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RSHC Texas Patent Victory Affirmed by Federal Circuit
On Wednesday, April 12, the Federal Circuit affirmed a victory for our client Allscripts Healthcare Solutions in a patent infringement case brought in the Eastern District of Texas. Allscripts, a leader in the medical records software and solutions industry, was accused of infringing U.S. Patent No. 7,640,271 which claimed a “portal”-type system for patient access to electronic medical records. The case was brought by a non-practicing entity, Preservation Wellness.Full story: RSHC Texas Patent Victory Affirmed by Federal Circuit -
Best Lawyers Cover Story, Benefits and Mechanics of Diverse Partner Integration
Patricia Brown Holmes and Leslie D. Davis, RSHC partners, co-authored the cover story for the Best Lawyers “Women in the Law” Spring Business Edition 2017. While lateral transitions are generally beneficial for both the attorney and the new law firm, firms are now charged with finding more effective ways to quickly integrate lateral attorneys, particularly as those attorneys become more diverse. In order to remain competitive, law firms must work to address the barriers that have inhibited the successful integration of diverse lateral attorneys.Full story: Best Lawyers Cover Story, Benefits and Mechanics of Diverse Partner Integration -
Client Alert – 7th Circuit Rules Sexual Orientation is a Title VII Protected Category
On April 4, 2017, the Seventh Circuit issued a monumental opinion (Hively v. Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana), holding that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. It is the first [and only] federal circuit court decision of its kind; and comes only one week after the Second Circuit ruled that sexual orientation is not a protected category under Title VII..Full story: Client Alert – 7th Circuit Rules Sexual Orientation is a Title VII Protected Category -
10th Annual Chicago White Collar Crime & Corporate Governance Conference
Law Bulletin Seminars, a division of Law Bulletin Publishing Company, will host its 10th Annual Chicago White Collar Crime & Corporate Governance Conference, “Implications of a Trump Administration,” at the Swissotel Chicago on April 19. RSHC Partner, Dave Resnicoff, will Chair the anti-corruption panel, including Emmanuel Ayuk (Global Compliance & Counsel), Jeff Cramer (Berkeley Research Group), Meghan Hansen (Latham & Watkins), and Nick Berg (Ropes & Gray).Full story: 10th Annual Chicago White Collar Crime & Corporate Governance Conference -
RSHC Partners Presenting at BWLA’s 30th Anniversary National Summit
RSHC Partners, Patricia Brown Holmes and Ron Safer, will be presenting at the March 30 – April 1, 2017 Black Women’s Law Association (BWLA) National Summit entitled, “Legacy: Celebrating Our History and Charting Our Future.”Full story: RSHC Partners Presenting at BWLA’s 30th Anniversary National Summit -
Are the Days of E.D. Texas Waning?
On March 27, 2017, the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding an issue that has long plagued defendants in patent cases: are the venue rules applied by the Federal Circuit at odds with the patent statute and Supreme Court precedent? TC Heartland LLC v. Kraft Foods Group Brands, LLC, No.16-341.Full story: Are the Days of E.D. Texas Waning? -
Supreme Court Abolishes Laches Defense in Patent Cases
SCA Hygiene Products v. First Quality Baby Products, Case No. 15-927 (March 21, 2017)Full story: Supreme Court Abolishes Laches Defense in Patent Cases -
RSHC Prepared City of Chicago’s Amicus Brief Against President Trump’s Travel Ban
Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila had the privilege of working with the City of Chicago in preparing an important amicus brief on behalf of the Cities of Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and other major U.S. cities and counties, who have been negatively affected by President Trump’s new executive order.Full story: RSHC Prepared City of Chicago’s Amicus Brief Against President Trump’s Travel Ban -
Patricia Brown Holmes, 2017 Vanguard Award Honoree
