WA Bar News

JUNE 12, 2025

5 The applications of artificial proteins, however, also extend beyond medicine, reaching into fields like energy—where they can serve as catalysts for biofuels—and technology, where they can enable the development of novel materials and biosensors. We will begin with an overview of the patenting process as it applies to artificial proteins.

Energy and Utilities

MyCase

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

It used to be as simple as phone book ads or networking events, but now technology is key to a strong legal marketing strategy. Technology for lawyers has several benefits. Read on to learn what legal technology is available and how you can benefit from it.

Technology

IP Watchdog

APRIL 29, 2025

Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a precedential opinion in In re: PT Medisafe Technologies affirming the Trademark Trial and Appeal Boards (TTABs) application of its test for genericness in color marks.

Precedent

Complex Discovery

JUNE 10, 2025

FY 2025 appears to continue this recalibration trend, with firms engaging in high-value, risk-aware transactions that prioritize synergy, technology integration, and operational resilience. The market has since adjusted with 1,805 filings in 2023, followed by a modest rebound to 2,079 in 2024.

Government and Public Sector

IP Watchdog

MARCH 9, 2025

Preceding the CAFCs decision was an Initial Post-Hearing Brief submitted by the Office of Unfair Import Investigations (OUII) in the matter ofCertain Mobile Phones, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same. Lenovo (United States), Inc.

Telecommunications

Percipient

JANUARY 31, 2025

The post 7 Best Contract Review Tools to Speed Up Your Process appeared first on Percipient - Legal Services Powered by Technology. It makes sure that nothing important is overlooked and can be even more effective when paired with a contract review tool.

Legal Research

IP Watchdog

JULY 31, 2025

Department of Justice (DOJ), Antitrust Division, regarding “how to assess whether a plaintiff alleging patent infringement has demonstrated a likelihood of irreparable harm under the four-factor test for a preliminary injunction under Supreme Court and Federal Circuit precedent.”

Precedent

E-Discovery LLC

JUNE 10, 2025

It is frequently a good idea to review the sales and promotional publications about an opponent’s information technology systems. The Mia Aesthetics court cited precedent that a defendant must make a reasonable effort, assisted by a vendor, to recover or restore relevant and responsive ESI that was lost or deleted.

Discovery

Complex Discovery

JUNE 29, 2025

From Political Isolation to Wartime Leadership Churchill’s most instructive period was not his celebrated leadership during the war, but the extended chapter of political exile that preceded it. By 1929, following his involvement in the Gallipoli campaign and shifting tides in Parliament, Churchill had become an outsider.

Precedent

Complex Discovery

JUNE 13, 2025

This confrontation, sparked by the UK’s demand for backdoor access to encrypted iCloud data, highlights the mounting pressure on technology companies to reconcile user protections with governmental oversight.

Government and Public Sector

IP Watchdog

MARCH 14, 2025

billion to ensure the continuity of NASAs space exploration programs; and German automaker BMW posts a major net income loss for 2024 as demand for new vehicles is sapped by metal tariffs.

Precedent

Complex Discovery

JULY 26, 2025

This unique background positions ComplexDiscovery to provide valuable insights for conflict-related investigations and litigation, where understanding the interplay of technology, data, and geopolitical factors is crucial. Such a measure, however, is not without precedent or risk. strategic objectives.

Government and Public Sector

IP Watchdog

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) today issued a precedential decision affirming a district court’s finding that NextStep, Inc. failed to prove that Comcast Cable Communications infringed its patents.

Expert Testimony

Lawmatics

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Predictive Analytics AI can predict case outcomes based on historical data and legal precedents to help lawyers and clients make more informed decisions about litigation strategies, settlement negotiations, and risk assessment. Lawmatics' new tool, LM[AI] , incorporates breakthrough technology to boost law firm efficiency.

Technology

E-Discovery LLC

MARCH 6, 2025

In In Re: Uber Technologies, Inc. For some of the prior history of Uber Technologies , please see: ESI Protocol Dispute Modern Attachments and the Humpty Dumpty Issue (Apr. The Uber Technologies decision addressed three hyperlink issues and one email threading issue. Passenger Sexual Assault Litigation , 2025 WL 678543 (Mar.

Technology

Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Notably, firms that fully leverage technology may actually see an increase in profitability at much higher rates than others since the pandemic began. In particular, the legal community should not overlook the importance of digital security, especially as offices seek to adopt new technologies. Data Security Is Top Priority.

Technology

IP Watchdog

JANUARY 12, 2022

Is the Supreme Court competent to handle issues dealing with technology? In one decision, the Supreme Court will wax poetically about the need to adhere to precedent, and citing stare decisis, and then overrule well-established, 30-year-old Supreme Court precedent.

Precedent

Attorney at Work

JULY 22, 2021

The gold standard of legal writing is that nearly every sentence in the brief has to have a citation, whether it’s to the evidence in the case, or to the legal precedent, statutes and regulations. It is a much more streamlined process because it is using cutting-edge technology. What’s the technology behind Clearbrief?

Legal Arguments

Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 22, 2021

I love the smell of precedent in the morning.) So, if you are an attorney looking to maximize your revenue potential, it has become essential to focus on processes and manage tasks via workflows across the practice and via appropriate technology tools.

