Osborne v. Nowell - Estate Administration Appeal

Washington Court of Appeals, Division One affirmed the King County Superior Court's denial of Deborah Osborne's petition to be appointed administrator of her deceased sister Angela Nowell's estate, upholding the prior appointment of Angela's husband El-Fatih Paul Nowell in Pierce County. The court rejected Osborne's procedural challenges and due process claims, and awarded attorney fees to Nowell under RCW 11.96A.150.

Great American E&S Insurance v. Houston Casualty - Malpractice Claim Assignment

The Washington Court of Appeals reversed the superior court and held that Washington public policy prohibits an insured from assigning legal malpractice claims against retained defense counsel to a liability insurer where there is potential conflict between the insurer and insured, such as when the insurer defended under a reservation of rights. Defense counsel Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP prevailed on their motion for judgment on the pleadings.

Helsinki Commission Briefing on Ukrainian Territory in Donetsk

The U.S. Helsinki Commission (CSCE) will hold a briefing on the military importance of Ukrainian-held territory in Donetsk. The event is scheduled for April 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM in Room CHOB 210, Washington, D.C. This is a joint committee meeting providing an informational briefing on current geopolitical developments.

Dellinger Fellowship Program Applications

The North Carolina Department of Justice announced that applications are open through April 30, 2026 for the Walter E. Dellinger III Memorial Fellowship Program. The 11-month program will select two fellows to serve in the Office of the Chief Deputy and the Office of the Solicitor General. Attorney General Jeff Jackson highlighted the fellowship's commitment to meaningful legal public service honoring Walter Dellinger's legacy.

Mobileye Vision Technologies TTAB Appeal Terminated

USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board terminated Ex Parte Appeal #79385246 filed by Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd. on April 6, 2026. The appeal, originally filed on February 4, 2025, concluded with a TERMINATED status, ending the ex parte trademark appeal proceedings.

Blauberg Cyprus Ltd TTAB Ex Parte Appeal

USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board received an ex parte appeal (No. TTAB79414343) filed by Blauberg Cyprus Ltd on April 6, 2026. The appeal challenges a prior USPTO decision regarding trademark registration matters. TTAB will review the appeal and issue a determination on the registrability of the disputed mark(s).

SC Bucin Mob SRL Ex Parte Appeal #79403753 Affirmed

USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board affirmed the rejection of trademark application #79403753 filed by SC Bucin Mob SRL. The appeal, filed on 2025-10-10, was decided on April 6, 2026. This final decision upholds the examining attorney's refusal, meaning the applicant cannot proceed with registration of the mark at issue.

Goliath IP Stitchting TTAB Appeal Dismissed

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board dismissed ex parte appeal TTAB90858078 filed by Goliath IP Stitchting on July 14, 2025, for failure to file a required brief. The dismissal is a procedural default with no substantive decision on the merits of the trademark application.

AEROSOFT Trademark Opposition

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted an extension of time in opposition proceeding TTAB91218762. Aero IP Holdings, LLC is opposing Summit Footwear Co., Ltd.'s registration of the AEROSOFT trademark. This is a routine procedural step in a trademark opposition filed in 2014.

Nestlé v. Dairy Manufacturers - Trademark Opposition (CRECELAC)

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board suspended Opposition No. TTAB91288252 filed by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. against Dairy Manufacturers, Inc. concerning the CRECELAC trademark. The opposition was originally filed on November 16, 2023. Parties should monitor the TTAB docket for resumption of proceedings.