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Former Congressman Peter Roskam, who leads BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team, provides listeners with a front-row seat to the most important policy and political debates in Congress. In this episode of “The Cloakroom with Peter Roskam,” Peter is joined at the 36th Annual Legislative Seminar in Washington, D.C., by his BakerHostetler colleague former Congressman Heath Shuler and Senator John Barrasso, a Republican from Wyoming. Barrasso, the majority whip, is the No. 2 elected Republican in the Senate and is responsible for counting votes and assuring smooth passage of the GOP’s agenda and nominations. A former orthopedic surgeon, Barrasso serves on the Finance Committee, the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and the Foreign Relations Committee.

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In this episode of AD Nauseam, Amy Mudge and Daniel Kaufman explore the complexities of advertising “free” offers, emphasizing the importance of transparency and compliance with FTC guidelines. They discuss how the term “free” can mislead consumers if not properly qualified, especially when hidden costs or conditions are involved, such as shipping fees or automatic subscriptions. Several FTC cases are examined, including those involving dietary supplements, personal computers, and tax preparation services, illustrating common pitfalls and enforcement trends.

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In this episode, Amy Mudge and Daniel Kaufman welcome Phyllis Marcus, the new Vice President of the BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division (NAD), to discuss her transition into the role and her vision for the future of advertising self-regulation. Phyllis shares insights from her first month on the job, highlighting priorities such as AI-related advertising, influencer marketing, and teen-targeted products. She reflects on her past experiences at the FTC and emphasizes the importance of industry collaboration, transparency, and evolving enforcement strategies. The episode also touches on upcoming initiatives, including a new NAD conference workshop and potential influencer certification programs.

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In today's episode of Contract Crunch: The Impact of President Trump's Tariffs on the Construction Industry, we delve into the intricate world of tariffs and their extensive effects on the construction sector. We'll examine how unexpected changes in material prices influence the contracting phase and the potential challenges and risks. Additionally, we'll provide best practices for clients to ensure successful project delivery in this challenging economic environment.

In a year defined by landmark decisions, impactful announcements and new standards, clarity in the patent world comes as a welcome relief. It arrived via a federal circuit court decision in August 2024 that settled certain facts related to obviousness-type double patenting (ODP), though BakerHostetler attorneys warn patentees to remain cautious.

In BakerHostetler's second annual IP Perspectives (BHIPP) thought leadership piece, the Intellectual Property Practice Group highlights a myriad of IP-related topics that are at the forefront of industry developments and current challenges and trends.

In this episode, hosts Amy Mudge and Daniel Kaufman discuss various health-related cases involving medical devices and FTC rulings. They delve into notable cases such as the QRay bracelet, which claimed pain relief through ionization, and the ViaTek mosquito shield band, which purported to repel mosquitoes. They also cover the MSA 30X Sound Amplifier and a blood pressure measuring app, highlighting the importance of substantiation for health claims and the FTC's rigorous standards. The episode emphasizes the necessity for reliable scientific evidence in advertising health-related products and the implications of making strong claims without adequate proof.

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The legal landscape quaked, and clients and counsel continue to navigate the tremors. More than 40 years of precedent was upended in May 2024 when a federal circuit court struck down the Rosen-Durling test for assessing obviousness of design patents, sending BakerHostetler attorneys into overdrive as they guide patent owners and challengers in how to obtain and enforce design patents amid the LKQ decision’s more-flexible obviousness analysis.

In BakerHostetler's second annual IP Perspectives (BHIPP) thought leadership piece, the Intellectual Property Practice Group highlights a myriad of IP-related topics that are at the forefront of industry developments and current challenges and trends.

On today’s episode of Rev Up!, our host, Ashley Hess, a partner and co-leader of BakerHostetler’s Automotive/Mobility Industry Team, is discussing Artificial Intelligence and questions business owners, CEOs and managers should have top of mind as Artificial Intelligence improves and drives the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Ashley is joined by BakerHostetler partner Theresa Weisenberger, co-leader of BakerHostetler’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) practice.

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The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office had a busy summer in 2024. Businesses and individuals with AI and software-based inventions paid particularly close attention to the agency when, in July, it released updated guidance on how patent examiners should evaluate related claims for patent subject matter eligibility.

In BakerHostetler's second annual IP Perspectives (BHIPP) thought leadership piece, the Intellectual Property Practice Group highlights a myriad of IP-related topics that are at the forefront of industry developments and current challenges and trends.

Consider trade secret enforcement your armor on the battlefields of IP. Given greater exposure to cybersecurity breaches and data theft, a murky future for employee noncompete agreements, AI algorithms that challenge the integrity of trade secrets – trends suggest businesses will require robust and proactive IP strategies, including an increase in trade secret litigation and internal protection, compliance, and more. Trade secret trends are expected to undergo a significant shift as organizations adapt to expanded trade secret protection, a potential ban on noncompetes, cybersecurity breaches and data threats, new technologies, and changes in the legal landscape.

In BakerHostetler's second annual IP Perspectives (BHIPP) thought leadership piece, the Intellectual Property Practice Group highlights a myriad of IP-related topics that are at the forefront of industry developments and current challenges and trends.