who left the U.S. Attorney's Office in 2007 and spoke and dined with Epstein on multiple occasions between 2010 and 2018, maintains that his private-practice relationship with Epstein was strictly business.       Matthew Menchel, who left the U.S....

Matthew Menchel, who left the U.S. Attorney's Office in 2007 and spoke and dined with Epstein on multiple occasions between 2010 and 2018, maintains that his private-practice relationship with Epstein was strictly business.       Matthew Menchel, who left the U.S....

AI is already undermining some of the most basic relationships within and beyond law firms. The truly “AI-native law firm of the near future will not function anything like today's barely-digitalized, analog-native law firm. So what's a managing partner to...

The plaintiffs claimed they and other workers were required to complete multiple work-related tasks without compensation, including arriving early to pass through security, obtaining and putting on mandatory protective gear, and waiting in line to clock in.       The...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Endangerment Finding underpinned Clean Air Act regulations meant to combat climate change by limiting greenhouse gas emissions.       The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Endangerment Finding underpinned Clean Air Act...

Anthropic does not want its models used for autonomous weapons or for surveillance of Americans, but Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the company to drop its objections by Friday afternoon.       Anthropic does not want its models used for autonomous weapons...

“Anytime there's a merger or a new entrant into the market, that volatility creates movement among lawyers, explained Major Lindsey & Africa partner David Schwartz.       “Anytime there's a merger or a new entrant into the market, that volatility creates movement...

Tom Goldstein, 55, faces a potential years-long prison sentence after a jury returned a verdict finding him guilty on 12 of the 16 counts in the operative indictment.       Tom Goldstein, 55, faces a potential years-long prison sentence after a jury returned a verdict...

Investors' securities claims against Bitcoin%E2%80%91miner IREN collapsed as a New Jersey judge ruled that investors failed to show the company misled the market in the run%E2%80%91up to its initial public offering.       Investors' securities claims against...

In mid%E2%80%912025, the company secured a King County Superior Court order transferring control of more than 75 domains used to market fake five%E2%80%91star reviews and fraudulent seller accounts, its largest website%E2%80%91seizure action to date.       In...

This week on Legal Speak, we preview a Supreme Court Brief discussion about the promise and peril of using AI to litigate cases at the Supreme Court.       This week on Legal Speak, we preview a Supreme Court Brief discussion about the promise and peril of using AI to...

After taking on President Donald Trump as a defendant and achieving a favorable outcome in a copyright infringement dispute, Atlanta entertainment attorney James L. Walker, Jr. reveals why other artists are likely to benefit from his settlement strategy.       After...

Patricia Prezioso of Sills Cummis & Gross said demonstrating that a worker is genuinely a contractor can be tricky, especially if that person is doing work that's the same or similar to work performed by employees.       Patricia Prezioso of Sills Cummis &...

Fitch Even claimed it filed the declaratory action so the court could “declare the rights and other legal relations under federal patent law, but the defendants alleged the firm was attempting to litigate the same issues currently pending in a separate suit filed in...

"[P]rogressive and Circular Board did not cause [Nathan] Roberts' injuries. Roberts caused them," the divided appeals court stated in explaining why the plaintiff lacked standing. "Had Roberts submitted his application, he would have formed the application-stage...