Dispute

Federal Circuit Overturns Major Patent Rulings in Apple-Optis Dispute, Calls for New Trial on Infringement and Damages

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Tyler, Texas — In a significant ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has analyzed the procedures surrounding jury verdict forms and evidentiary rules in a legal dispute over standard-essential patents (SEPs) between Optis Cellular Technology and Apple Inc. The case highlights complex issues surrounding jury unanimity, the validity of SEP claims, and the admission of evidence related to fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory (FRAND) settlement terms. Optis brought a lawsuit against Apple in the Eastern District of Texas, claiming infringement of five patents essential to Long-Term Evolution (LTE) technology. The company alleged … Read more

Allegations Surface: Ex-Commissioner Accused of Harassment in Bitter Domestic Dispute

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Cincinnati, Ohio – A legal dispute has arisen involving Michelle Hung, a former Cincinnati city commissioner, who allegedly misused her official position to intimidate her ex-husband’s current spouse. The lawsuit, filed in Hamilton County, outlines claims of harassment directed at the new wife, highlighting tensions from a previous marriage. Hung’s tenure as commissioner is under scrutiny, with claims suggesting that she leveraged her authority in ways that crossed professional boundaries. The ex-wife’s allegations contend that Hung’s behavior created an environment of hostility, impacting not only personal interactions but also potentially influencing public perceptions and discussions … Read more

NASCAR Rivalry Resolved: Legacy Motor Club and Rick Ware Racing Settle Charter Dispute Ahead of 2026 Season

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Legacy Motor Club and Rick Ware Racing have reached a settlement following a legal dispute regarding the sale of a NASCAR charter. The lawsuit arose after Legacy claimed to have purchased a charter from Ware for the 2026 season, while Ware contended that the transaction was intended for 2027. The disagreement centered on which charter owned by Rick Ware Racing was actually sold to Legacy Motor Club. The two teams have now agreed on a settlement that allows Legacy to acquire the charter, though the specific terms of this agreement have not … Read more

UCLA Unions File Suit Against Trump Administration Over $1.2 Billion Fine Amid Ongoing Funding Dispute

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Los Angeles, California – In a significant legal challenge, twenty-one unions and faculty organizations affiliated with the University of California have initiated a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its recent $1.2 billion fine imposed on UCLA. The complaint was filed by the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) amid escalating tensions surrounding campus climate and federal funding for higher education institutions. The legal action comes after the federal government suspended $584 million in research funding for UCLA earlier this year. This suspension was predicated on claims that pro-Palestinian demonstrations, which took place on campus … Read more