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Womble Perspectives
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Welcome to Womble Perspectives, where we explore a wide range of topics from the latest legal updates to industry trends to the business of law. Our team of lawyers, professionals and occasional outside guests will take you through the most pressing issues facing businesses today and provide practical and actionable advice to help you navigate the ever-changing legal landscape. With a focus on innovation, collaboration and client service, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and to the communities we serve.
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The Hidden Legal Risks of Using AI Tools in Sensitive Matters
1w ago00:06:18Tap to summarizeToday we’re digging into a potentially groundbreaking legal ruling about AI. It’s the first time a federal court has weighed in on whether chats with an AI tool like Claude or ChatGPT can be considered privileged. Spoiler: the court said no. And this could have implications for businesses and legal teams.Read the full articleClient’s Use of AI Not Protected by Attorney Client PrivilegeAbout the authorsIan P. O’KeefeHayden J. Silver, IIIScott D. AndersonLuke Cass
Transcribe →WBD Recruiting Success Stories: Tomio Narita
1w ago00:31:20Tap to summarizeToday’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Tomio Narita, a partner in our San Francisco office and co-leader of the firm’s Class Action Defense Team.More about WBD's Class Action Litigation practice.
Transcribe →From Credentials to Credibility. What to Consider When Picking Expert Witnesses.
2w ago00:04:13Tap to summarizeToday, we’re tackling part two of what it takes to find expert witnesses, and we’re following up with the next big question: once you’ve got a shortlist of candidates, how do you choose the best one? It turns out, it’s not just about degrees and licenses. There are multiple other factors that can make or break credibility in front of a jury.More infoFinding an Expert Witness (Part 2): Best Practices for Choosing the Best CandidatePart 1: Where to Look and What to Ask to Find the Right Witness for Your CaseAbout the authorKim Beane
Transcribe →Where to Look and What to Ask to Find the Right Witness for Your Case
2w ago00:04:00Tap to summarizeIn courtrooms across the country, cases often hinge on what’s known as the “battle of the experts.” The credibility, character, and clarity of an expert witness can make or break a case. But, what makes an expert witness truly credible—and where do you even begin to find one who could help you win your case?Read the full articleFinding an Expert Witness: Best Practices for Finding Credible ExpertsAbout the authorKim Beane
Transcribe →Recruiting Success Stories: Ana Gutierrez
3w ago00:45:59Tap to summarizeToday’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Ana Gutierrez, head of Womble's Environmental Practice. The two discuss leaps of faith and what led Ana to land at our firm.More about WBD's Energy and Natural Resources sector.
Transcribe →A Battle Behind the Screens: Pokémon vs. Palworld
3w ago00:04:18Tap to summarizeToday, we’re diving into an international legal battle that’s been making its way through the gaming world: a patent dispute between Nintendo and the creators of Palworld.Read the full articleGotta Catch ’Em All...In Court?: Nintendo Bolsters U.S. Patent Portfolio In Wake of Japanese Lawsuit Against PocketpairAbout the authorsReid BarberJohn H. Wright, III
Transcribe →What Happens When Federal Law Meets Pro Sports and Doesn’t Like What it Finds?
4w ago00:04:50Tap to summarizeToday’s topic is a federal case that’s got some in the sports world playing defense: charges against former and current NBA players and coaches for illegal sports gambling, rigged poker games, and organized crime.Read the full articleFormer and Current NBA Players and Coaches Have Been Charged Under Federal Law. What Law?About the authorsGlenn J. LightKarl F. RutledgeJason C. HicksDon Lee
Transcribe →Commonplace or Controversial? Trademarking the F-Word
Jul 1500:03:28Tap to summarizeToday, we’re revisiting a story that’s as provocative as it is legally fascinating: the ongoing trademark battle over the F-word.Read the full articleF-Word as a Trademark? Federal Circuit Leaves the Door Open as it Vacates TTAB’s DecisionAbout the authorsJennifer A. Van KirkErica R. HalsteadLori B. Cohen
Transcribe →REBROADCAST: Pregnancy, Policy, and Painkillers
Jul 1100:05:04Tap to summarizeRecently, the White House and the FDA issued statements suggesting a possible connection between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and increased risks of autism and ADHD. These announcements have prompted strong reactions from the scientific community. Organizations like The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and The World Health Organization have responded with caution, emphasizing that the current evidence does not support a definitive causal link.So, what does the science actually say?Read the full articleAutism and Acetaminophen Use during Pregnancy: Does Science Support the Claim of a Link?About the authorMatt Quinn, Ph.D.
Transcribe →Wellness Claims Put Social Media Under the Microscope
Jul 800:05:41Tap to summarizeSocial media has become the new storefront for everything from dietary supplements and CBD oils to herbal tinctures and homeopathic remedies. These products are often promoted as “natural,” “safe,” or “alternative,” and that language resonates with consumers looking for holistic options. But here’s the catch, many of these products make bold claims about treating or preventing health conditions. And those claims don’t always have the backing of the FDA.Read the articleMarketing Holistic Health on Social Media? Here’s Why the FDA Might Come KnockingAbout the authorMatt Quinn, Ph.D.
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