Month: February 2026
Tips for Collegiate Athletes Signing an NIL Agreement
February 2, 2026
Authored by: Joshua P. Astin Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) contracts have become a significant part of the college sports landscape. While these deals offer exciting opportunities, it’s crucial for student-athletes to understand the potential complexities before signing on the…
Read MoreCourt Dismisses Confidentiality Dispute as Moot After Cat was Already Out of the Bag
February 2, 2026
In Re US (CIT Confidentiality) Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit dismissed an appeal over the disclosure of allegedly confidential business information, ruling that the case was moot because the information had already been public for over two…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Says Trade Commission Can’t Keep Everything Secret
February 2, 2026
In Re US (CIT Redaction) Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has affirmed that the International Trade Commission cannot automatically stamp “confidential” on every questionnaire response it receives during trade investigations. The…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Says Massage Device Designs Are “Plainly Dissimilar” Despite Looking Similar at First Glance
February 2, 2026
RANGE OF MOTION PRODUCTS, LLC v. ARMAID COMPANY INC. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit recently affirmed summary judgment of non-infringement in a design patent dispute between two makers of body massage devices. Range of Motion Products, owner…
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