Attorney Fees in Copyright Cases, Part IIVoluntary dismissal in copyright cases raises complex questions about 'prevailing party' status and attorney fees under the Copyright Act.
Voluntary Dismissals and Attorney FeesThe interpretation of attorney fees in copyright and patent cases is influenced by circuit splits regarding voluntary dismissals and prevailing party status.
Attorney Fees in Copyright Cases, Part IIVoluntary dismissal in copyright cases raises complex questions about 'prevailing party' status and attorney fees under the Copyright Act.
Voluntary Dismissals and Attorney FeesThe interpretation of attorney fees in copyright and patent cases is influenced by circuit splits regarding voluntary dismissals and prevailing party status.
Judge Slams 'Outdated Precedent,' Awards Big Payday To Plaintiff's AttorneysJudge Frederic Block criticized outdated attorney fee standards, establishing new rates that resulted in a substantial award for the plaintiff's attorneys.
The lawyers who took on Tesla and Elon Musk wanted $5.6 billion for winning the case. In a lawsuit about excessive pay, 'That was a bold ask,' said the judge.Tesla CEO Elon Musk's attempt to restore his $100 billion pay package was denied by a Delaware court, further reducing attorneys' fees for the plaintiffs' legal challenge.
Federal Circuit's "Red Flags" Fee Analysis Under Fire: DISH Seeks En Banc ReviewDISH Network is contesting the Federal Circuit's decision to vacate a $3.9 million attorney fee award, emphasizing reliance on Supreme Court precedents.
Red Flags Waved Off: Federal Circuit Rejects Overzealous Fee Award against PatenteeThe Federal Circuit emphasized the need for clearer standards in determining exceptional cases for attorney fee awards under Section 285.
Federal Circuit's "Red Flags" Fee Analysis Under Fire: DISH Seeks En Banc ReviewDISH Network is contesting the Federal Circuit's decision to vacate a $3.9 million attorney fee award, emphasizing reliance on Supreme Court precedents.
Red Flags Waved Off: Federal Circuit Rejects Overzealous Fee Award against PatenteeThe Federal Circuit emphasized the need for clearer standards in determining exceptional cases for attorney fee awards under Section 285.
Florida Bar ex-president sued by divorce client for $1.1 million. Didn't pay bill, lawyer saysA former client alleges Miami attorney Dori Foster-Morales' legal malpractice caused her $1.1 million loss, while the attorney contends the lawsuit is retaliatory.
Judge cuts Quinn Emanuel's $185M fee, an amount deemed 'astronomical' by objectorsA federal judge reduced Quinn Emanuel's $185M attorney fee, emphasizing the need for fair compensation while ensuring attorneys are incentivized to pursue class actions.
Plaintiffs' attorneys seek $36.8M from the Gibson commission lawsuit settlementPlaintiffs' attorneys seek $36.8 million as their fee in the Gibson copycat commission lawsuit after extensive work in securing settlements.
After city lost case on development rules, it's been ordered to pay attorneys' fees - Austin MonitorTravis County District Judge rules city of Austin must pay $175,000 in attorney fees for failing to notify property owners of development rule changes.