The Black Women Lawyers Association (BWLA), during their 30th Anniversary year, recognizes former BWLA President and founding member Patricia Brown Holmes, also immediate past CBA President, as their 2017 Vanguard Award recipient. The Vanguard Awards provide Chicago’s legal community with a focal point that celebrates the accomplishments of diverse lawyers and organizations and fosters greater understanding and collaboration between the city’s diverse bar associations.Full story: Patricia Brown Holmes, 2017 Vanguard Award Honoree -
All Charges Against "Marquette Park 4" Dismissed
State’s Attorney Dismisses All Charges Against Wrongfully Convicted "Marquette Park 4", Ron Safer and Eli Litoff Part of the Team of Lawyers that Provided Pro Bono Legal Counsel.Full story: All Charges Against "Marquette Park 4" Dismissed -
Illinois Super Lawyers and Top of the List Rankings for Holmes (Top 50 Women) and Safer (Top 100)
Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila is proud to announce that eight partners have been selected for inclusion on the 2017 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Patricia Brown Holmes ranked in the Top 50 Women, and Ronald S. Safer ranked in the Top 100. The Super Lawyers selection process involves a diverse list of top attorneys nominated by peers, independent research across 12 key categories, evaluation by a highly credentialed Blue Ribbon panel of attorneys and final selection of only 5% to Super Lawyers.Full story: Illinois Super Lawyers and Top of the List Rankings for Holmes (Top 50 Women) and Safer (Top 100) -
Patricia Brown Holmes, Awarded Chicago Lawyer Person of the Year 2016
Patricia Brown Holmes is an inspirational leader in the legal and greater community. She personifies justice, equality, inclusion and hope. She is a highly respected and accomplished lawyer with a reputation for excellence, integrity and unerring judgment.Full story: Patricia Brown Holmes, Awarded Chicago Lawyer Person of the Year 2016 -
RSHC Ranked in 2017 “Best Law Firms”
Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila LLP has been named a Tier 1 firm in Chicago in four practice areas by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® for the Seventh Edition of “Best Law Firms.” The firm also earned a Tier 2 ranking in Chicago for Appellate Practice and a National Tier 3 ranking in two practice areas.Full story: RSHC Ranked in 2017 “Best Law Firms” -
RSHC Serves as Pro Bono Counsel for ACLU
RSHC Serves as Pro Bono Counsel for ACLU, Hastings Center in Asylum-Seeker Detention Policy SuitFull story: RSHC Serves as Pro Bono Counsel for ACLU -
Federal Circuit Clarifies the Boundaries of the Elusive “Abstract Idea” in Section 101 Challenges
Affinity Labs of Texas, LLC v. DirecTV, LLC et al. (Fed. Cir. 2016)Full story: Federal Circuit Clarifies the Boundaries of the Elusive “Abstract Idea” in Section 101 Challenges -
Bob Riley and Ron Safer Named 2017 Lawyers of the Year by Best Lawyers®
RSHC is pleased to announce two of its founding partners have been awarded the highest overall rating by their peers as 2017 Lawyers of the Year. Bob Riley has been named Best Lawyers’ 2017 Chicago Product Liability Litigation–Defendants “Lawyer of the Year”, and Ron Safer has been named Best Lawyers’ 2017 Chicago Criminal Defense: White-Collar “Lawyer of the Year.” Only one lawyer is recognized for each specialty and location.Full story: Bob Riley and Ron Safer Named 2017 Lawyers of the Year by Best Lawyers® -
Seven RSHC Partners Selected for Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017
The Firm is proud of its seven partners selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America©Full story: Seven RSHC Partners Selected for Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 -
Holmes – Special Prosecutor to Investigate CPD Personnel Conduct in McDonald Shooting
Patricia Brown Holmes will investigate and determine whether charges should be filed against Chicago Police Department personnel involved in the October 20, 2014 LaQuan McDonald shooting.Full story: Holmes – Special Prosecutor to Investigate CPD Personnel Conduct in McDonald Shooting -
Unprecedented Collaboration on CCPD New Training Approach
Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila and three major law firms partner to support the Cook County Public Defender’s Office develop unique aspects for their new advocacy curriculum.Full story: Unprecedented Collaboration on CCPD New Training Approach
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