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Apple Dodges $300 Million Legal Bullet as Appeals Court Overturns Patent Infringement Ruling Over Jury Errors

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Washington, D.C. — Apple has successfully challenged a $300 million patent infringement ruling, with a federal appeals court vacating both the infringement finding and damages awarded against the tech giant. This decision highlights the substantial consequences that can arise from procedural missteps in legal proceedings, particularly in high-stakes patent cases. In a 2020 ruling, a Texas jury concluded that Apple had violated several Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) held by Optis. These patents are crucial because they must be licensed on terms that are “fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory” (FRAND) to those wanting to adhere to the … Read more

Kevin Costner’s Lawyer Dismisses Stunt Performer’s Lawsuit, Claims ‘Meritless’ Accusations Amid Set Controversy

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Los Angeles, California – Kevin Costner’s legal team has strongly rejected a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by stunt performer Devyn LaBella, who alleges incidents during production of the film Horizon 2. While Costner is named in the suit, his lawyer emphasizes that the actor is not personally accused of sexual harassment. Marty Singer, representing Costner, stated the claims are unfounded, detailing that LaBella was rehearsing a scripted scene involving no intimate contact. He described the situation as involving only “tugging on a dress” while LaBella remained fully clothed next to a male actor. “Numerous witnesses … Read more

New Federal Legislation on Stablecoins Could Shift Momentum in Do Kwon’s $40 Billion Criminal Case

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New York, NY — Proposed federal legislation aims to clarify the status of stablecoins, potentially designating them as payment-related assets rather than securities. This development could significantly influence the ongoing $40 billion criminal case against Do Kwon, the founder of Terraform. As the U.S. Department of Justice continues its investigation into Kwon, the implications of this legislation are important. Authorities have charged Kwon with orchestrating a multi-billion dollar scheme that led to the collapse of Terraform’s digital assets, impacting investors and the broader crypto market. Currently, Kwon’s case hinges on allegations of fraud and mismanagement … Read more

Maine AG Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump’s Funding Cuts in a Bid to Protect State Resources

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Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey has joined a coalition of states in a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s efforts to restrict federal funding. The legal action claims that the administration has overstepped its authority and unlawfully reduced funding previously allocated by Congress to various states. Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha emphasized in a statement that, prior to the current administration, federal agencies typically did not discontinue grants without substantial justification. This lawsuit is part of a broader trend of legal challenges filed by a group of Democratic attorneys general across the country. The suit … Read more