In Interview, Bryan McWhorter Shares How AI Can Be a “Power Tool” for Lawyers
In a recent interview with the San Diego Union-Tribune, Knobbe Martens partner Bryan McWhorter discussed the growing use of generative AI in the legal profession, highlighting its potential as a...
Jonathan Menkes Discusses AI and Copyright Regulations in Interview with The Register
In a recent interview with enterprise technology news publication The Register, partner Jonathan Menkes offered his insights on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and copyright infringement. Menkes shared how...
Bryan McWhorter Authors Legaltech News Article on How Generative AI Is Transforming Patent Prosecution
In the Legaltech News article “Reports of Death Greatly Exaggerated: Why Generative AI Is Powering, Not Pulverizing, Patent Prosecution,” Knobbe Martens partner Bryan McWhorter explores the impact of generative AI...
How Businesses Can Prepare for Regulations on Artificial Intelligence Companions
State Spotlight: New York and California In a recent X post, OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman teased plans to release a new version of ChatGPT that can “respond in a very...
Nothing Unusual With Recusal Refusal
Centripetal Networks, LLC, v. Palo Alto Networks, Inc. Before Moore, Hughes, and Cunningham. Appeal from the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. Summary: Despite affirming the denial of Centripetal’s recusal motion...
The USPTO’s Evolving Approach to Patent Eligibility: Insights from Director Squires’ AIPLA Address
On October 31, 2025, Director Squires spoke to the American Intellectual Property Law Association and provided a forceful statement on his view for the direction of patent law. Of particular...
AI, Gaming, and the Metaverse Collide: The Next Wave of Trademark Infringement in Virtual Worlds
Over the last six months, the convergence of artificial intelligence, gaming, and the metaverse has produced a flood of innovation that is redefining brand engagement and generating a new surge...
AI and the Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial resistance has become a major concern in recent years. According to studies, approximately 1.1 million deaths each year are linked to bacterial resistance to antimicrobial drugs.[1] The fear of...
Knobbe Martens Names New Chairs of Market-Leading Trademark and Brand Protection Group
IRVINE, Calif., October 22, 2025 – Knobbe Martens, one of the nation’s largest intellectual property law firms, is pleased to announce that Charlene Azema and Gregory Phillips have been named...
San Diego Business Journal Names Robert Hilton and Daniel Hughes Among “Leaders of Influence in Law”
SAN DIEGO, October 21, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that partners Robert Hilton and Daniel Hughes have been recognized as “Leaders of Influence in Law” by the...
What Do Businesses Need to Know About Federal and State AI Disclosure Regulation?
State Spotlight: Utah Key Takeaways With companies increasingly integrating artificial intelligence into their workflows, it is important to monitor and adapt to a patchwork of AI disclosure laws across jurisdictions....
Sheila Swaroop Co-Authors Article on Generative AI Tools in Orange County Business Journal
In a recent article published in the Orange County Business Journal, partner Sheila Swaroop shares guidance for companies looking to incorporate generative artificial intelligence tools into their work while retaining...
U.S. Space Force Announces Operational Acceptance of ATLAS
The U.S. Space Force achieved a milestone for Space Domain Awareness (SDA) on September 30th by announcing that the Space Force has operationally accepted the Advanced Tracking and Launch Analysis...
USPTO Director Squires Signals Support of AI Patent Eligibility
The new Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, John Squires, has quickly signaled a shift in how the USPTO will address subject matter eligibility for AI and other...
The Consequences of Converting Voluntary Dismissals
FUTURE LINK SYSTEMS, LLC v. REALTEK SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION Before Reyna, Bryson, and Stoll. Appeal from the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas. Summary: The district court’s...
Lawdragon Names 17 Knobbe Martens Partners Among ‘Leading Litigators in America’
IRVINE, Calif., September 8, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that 17 of the firm’s partners have been recognized in the 2026 edition of the Lawdragon 500 Leading...
Dozens of Knobbe Martens Lawyers Featured in “Best Lawyers” 2026 Guide
IRVINE, Calif., August 21, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that dozens of the firm’s lawyers, representing a range of practice areas and offices across the country, have...
Cardiosense Obtains FDA Clearance for Wearable Cardiac Sensor
Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death, with over 900,00 deaths reported in the United States in 2023. In this context many companies have pursued products to help diagnose...
Knobbe Martens Partners Recognized as Top IP Strategists in 2025 IAM Strategy 300 Guide
IRVINE, Calif., August 14, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that a number of the firm’s partners have been recognized in the 2025 edition of the IAM Strategy...
An Examiner’s Allowance Does Not Create an “Especially Weighty” Presumption of Written-Description Support
MONDIS TECHNOLOGY LTD., HITACHI MAXELL, LTD., NKA MAXELL HOLDINGS, LTD., MAXELL, LTD. v. LG ELECTRONICS INC., LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. Before Taranto, Clevenger, and Hughes. Appeal from the United States...
Fair Use and the Future of Generative AI: Lessons from the Meta and Anthropic Copyright Cases
With the release of ChatGPT in late 2022, generative AI entered the cultural zeitgeist. Not surprisingly, within a few months, the first generative AI lawsuits were filed in the U.S....
