Minnesota Enacts Changes to Tax Laws
Category: Legal Update, NewsOn March 21, 2014, Governor Dayton signed into law an Omnibus Tax Bill that alters the gift and estate tax landscape in Minnesota.
The Supreme Court Decides that False Advertising Standing Requires Economic or Reputational Injury Proximately Caused by Defendant’s Advertising
Category: Legal Update, NewsDoes a plaintiff have standing to sue for false advertising?
$25 Million Jury Verdict Highlights Dangers of Entrusting Third Parties with Trade Secrets
Category: Legal Update, NewsAlthough LBDS obtained a sizeable jury verdict, it couldn’t unring the bell – the competitor still received highly confidential information. The lesson is clear: be careful who you let in the door.
Fredrikson & Byron Continues Growth in Iowa
Category: NewsBret A. Dublinske joins other recent new attorneys in the firm’s Des Moines, Iowa office.
Update on New Maquiladora Requirements
Category: Legal Update, NewsAll maquiladoras must be in full compliance with the new requirements by July 1, 2014.
Fredrikson & Byron Represents Medtronic in its Public Offering of Senior Notes
Category: Client Outcome, NewsFredrikson & Byron acted as legal counsel for Medtronic, Inc. in its recent public offering.
The “AIA Pause Button” for “CBM” Review: Now Functional in Minnesota
Category: Legal Update, NewsA three year old patent suit has been stayed pending review in the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. When granting the stay, the Court expressed “grave doubts” about the validity of the patents.
New USPTO Guidelines for Interpreting Patent Eligibility under Myriad and Prometheus Cases
Category: Legal Update, NewsRead more about the new USPTO guidelines.
Is It Time to Reevaluate Your Patent Licenses? The Supreme Court Strengthens the Hand of Licensees in MedImmune and Medtronic
Category: Legal Update, NewsDoes your patent actually cover your product? Read more and find out.
Making Up For Lost Time: The NLRB’s Ambitious Agenda
Category: Legal Update, NewsFor the first time in nearly a decade, the National Labor Relations Board has its full complement: five members who have been confirmed by the Senate.