PTO Reverts to Prior Post-Grant Guidelines for Cases Involving Parallel District Court Litigation

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On February 28, 2025, the acting director of the US Patent & Trademark Office (PTO) announced that..
CFTC Launches Innovation Task Force Focused on Emerging Derivatives Issues CFTC Launches Innovation Task Force Focused on Emerging Derivatives Issues

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The BR Privacy, Security & AI Download: April 2026 The BR Privacy, Security & AI Download: April 2026

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Is the FCC Close to Finalizing its New NG911 Reliability Rules? Is the FCC Close to Finalizing its New NG911 Reliability Rules?

Last year, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposed sweeping updates to its 911..
Massachusetts Chapter 93A in Insurance Disputes- Demand Letter Requirements, the Duty to Cooperate, .. Massachusetts Chapter 93A in Insurance Disputes- Demand Letter Requirements, the Duty to Cooperate, ..

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Michigan Estate Planning for Unmarried Partners: Protect Your Relationship and Assets Michigan Estate Planning for Unmarried Partners: Protect Your Relationship and Assets

Unmarried partners in Michigan, whether cohabitating, in long-term relationships, or otherwise..
The Compliance Tightrope: Balancing Uniformity and Precision Across U.S. State Consumer Privacy Laws The Compliance Tightrope: Balancing Uniformity and Precision Across U.S. State Consumer Privacy Laws

I. IntroductionThis article is designed to provide an overview of the current state consumer..
Patenting the Quantum Future – Practical Tips Based on PTAB Decisions Patenting the Quantum Future – Practical Tips Based on PTAB Decisions

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SEC Hits Pause on Cboe's New Disruptive Trading Rule SEC Hits Pause on Cboe's New Disruptive Trading Rule

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Guidelines for the Application of the Tax Incentive for Film and Audiovisual Production Guidelines for the Application of the Tax Incentive for Film and Audiovisual Production

On March 30th, 2026, the “Agreement issuing the Guidelines for the application of the Decree..
GeTtin' SALTy Episode 73 | Washington’s Historic Session: A New Income Tax, a Farewell to the Penny,.. GeTtin' SALTy Episode 73 | Washington’s Historic Session: A New Income Tax, a Farewell to the Penny,..

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Justices seem dubious of government’s argument in criminal venue case Justices seem dubious of government’s argument in criminal venue case

The Supreme Court on Monday considered whether federal prosecutors can try a defendant not only in..
SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, April 1 SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, April 1

This morning, the court will hear argument in the birthright citizenship case, Trump v. Barbara. We ..
Utah Enacts Uniform Electronic Estate Planning Documents Act, Closing Gap in Digital Estate.. Utah Enacts Uniform Electronic Estate Planning Documents Act, Closing Gap in Digital Estate..

Utah has further advanced its leadership in digital estate planning with the enactment of House..
Welcome to The Crypto Zone Part II: What Can We Find Here? Welcome to The Crypto Zone Part II: What Can We Find Here?

We began this series with Part I:Where Are We? by reviewing the background, developments, and..
Council of the EU Approves Conclusions on EU’s Bioeconomy Strategy Council of the EU Approves Conclusions on EU’s Bioeconomy Strategy

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United States: 401(k) Plan Access to Alternative Investments–DOL Seeks to Clarify Fiduciary Duties.. United States: 401(k) Plan Access to Alternative Investments–DOL Seeks to Clarify Fiduciary Duties..

