On November 27, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of Oil States Energy Services v. Greene’s Energy Group. In addition to the issues regarding the separation of powers, the court may decide whether patents are private property rights or public rights. The results will certainly have a large impact on patents going forward. … Read More A Reckoning For The Patent Death Squad
Tepid economic growth since the Great Recession can be attributed to many factors, but the Trump administration appears focused on the negative effects of federal regulations. As the current administration begins its push for deregulation, newly unleashed technological innovation will likely have positive effects on U.S. economic growth. … Read More Unleash Tech Innovation: How Deregulation Can Spur Economic Growth
POSTED BY Samantha Caplan As the online travel reservation market has grown over the past several years, so, too, have the number of theories for getting the best deals. A basic internet search reveals countless how-to guides and consumer tips (e.g., purchasing tickets on Tuesday afternoons, booking reservations six weeks in advance, et al.), some… Read More Clearing Your Cookies for Cheaper Travel: A Moot Myth?
POSTED BY Meghan T. Bonk The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) has recently made a proposal to allow the use of cell phones on airline flights. The Wall Street Journal reported that cell phone use would still be restricted during takeoff and landing, but once the plane reaches 10,000 feet, “airborne calls” and “cellular data” use… Read More Call Me Maybe: The FCC Proposes to Lift Ban on In-Flight Cell Phone Use