Womble Perspectives
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.
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 7 minutes
- Episodes
- 315
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
From the US to the UK: Inside Womble Bond Dickinson’s Attorney Exchange Program
WBD-US and WBD-UK are committed to immersing themselves in the additional capability that the combination provides, and they have been working through the opportunities that this proposition brings. …
REBROADCAST: A Recap of “What to Expect from the 119th Congress”
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the insights, highlights, and key takeaways from our recent event titled "What to Expect from the 119th Congress." A bipartisan panel of top Congressional s…
Part 1: 2024 Hatch-Waxman Year in Review
In today's episode, first in a two part series, we’re going to unpack the year in review for the Hatch-Waxman Act—a critical framework in the pharmaceutical industry that continues to shape the dynam…
Federal Circuit Clarifies Claim Construction at the Pleading
Claim construction—essentially, the interpretation of patent claims—plays a pivotal role in the outcome of patent disputes. However, traditionally, courts have avoided addressing these issues in the …
Mining, EVs, and Permitting Reform: What a Second Trump Term Could Mean for U.S. Energy
Permitting reform under a potential second Trump administration could shape the future of mining projects and their role in the energy transition. This administration could potentially prioritize oil…
Who Owns Creativity? AI, Human Authors, and the Future of Copyright & Patent Law
When AI creates, is it actually being creative? And who owns the rights to its inventions?
Today, our episode focuses on the intersection of copyright, AI, and patent law, based on a white paper co au…
Defending Data Breach Class Actions: Strategies for Businesses
Data breaches are a modern business nightmare. Not only do they compromise sensitive customer information, but they also open the floodgates for legal consequences, especially in the form of data bre…
Unpacking the Expanded Reach of the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act in the 2025 NDAA
The National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA, has been a cornerstone of U.S. defense legislation since its inception in 1961. While its primary purpose is to authorize defense spending and policy,…
REBROADCAST: Womble Bond Dickinson to Combine with Lewis Roca, Forming Powerhouse Law Firm
In an exciting development, Womble Bond Dickinson and Lewis Roca have announced that the two firms are combining, creating a formidable law firm with over 1,300 attorneys across 37 offices in the US …
REBROADCAST: Rolling the Dice: The UAE's Ambitious Entry into the International Gambling Arena
In a bold move that has captured global attention, the United Arab Emirates is venturing into the gambling industry with the publication of commercial gaming regulations and licensing materials. This…
REBROADCAST: Tasking One Human vs. Asking a Crowd: Information-Gathering in the Era of Crowdsourced Data
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of technology-based information-gathering, navigating the key differences between tasking an individual source and asking a crowd. We unpack how the…
REBROADCAST: Womble Bond Dickinson to Combine with Lewis Roca, Forming Powerhouse Law Firm
In an exciting development, Womble Bond Dickinson and Lewis Roca have announced that the two firms are combining, creating a formidable law firm with over 1,300 attorneys across 37 offices in the US …
REBROADCAST: Cannabis Reclassification: A Game Changer for the Industry and Beyond
On April 30, 2024, the landscape of the cannabis industry experienced a monumental shift when the US Drug Enforcement Administration announced its decision to reclassify cannabis from a schedule I to…
REBROADCAST: The New Frontier in Debt Collection Laws
California's Fair Debt Collection Practices Act has long been a critical framework for protecting consumers from abusive or unfair debt collection practices. Recently, however, Governor Gavin Newsom …
From Stigma to Science: The Shift in U.S. Marijuana Research
Marijuana research in the U.S. has long been hindered by regulatory challenges and scientific skepticism. Yet, recent developments suggest that the tide may be turning.
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A Recap of “What to Expect from the 119th Congress”
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the insights, highlights, and key takeaways from our recent event titled "What to Expect from the 119th Congress." A bipartisan panel of top Congressional s…
New Year, New Fee Schedule for Trademarks at the USPTO
Starting January 18, 2025, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is implementing significant changes to its trademark fee schedule. These updates are part of the USPTO's ongoing effor…
Key Legal Outcomes in Hatch Waxman Litigation: 2023 Review
Patents are the lifeblood of innovation, granting inventors exclusive rights to their creations while encouraging progress across industries. One key aspect that often decides a patent's fate is proo…
Breaking Down the USPTO’s 2025 Fee Changes
The U.S Patent and Trademark Office recently announced its finalized 2025 fee schedule, set to take effect on January 19, 2025. This shift introduces significant changes, including general fee increa…
Mastering U.S. State Privacy Laws: What to Know for 2025
Data privacy has evolved from being an IT afterthought to a business-critical priority. With consumers demanding greater control over their personal information, U.S. states continue to step up with …