When individuals hear a celebrity is being sued over song lyrics, it can sound like tabloid fodder – something not to be taken very seriously.

In 2024, the Frida Kahlo Corporation (FKC) filed lawsuits in federal court against a number of online sellers for selling unlicensed products bearing Frida Kahlo's name, likeness, or motifs in violation of trademark rights.

As artificial intelligence reshapes corporate marketing, .ai domain names have become prime digital real estate worth millions. A recent WIPO ruling in a high-profile dispute between a combat sports brand and a domain investor reveals critical lessons about trademark rights, bad faith claims, and the limits of domain seizure policies in the booming AI domain market.

When a BTS hit single shares its title and core elements with an unreleased demo, the resulting federal copyright lawsuit becomes a critical case study in proving access through digital paper trails, substantial similarity analysis, and supply-chain liability in the modern music industry. The dispute highlights how digital sharing platforms have transformed copyright litigation by generating precise evidence of access, while raising crucial questions about independent creation defenses and the legal respons

If you're an employer or foreign national navigating or interested in Administrative Processing related to a Visa processing, this is a must-read.

The federal government shutdown continues, and its effects across immigration systems and many others are being felt.

The September 2026 F-1 rule fundamentally changes how OPT and STEM OPT employees maintain status after international travel, replacing open-ended duration of status with fixed I-94 expiration dates.

When a domain registrant incorporates a world-famous trademark into their web address, claiming to describe a legitimate service may not provide legal protection. A Ninth Circuit ruling in Smith v. Airbnb demonstrates how courts evaluate cybersquatting claims under the ACPA, examining the boundaries of nominative fair use and the limits of safe harbor defenses when famous brands are embedded in domain names.

The only thing scarier than a haunted house this October? The current immigration climate! But fear not—our newsletter is here with all the treats (and zero tricks) you need to navigate...

ICE has reclassified more than 10 categories of Form I-9 errors from technical to substantive violations, eliminating the traditional 10-business-day cure period and exposing employers to immediate fines of $288 to $2,861 per form. Common onboarding mistakes that were once fixable now trigger penalties from the start, fundamentally changing compliance risk for organizations with remote or decentralized hiring processes.

Earlier in 2025, furniture and home-goods retailer Arhaus filed a lawsuit against RH.

The Department of Homeland Security has proposed a dramatic new fee structure for H-1B visa petitions that could fundamentally alter the economics of hiring foreign professionals through the annual cap process. While the $103,265 fee is not currently in effect and faces significant legal and practical hurdles, employers sponsoring H-1B workers need to understand what this proposal means for their workforce planning and compliance obligations. This analysis breaks down the immediate implications, clarifies c

For employers and F-1 employees transitioning to cap-subject H-1B status, October 1 is no longer the definitive deadline. With expanded cap-gap periods and varying petition statuses, HR departments must understand when H-1B status actually begins, how work authorization continues during pending petitions, and what compliance steps are required. This practical guide clarifies the critical differences between approved and pending H-1B cases and provides actionable steps for managing the F-1 to H-1B transition

We've officially entered the "ber" months—September, October, November, and December—the stretch

The holiday season brings well-deserved rest and reunions—and we continue to receive many questions about travelling abroad because international travel, under the current immigration environment...

USCIS has quietly implemented a broad pause on adjudicating immigration benefits for individuals born in — or citizens of — 19 designated countries.

Two proposed immigration rules could fundamentally reshape how international students transition into the U.S. workforce, affecting F-1 visa flexibility and H-1B wage requirements.

From the mountains at 7,200 feet, I wish I could say I was only hiking — but immigration policy seems to climb right alongside me. 🌼⛰️✈️

The H-1B lottery results have been released, leaving many highly qualified professionals facing uncertainty about their immigration status. This guide provides strategic direction for both selected and non-selected candidates...

CBP electronic-device searches reached a record high in FY2025. The agency searched roughly 55,000 devices, about 17% more than in FY2024 and more than 30% above FY2023.