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US Patent Office Chief Kathi Vidal to Depart, Returns to Private Sector Ahead of Presidential Transition

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Washington, D.C. – Kathi Vidal, current head of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a former intellectual property lawyer in Silicon Valley, is set to leave her federal position next month, transitioning back to the private sector. Vidal, appointed by President Joe Biden, has served as the undersecretary of commerce for intellectual property since her confirmation in 2022. Her departure coincides with the anticipated inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, sparking interest about the timing and implications of her transition. Deputy Director Derrick Brent will step in as interim head following Vidal’s … Read more

Big Law Braces for Boom in Business as GOP-Led Congress Shifts Investigative Focus to Private Sector

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WASHINGTON — As Republicans look forward to governing with control of both the White House and Congress in 2025, leaders of big law firms are gearing up for a busier season, especially in their Congressional investigation practices. Despite a probable slow start due to other priorities, such as confirmations and legislative activities, attorneys anticipate an uptick in investigations, particularly those targeting private sector practices. The landscape of Congressional oversight is expected to shift substantially, with Democratic executive branches traditionally being the primary focus, paving the way for increased scrutiny on corporate America. Industries and companies … Read more

Harvey Weinstein’s Retrial Postponed to 2023, Defense Seeks Private Investigator in Strategic Move

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Los Angeles, California — A retrial for disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has been rescheduled for the next year, as his defense attorney, Mark Werksman, seeks to enlist the aid of a private investigator. The retrial, initially set for this month, will delve into accusations of sexual assault involving five women, which allegedly took place in hotels in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Weinstein, 71, is currently serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison after being convicted in 2020 for rape and sexual assault. This conviction marked a significant development in the #MeToo … Read more

Harvey Weinstein’s Retrial Postponed to Next Year, Defense Seeks Private Investigator to Bolster Case

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Los Angeles — The retrial of Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood mogul who fell from grace amid sprawling allegations of sexual misconduct, has been rescheduled for the upcoming year. The delay stems from Weinstein’s defense team’s strategy to introduce new evidences in the case, which includes plans to employ a private investigator. Weinstein, 70, faces charges in Los Angeles after dozens of women came forward with accusations ranging from inappropriate behavior to rape, marking him as a central figure in the #MeToo movement that swept through the entertainment industry and beyond. His retrial was initially … Read more