On 30 March 2026, Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule, in response to President..
Token Fraud Decision Sets Limits on Crypto Platform Liability Token Fraud Decision Sets Limits on Crypto Platform Liability

On March 2, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York struck down another ..
Trials- How to Avoid an Outsized Percentage of Fault in Toxic Tort Cases Trials- How to Avoid an Outsized Percentage of Fault in Toxic Tort Cases

The problem: Most toxic tort trials involve only 1-2 defendants, despite the existence of evidence..
Key Insights from the Division of Enforcement’s Panel at the SEC Speaks 2026 Conference Key Insights from the Division of Enforcement’s Panel at the SEC Speaks 2026 Conference

At this year’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Speaks conference on March 20, 2026,..
Supreme Court sides with therapist in challenge to Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy” Supreme Court sides with therapist in challenge to Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy”

Updated on March 31 at 3:08 p.m. The Supreme Court on Tuesday sent a challenge to Colorado’s ban on ..
The Doctor Is In—Breach: Five Pitfalls in Physician Employment Agreements The Doctor Is In—Breach: Five Pitfalls in Physician Employment Agreements

Physician employment contracts are a fact of life for healthcare employers everywhere. But..
E2 Law Podcast: Episode 21 | Natural Hydrogen: The Next Frontier in Clean Energy? Exploring.. E2 Law Podcast: Episode 21 | Natural Hydrogen: The Next Frontier in Clean Energy? Exploring..

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Green Card Approval Case Study: EB-2 NIW Electrical Engineer from Panama Becomes a U.S. Permanent.. Green Card Approval Case Study: EB-2 NIW Electrical Engineer from Panama Becomes a U.S. Permanent..

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Spring at the Office in Germany: Recurring Incapacity to Work and Pollen Allergies Spring at the Office in Germany: Recurring Incapacity to Work and Pollen Allergies

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Washington State Joins Growing List of States Banning Noncompetes Washington State Joins Growing List of States Banning Noncompetes

Key HighlightsWashington to Ban Most Noncompetes: ESHB 1155 renders nearly all noncompetition..
FinCEN Issues Implementation Guidance for the Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule Requiring.. FinCEN Issues Implementation Guidance for the Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule Requiring..

IntroductionThe U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)..
Labor Law Solutions, The Podcast- A New NLRB Board Takes Shape [Podcast] Labor Law Solutions, The Podcast- A New NLRB Board Takes Shape [Podcast]

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Texas Food Label Rule Finalized Despite Ongoing Litigation and Injunction Texas Food Label Rule Finalized Despite Ongoing Litigation and Injunction

On February 20, 2026, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) finalized rules for the..
Mandiant M-Trends 2026 Report: Threat Actors Using AI in Attacks Mandiant M-Trends 2026 Report: Threat Actors Using AI in Attacks

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FBI Warns: Iran Cyber Actors Using Telegram to Push Malware FBI Warns: Iran Cyber Actors Using Telegram to Push Malware

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently released a FLASH warning highlighting malicious..
The AI Knows Too Much: When Employees Feed Trade Secrets into Generative AI Tools The AI Knows Too Much: When Employees Feed Trade Secrets into Generative AI Tools

Every time an employee pastes proprietary source code, a customer list, or a confidential business..
M&A Deals Requiring HSR Filings May Also Require Notice to the Department of War M&A Deals Requiring HSR Filings May Also Require Notice to the Department of War

In February 2026, the Department of War (DoW) issued new guidance implementing the requirements in..
Tips for Drafting Noncompetes- Lessons from a Texas Business Court Decision Tips for Drafting Noncompetes- Lessons from a Texas Business Court Decision

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USPTO Expands & Waives Fees for AI‑Powered Early Patent Search Insights Pilot Program USPTO Expands & Waives Fees for AI‑Powered Early Patent Search Insights Pilot Program

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Company Banned from Marketing Business Opportunities to Settle FTC Charges it Misled Consumers.. Company Banned from Marketing Business Opportunities to Settle FTC Charges it Misled Consumers..

On March 24, 2026, FTC attorneys announced that Air AI will be banned from marketing business..
Luxembourg Financial Services Regulator CSSF Updates Its Position on Crypto-Assets in Investment.. Luxembourg Financial Services Regulator CSSF Updates Its Position on Crypto-Assets in Investment..

IntroductionIn January 2022, we published a client alert1 examining the initial FAQ issued by..
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