Pilgrim’s Announces Agreement with DOJ Antitrust Division
NewsPilgrim’s Pride Corporation has entered into a plea agreement with the US Department of Justice Antitrust Division in respect to its investigation into the sales of broiler chicken products in the US.
Dish Network Sued for Patent Infringement
NewsCedar Lane Technologies filed a complaint for patent infringement against Dish Network alleging infringed patents-in-suit through its Movies for Purchase feature.
Bert Greene Named Duane Morris Austin Office Managing Partner
NewsDuane Morris LLP has appointed Bert Greene managing partner of its Austin office.
Noe A. Gonzalez joins Chamberlain Hrdlicka’s Houston Office as Associate
NewsNoe A. Gonzalez recently joined the Houston office of the national law firm, Chamberlain Hrdlicka, as an associate in the Commercial Litigation practice.
Legaltech Leader Raises $60M
NewsLegal technology leader DISCO today announced a $60 million equity financing, valuing the company at $785 million.
Join the Compliance & Ethics Community with SCCE Membership
MembershipAs corporate counsel, it is crucial to be informed and get ahead of changes in regulations and compliance for your organization. SCCE membership provides access to educational resources and conferences to stay current and help you grow in your career.
Aftermarket, Not Afterthought: Patent Strategies for Protecting Aftermarket Parts
WebinarFitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP will present a free webinar, “Aftermarket, Not Afterthought: Patent Strategies for Protecting Aftermarket Parts,” featuring Fitch Even attorneys Jonathan H. Urbanek and Jacqueline L. Thompson.
Legal Guide to Entity Management
InsightsBest practices in legal entity management for General Counsel and Business Lawyers based on what works in over 80 countries.
COVID-19 to Usher in Potentially Drastic Shifts in Supply Chain Management, Foley Research Finds
InsightsFoley & Lardner LLP survey report shows a shift away from China and just-in-time manufacturing models – and toward stability, resilience and adoption of new innovations – among other key findings
Nissan’s U.S. Lending Arm to Pay $4 Million Fine Over Improper Repossessions
NewsNissan Motor Co’s U.S. lending arm agreed on Tuesday to pay a $4 million U.S. fine to settle a government agency’s allegation that it improperly repossessed hundreds of consumers’ vehicles.
Docupace Names Kevin Armstrong as General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer
NewsDocupace, the leader in cloud-based fintech digital operations software for the wealth management industry, today announced Kevin Armstrong as the company’s general counsel and chief legal officer.
Prime Ordered to Notify Drivers $28M Settlement is Legit
NewsA U.S. District Court judge has ordered New Prime to send letters to 30,000 truck drivers to let them know that a $28 million settlement involving the Springfield, Mo.-based trucking company is legitimate.
Opioid Manufacturer Mallinckrodt Agrees to $1.6B Settlement
NewsGeneric opioid manufacturer Mallinckrodt has agreed to a $1.6 billion settlement to resolve a host of lawsuits that arose in response to tens of thousands of deadly opioid overdoses nationwide fueled, in part, by prescription drugs.
Former U.S. Associate Deputy Attorney General Sujit Raman Joins Sidley in Washington, D.C.
NewsSidley Austin LLP is pleased to announce that Sujit Raman joined the firm as a partner in its Washington, D.C. office.
Greensfelder Expands Southern Illinois Office with Addition of Paul Petruska
NewsPaul E. Petruska has joined the Southern Illinois office, based in Belleville, Ill., of Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., as counsel in the firm’s Litigation practice group.
Greensfelder Welcomes Gabrielle Intagliata as Litigation Associate in St. Louis
NewsGabrielle H. Intagliata has joined the St. Louis office of Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., as an associate in the Litigation practice group.
Tyler Greenwood joins Chamberlain Hrdlicka’s Houston Office as Associate
NewsTyler Greenwood recently joined the Houston office of the national law firm, Chamberlain Hrdlicka, as an associate in the Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditors Rights practice.
Two Major Luxury Brands Were Scheduled to Merge, But There’s Been a Hiccup
InsightsVMH Moët Hennessy-Louis Vuitton SE was scheduled to acquire Tiffany & Co. no later than August 24th, 2020, but the merger came to a halt when LVMH failed to even apply for antitrust clearance.
Controlled Compositions Clauses and Frozen Mechanicals
InsightsBMG announced they will be rolling back at least some aspects of what’s called ‘controlled compositions’ clauses in (presumably) their record deals.
Former Federal Prosecutor Jacques S. Pierre Joins US Retirement & Benefits Partners as General Counsel
NewsWe are delighted to have placed Jacques S. Pierre at U.S. Retirement & Benefits Partners as General Counsel.
