Trade

Chinese Court Awards Record Intellectual Property Damages in Groundbreaking Automotive Trade Secret Case

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Beijing, China – A landmark decision by the Supreme People’s Court (SPC) on June 14, 2024, assigned a record-breaking amount of damages for an intellectual property infringement in China, involving a heated dispute between two major domestic car manufacturers. The battle which centered around the misappropriation of technical trade secrets for new energy vehicle chassis has concluded with punitive damages being doubled on appeal. This case, presided over by Judge Chen Wenquan, has not only resulted in a multibillion-yuan award but also set a precedent for intellectual property rights enforcement in China’s rapidly evolving automotive … Read more

Mastering the Waves of Global Trade: Attorney Tiffany Comprés Analyzes Legal Implications Amid Tariff Tumult

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Miami, FL — Tiffany Comprés, a skilled attorney specializing in international disputes, serves as a co-chair for the Pierson Ferdinand International Disputes and Practices group. With her vast expertise in areas such as agriculture, food, logistics, manufacturing, and energy, Comprés represents both U.S. and international companies in complex arbitration and litigation processes. As one of only 51 attorneys board-certified in International Law by the Florida Bar, her work has garnered acclaim, identifying her as a prominent, rising figure in her field. Comprés’s proficiency is particularly evident in global trade law, focusing on the U.N. Convention … Read more

U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Chinese Firm’s Appeal on International Application of Trade Secrets Act

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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal by a Chinese firm over the application of the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016, sparking conversations and concerns about the global reach of U.S. law. The decision effectively lets stand lower court rulings that have weighed heavily on the territorial limitations of the statute, which is central to protecting U.S. businesses against international theft of trade secrets. The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) was enacted to provide a federal legal framework for the prevention of espionage and theft of commercial … Read more

New UK Law Targets Criminals Exploiting Children for Drug Trade, Introducing Tougher Penalties and Prevention Orders

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London, U.K. — The UK will soon implement new legislation targeted at safeguarding children from being coerced into criminal activities, including drug trafficking across county lines, a tactic often used by gangs. This move comes after persistent calls from activists and community leaders for more stringent laws to combat the exploitation of minors. The government, in response to public outcry and detailed reports, is set to introduce measures in the upcoming crime and policing bill. This legislation will categorically make it an offense to use children for criminal acts in England and Wales. The decision … Read more