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Court Upholds Ruling Against Strategist in Copyright Dispute, Denies Expanded Fee Claims for Problem-Solving Charts

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SAN FRANCISCO — A legal dispute involving strategic problem-solving charts has concluded with an unfavorable outcome for Dr. Mary Lippitt and her company, Enterprise Management Ltd. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court’s decision, denying Lippitt’s request to augment her previous copyright infringement award of $8,000 and to claim additional attorneys’ fees. In an opinion released on Thursday, the appeals court determined that Lippitt and her organization failed to demonstrate that the lower court had misused its authority in declining to award those fees. The court’s ruling emphasized that there was … Read more

From UK’s Courts to Astana’s Legal Vanguard: Baron Burnett Charts New Judicial Horizons at AIFC

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Astana, Kazakhstan — Ian Duncan Burnett, Baron Burnett of Maldon, appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) Court in November 2023, brings a rich legal background and formidable expertise, having previously held the position of Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales until earlier this year. Born in Sussex, UK, in 1958, Burnett’s illustrious career began to take shape in his teenage years when he decided to pursue law, a field in which he would later handle several landmark cases and contribute to significant judicial inquiries. Burnett’s legal journey … Read more

Democratic Party Charts Future with New Nominee Amid Evolving Election Legislation Landscape

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Washington, D.C. – As the Democratic Party ramps up its process to select a presidential nominee, significant shifts in election laws across various states are poised to play a critical role. These changes are not only shaping the strategies of candidates but also influencing voter participation and engagement as we approach the upcoming elections. The landscape of U.S. election legislations is witnessing a transformative phase with a number of statehouses passing laws that impact voter registration, early voting schedules, and even how votes are counted. Some of these changes have sparked widespread debates and legal … Read more