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Patent Eligibility Law Reform

by Nafsika Karavida The Likely Reintroduction of the Patent Eligibility Reform Act The Patent Eligibility Reform Act ("PERA")[1] is expected to be reintroduced under the current Trump administration. Many in the patent law and innovation sectors believe that the administration’s pro-business stance, emphasis on intellectual property rights, and a conservative-leaning Supreme...

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Second Circuit Permits Sua Sponte Raising Of “Fair Use” Defense For Non-Appearing Defendant

By Gregory Feit Consider the following scenario: A professional photographer sues a company for copyright infringement, alleging that the company displayed her copyright-protected photograph on its website without her authorization.  Although properly served with the photographer’s complaint, the company never appears in the lawsuit.  The photographer moves for a default...

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RPJ Sponsors DC/DOX 2025

RPJ is so proud to sponsor DC/DOX and support its incredible program of bold, timely, and thought-provoking documentaries. We’re honored to be part of a festival that champions the power of nonfiction storytelling and the filmmakers behind it. If you’re attending, be sure to connect with RPJ’s Nicole Page and...

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What Happens if You Die in New York Without a Will?

By Jeffrey Blankstein When someone passes away and leaves behind a valid Will, the estate goes through the legal process known as probate.  During this proceeding, the Court reviews the Will to determine whether the Will was properly executed, among other considerations, and if the estate is not contested, issues...

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Happy Pub Day to Tourmaline!

RPJ client Tourmaline’s new book MARSHA, along with the accompanying children’s book One Day in June was published today. MARSHA chronicles the life and legacy of Marsha P. Johnson, the storied gay liberation and transgender rights activist and self-proclaimed drag queen. Johnson was a pivotal part of the gay rights...

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