Striking workers who do not take reasonable precautions to protect against property damage are not protected by the National Labor Relations Act, because this is a well-established carve-out, the state tort law claims are not
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The Chicago Litigation Blog, published by Jake Leahy, covers a broad range of litigation topics with a focus on Illinois and federal court decisions. It discusses recent rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court and appellate courts, including cases involving labor law, securities, false claims, environmental regulations, intellectual property, and administrative law. The blog also addresses issues related to trade secrets, non-compete agreements, class actions, and regulatory enforcement. It provides summaries and analyses of significant legal developments affecting litigation strategy and outcomes, particularly in areas such as labor relations, patent and trademark disputes, and statutory interpretation.
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A Review of Last Week’s Opinions
By Jake Leahy
Calcutt v. FDIC (Administrative)
Listen to the Calcutt v. FDIC Decision Syllabus here.
A banker was suspended and fined by the FDIC for actions he took on one financially troubled account. The Supreme Court reversed the Sixth Circuit, reasoning that
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Last Week’s Supreme Court Decisions
By Jake Leahy
The Supreme Court released several new decisions at the end of last week. While the most covered decision was probably where the Court ruled in favor of the photographer and against Andy Warhol, each decision offers a potentially helpful insight
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Tacking Doctrine, “Apple Music,” “Apple Jazz,” and a 1968 Beatles Trademark. Federal Circuit Rules Against Apple in Trademark Priority Case
By Jake Leahy
In a recent case before the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the court reversed the tribunal which it dismissed a case that sought to challenge Apple’s
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