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Biden’s “Good Jobs” Executive Order Calls for Enhanced Labor Standards Development

On September 6, 2024, President Biden signed the Executive Order (EO) on Investing in America and American Workers, known as the “Good Jobs EO.” This order aims to define what constitutes a modern “good job”...

Updated Guidance from USPTO on AI and Subject Matter Eligibility

USPTO Releases 2024 Guidance on AI Patent Subject Matter Eligibility The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued its 2024 Guidance on Patent Subject Matter Eligibility, along with new examples for July 2024. Our...

D.C. Circuit: Jury’s Role in Evaluating ‘Take It or Leave It’ Remote Work Offers

D.C. Circuit Reverses EPA’s Summary Judgment on Remote Work Accommodation Claims On August 9, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit overturned a district court decision that had granted summary...

Later-Acquired Expertise Validated: Federal Circuit’s Take on Skilled Artisan Testimony

In a recent decision, Osseo Imaging, LLC v. Planmeca USA Inc., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit clarified the requirements for expert testimony in patent cases, specifically addressing the need for a...

Workday and AI Liability: A Crucial Turning Point?

Recent Legal Developments in AI and Employment: The Mobley Case In the recent case of Derek Mobley v. Workday, Inc., a federal court in California has allowed a lawsuit to proceed against Workday, an HR technology...

One Year Later: The Impact of Students for Fair Admissions on Corporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard dismantled affirmative action in college admissions. While this ruling did not directly address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts outside...

Exercise Caution with Social Media Trends and Trademark Issues 

Navigating Social Media Trends and Trademark Protection  In the fast-paced world of social media, trends like “brat summer,” “coquette aesthetic,” and “strawberry milk makeup” can go viral almost overnight. Despite their brief spikes in popularity...

Navigating Trademarks in the Age of AI Content

The swift advancement of artificial intelligence has significantly altered the digital environment, with AI-generated content becoming more prevalent. This transformation brings both challenges and opportunities for brand owners.  A primary concern is trademark infringement. Recently...

Laid-Off Employees Amplify Their Voices on Social Media

Our DC Employment lawyers have seen that the recent waves of mass layoffs over the past two years have given rise to a new phenomenon: layoff influencers who use social media to share their experiences...

How Law Firms Can Leverage Generative AI for the Future

Generative AI isn’t just another tech trend; it’s a transformative force poised to reshape the legal industry. Just as the Internet revolutionized communication and information access, Generative AI promises unparalleled opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and...
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