The rapid advancement of deepfake technology has introduced significant challenges to privacy, security, and the integrity of personal and political reputations. Recognizing these threats, Florida has enacted statutes to address the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in creating altered sexual depictions and political misinformation. Florida Statutes Section 836.13 (effective Oct.…

Martin Shkreli—notoriously known as the “Pharma Bro”—is no stranger to controversy, and the latest involves a one-of-a-kind album from legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan. Now facing down a federal trade secret misappropriation lawsuit for his recent online music streaming activity, Shkreli may be poised to learn the hard way the…

A federal judge in Minnesota denied a motion for class certification by drug wholesalers in a lawsuit accusing EpiPen manufacturer Mylan of overcharging for the medication in an alleged racketeering scheme, concluding that the plaintiffs failed to satisfy certification requirements, including numerosity and commonality. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Tostrud for the District of Minnesota determined…

Addressing underperforming partners is on the to-do list for many law firm leaders around the world, according to a new survey on partner performance management. Roughly two-thirds of firm leaders that participated indicated they intend to act on partner underperformance in the next two years, according to law firm consultancy Edge International’s…

After securing the majority countywide vote in the June 18 runoff election, Judge-elect Victoria Johnson is preparing to trade one robe for another. The Dougherty County Magistrate Court judge is set to join the Dougherty Judicial Circuit Superior Court bench in a full-time capacity as Chief Judge Willie E. Lockette transitions to part-time service.

In recent years, the advent of the social media “influencer” has revolutionized advertising.  Companies often partner with influencers to market their products, hoping to tap into the influencer’s devoted audience. Likewise, influencers create certain content to secure brand deals and attract advertisers. However, this relationship can be fraught with legal…