Case Management

IP Watchdog

APRIL 3, 2022

9,336,307 for Engineering Emmy® and technical OSCAR award-winning wireless microphone technology, petitioned the U.S. Zaxcom argued that the CAFC’s precedent in Fox Factory, Inc. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) for rehearing en banc after the court found its original patent claims unpatentable as obvious. 3d 1366 (Fed.

Rebuttal

IP Watchdog

JANUARY 10, 2022

In mid-November, consumer tech giant Apple filed a petition for writ of certiorari asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review the Federal Circuit’s decision to dismiss Apple’s appeal of unsuccessful inter partes review (IPR) challenges to the validity of several patents owned by Qualcomm.

Precedent

IP Watchdog

MARCH 20, 2022

9,336,307 for Engineering Emmy® and technical OSCAR award-winning wireless microphone technology were unpatentable as obvious, but upheld the substitute claims Zaxcom had proposed. Now, Zaxcom has petitioned the court for rehearing en banc, arguing that the CAFC’s precedent in Fox Factory, Inc. SRAM LLC, 944 F.3d 3d 1366 (Fed.

Rebuttal

Lawmatics

JANUARY 23, 2024

Contract analysis: AI technologies, including natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning, are used to analyze and review contracts to identify key terms and potential risks and help ensure compliance. Legal analytics: AI-driven legal analytics tools provide insights into trends, precedents, and the behavior of judges.

Legal Research

Complex Discovery

AUGUST 6, 2024

This milestone decision by Judge Amit Mehta not only underscores Google’s extensive market dominance but also sets a significant precedent for future antitrust cases against major technology firms. Despite this, the initial ruling sets a critical precedent and may lead to significant changes in how Google operates.

Precedent

Attorney at Work

APRIL 15, 2022

Brett Burney ( @BBurney ) is Principal of Burney Consultants LLC , an independent legal technology consulting practice. Brett is a past ABA TECHSHOW Planning Board Chair and a popular speaker on legal technology. . Archiving beneficial precedent decisions of the supreme court and other valuable legal content.

Technology

Attorney at Work

MAY 30, 2022

In this new tips series, the legal technology training experts at Affinity Consulting Group offer straightforward answers to common questions about popular software programs used in law offices. A section’s headers or footers can be the same or different from the preceding section. Each section has its own set of headers and footers.

Exhibits

Law Sites

MARCH 22, 2024

A bit late with this, as it was announced earlier this week, but the International Legal Technology Association, in celebration of Women’s History Month, has named five women as its 2024 Influential Women in Legal Tech. In 2012, Alma founded her own legal technology company. She holds a J.D. from NYU Law and a B.A.

Legal Services

IP Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The CAFC said the district court erred in concluding at Alice step one that the claims were directed to an abstract idea and distinguished the case from its precedent in Yu v. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) today issued a precedential opinion reversing a district court’s invalidation of patent claims challenged by GoPro, Inc.

Precedent

Complex Discovery

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Editor’s Note: Navigating the fine line between thoughtful gestures and ethical missteps in the legal technology industry has never been more critical. As the legal technology industry continues to evolve, the need for clear guidelines on accepting gifts, trips, passes, and donations from vendors becomes increasingly urgent.

Technology

Complex Discovery

AUGUST 20, 2024

As AI technology advances, the ethical and legal frameworks surrounding its use are increasingly challenged, making this lawsuit a crucial step in combating digital exploitation. The outcome could set significant legal precedents, influencing global efforts to regulate AI-driven abuses and protect vulnerable individuals from online harm.

Legal Precedent

Lawmatics

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

How is AI Used in Legal Technology? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in legal technology to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance decision-making for attorneys. AI helps legal professionals find relevant case law, statutes, and precedents by searching and summarizing vast legal databases.

Legal Research

Complex Discovery

AUGUST 4, 2024

Effective August 1, 2024, this legislation introduces a risk-based classification system for AI technologies, ensuring tailored guidelines for each risk category. Interestingly, about 85% of AI technologies are classified under the minimal risk category, thus requiring limited regulation.

Government and Public Sector

CaseFox

JULY 25, 2023

Nowadays technology has become an indispensable tool for professionals across various industries, including the legal sector. The integration of technology in the legal profession has streamlined traditional processes. In this article, we will delve into the transformative impact of technology for lawyers.

Technology

Complex Discovery

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Editor’s Note: In a recent decision, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has set a new precedent for how personal data, particularly sensitive information, can be used in targeted advertising.

Court Rules

Complex Discovery

MARCH 27, 2025

This article unpacks the metrics, trends, and technologies defining todays top-tier firmsand what those mean for the entire legal services supply chain. Legalweek Conference, New York Hilton Midtown, New York, NY, United States.

Technology

IP Watchdog

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Provisur Technologies, Inc. The Federal Circuit reversed the PTAB on claim construction and also found that the Board misapplied CAFC precedent on the level of public dissemination required before printed publications can qualify as prior art. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a precedential decision in Weber, Inc.

Construction

Complex Discovery

JUNE 24, 2024

Despite these adjustments, Apple introduced a controversial “core technology fee” of 50 euro cents for every app download exceeding one million downloads within a year, sparking outrage among developers. These changes included allowing rival app stores on its platform and reducing service fees from 30 percent to 17 percent.

Precedent