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High-Stakes Trade Dress Showdown: MGA Entertainment’s Infringement Case Heads Back to Jury as Willfulness Question Lingers

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SANTA ANA, Calif. — A high-profile trade dress infringement case involving MGA Entertainment and the OMG Girlz musical group is poised to return to a jury for a fourth trial, following a tentative ruling by a federal judge on Monday. Despite MGA’s preference for a bench trial, U.S. District Judge James V. Selna indicated that jurors will re-examine specific aspects of the case. The upcoming proceedings will focus on whether MGA acted willfully in infringing upon the OMG Girlz’s designs. Earlier this year, Judge Selna invalidated a punitive damages award of $53.6 million, initially escalated … Read more

“DNC Chair Ken Martin Heads to Texas as Democrats Unite to Resist GOP’s Redistricting Maneuvers”

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Houston, Texas — Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, is in Houston today to strategize with Texas Democratic leaders on countering Republican initiatives aimed at redrawing congressional maps. A source close to the planning revealed that Martin’s visit includes consultations with Texas State House Democratic Minority Leader Gene Wu and members of the Democratic legislative caucus. The discussions come in anticipation of a special legislative session set to begin Monday, called by Texas Governor Greg Abbott. Redistricting is expected to be a significant agenda item during this session. Democrats believe that Republicans’ efforts … Read more

Community’s Call for Accountability Heads to Court: Judge to Decide on Petition Validity Against Wagoner County Officials

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WAGONER, Okla. — A judge is set to rule on the validity of petitions aimed at launching a grand jury investigation into the actions of District Attorney Jack Thorp and Sheriff Chris Elliott. The determination will hinge on whether the signatures collected by a local group meet legal requirements. The petitioners argue that they have gathered sufficient support, but Thorp contends that the total falls short of the necessary numbers. Supporters of the petition, who gathered at the Pittsburg County courthouse, are anxiously awaiting the judge’s decision. “We seek the truth and demand accountability from … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Shifts Legal Strategy, Heads Back to State Courts Over Talc Product Asbestos Claims

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Following three unsuccessful attempts in bankruptcy courts, Johnson & Johnson has announced its intention to revert to state courts to combat ongoing lawsuits that allege its talc-based products, including talcum powder, were contaminated with cancer-causing asbestos. The company, known for its widespread consumer health products, faces thousands of claims from consumers who assert that exposure to its talc products has resulted in serious health issues, including various forms of cancer. These allegations have persisted for years, prompting the company to seek legal protection through bankruptcy proceedings, an approach that has been … Read more