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Seyfarth Recognized in WIPR’s 2024 USA Trade Secrets Rankings
We’re proud to share that Seyfarth has been named “Highly Recommended” in World Intellectual Property Review’s inaugural 2024 USA Trade Secrets Rankings. This guide highlights the top law firms and lawyers leading the way in trade secrets law across the United States.
This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our team as we…
A Vegetarian’s Thanksgiving: How a Patent and a Restriction Requirement Highlight Inclusivity
Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and—let’s be honest—lots of food. But for vegetarians, it can feel more like a minefield of side dishes. While others enjoy the turkey, vegetarians are often left piecing together a meal that usually consists of mashed potatoes, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, cranberry sauce, and salad. The…
Webinar – What Employers Need to Know Regarding Non-Compete Changes in 2024
Tuesday, December 17, 20241:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mountain10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Pacific
About the Program
Join us for the final installment of Seyfarth’s 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar Series, where our panel will provide practical guidance on navigating non-compete agreements, safeguarding trade…
Webinar – What Employers Need to Know Regarding Non-Compete Changes in 2024
Tuesday, December 17, 20241:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mountain10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Pacific
About the Program
Join us for the final installment of Seyfarth’s 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar Series, where our panel will provide practical guidance on navigating non-compete agreements, safeguarding trade…
The Week in Weed: November 22, 2024
By Susan Ryan
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we see Senator John Thune named new Senate Majority Leader. There’s an update on the DEA re-scheduling hearing. The Nebraska ballot initiative saga continues. And finally, another well-known person is unhappy to be falsely…
Class Action Lawsuit Challenges Noncoverage of Obesity Drugs
By Cat Johns & Jennifer Kraft
Seyfarth Synopsis: As employers consider the rising costs of coverage of semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy in their health plans, a recent class action complaint alleging obesity-related discrimination could be a sign of things to come for more legal challenges. As the use of such drugs explodes in popularity across the country, insurers and health…
Get Your Wallets Ready – The Price of Patents Are Going Up!
Attention, inventors, in-house counsel, and anyone with a vested interest in the world of intellectual property: the USPTO just issued its final rule for patent fees. This is a follow-up to the 2023 proposal—but with a slightly softer landing.
Starting January 19, 2025, the cost of securing those all-important patent rights is going up—because…
Steve Kmieciak and Sara Beiro Farabow to Present Micro-Webinar: “Adapting Standard Construction Forms for Overseas Hospitality Renovations”
On Wednesday, December 11th, Seyfarth attorneys Steve Kmieciak and Sara Beiro Farabow will present the third installment of a series of micro-webinars focused on key legal perspectives and considerations for those operating in the hospitality industry. This session will address key considerations for adapting construction forms for international hospitality renovations, including whether to modify or…
Recent Appellate Court Ruling Serves As a RoadMap For Summary Judgment On Fact-Specific Disability Discrimination Cases
Seyfarth Synopsis: While motions for summary judgment are usually tricky to obtain in fact-laden employment cases alleging discrimination, failure to accommodate, and failure to engage in the interactive process, the Court of Appeal recently handed the employer a complete victory when it affirmed summary judgment on all causes of action on just such a case,…