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.
Episodes
331 episodes
A New Era in Immigration Oversight?
Today we’re unpacking a major shift in immigration enforcement that’s already reshaping how employers and employees interact with federal agencies.On October 6, 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services entered a new c...
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Patent Pitfalls and Best Practices: What BillJCo Teaches Us
In today’s episode, we’re diving into a pair of Federal Circuit decisions that offer some powerful lessons for patent practitioners—especially when it comes to claim drafting and arguing non-obviousness.Read the full article
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Shifting Policies and Complex Trade Agreements: the Forces Shaping Global Trade, Part 2 of 2
Welcome back to Womble Perspectives. Today’s episode is the second in a series focusing on the complex world of international trade. From shifting tariff policies to trade agreements, we’re exploring the forces shaping global trade. Whether you...
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Labeling Change, Life-Saving Impact. The FDA’s New Opioid Rules
On July 31st, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced sweeping changes to the safety labeling of all opioid pain medications. These updates aim to better communicate the risks of long-term opioid use—risks that include misuse, add...
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Long May You Run…Into a Trademark Lawsuit?
Today’s episode sits at the intersection of culture, commerce, and creativity, diving into a trademark dispute that’s got both the fashion and music industries watching closely. It’s a case that asks: Can a rock band’s name really confuse consu...
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Shifting Policies and Complex Trade Agreements: the Forces Shaping Global Trade, Part 1 of 2
Welcome back to Womble Perspectives. Today’s episode is the first in a series focusing on the complex world of international trade. From shifting tariff policies to trade agreements, we’re exploring the forces shaping global trade. Whether you’...
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WBD Recruiting Success Stories: Tomio Narita
Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Tomio Narita, a partner in our San Francisco office and co-leader of the firm’s Class Action Defense Team.
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Pregnancy, Policy, and Painkillers
Recently, the White House and the FDA issued statements suggesting a possible connection between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and increased risks of autism and ADHD. These announcements have prompted strong reactions from the scientific comm...
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Behind the Meter of Data Centers in the Age of OBBBA
Today, we’re diving into the ripple effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and what it means for the data center sector.Read the full article
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One, Two, Three, Four – Who Declared a Snack War?
Aldi, the discount supermarket chain, has built a strong and growing fan base. It’s on track to open over 225 new stores this year, positioning itself as a low-cost alternative to traditional brands. You’ve probably heard their former slogan: “...
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A Battle Behind the Screens: Pokémon vs. Palworld
Today, we’re diving into an international legal battle that’s been making its way through the gaming world: a patent dispute between Nintendo and the creators of Palworld.Read the full article
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AI’s Promise (and Peril) in Patient Care
Welcome to today’s episode of Womble Perspectives, where we’ll be diving into how artificial intelligence is helping shape the health care landscape.As in other industries, AI can be a powerful ally for healthcare professionals. From org...
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Commonplace or Controversial? Trademarking the F-Word
Today, we’re revisiting a story that’s as provocative as it is legally fascinating: the ongoing trademark battle over the F-word.Read the full article
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Avoiding Red Flags in Construction Projects
Construction projects can be incredibly exciting. But, with big investments come big responsibilities, and unfortunately, things don’t always go as planned. The truth is, most project owners aren’t construction experts. They’re stepping into a ...
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Unlocking the Secrets of the Endocannabinoid System
When we think about the human body, we often consider systems we learned about in biology class, like the central nervous system, the endocrine system, or maybe even the sympathetic nervous system. But today we’re shining a light on a crucial—b...
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WBD Recruiting Success Stories: Jeff Whittle
Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Jeff Whittle, a partner in our Houston off...
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REBROADCAST: Decoding “Healthy” – Understanding the New FDA Definition
Have you ever wandered through the grocery store, faced with what feels like endless aisles of options, and stopped at a product labeled 'healthy' because you trusted what that word means? Well, turns out, things are a bit more complicated than...
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REBROADCAST: When Data Gets Personal: The 23andMe Breach
On June 5, 2025, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office, or ICO, issued a £2.3 million fine—about $3.1 million U.S.—against California-based genetic testing company 23andMe. The reason? A serious data breach that exposed the sensitive perso...
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IQ Scores and Embryo Selection. What Could Go Wrong?
Today, we’re looking at a provocative development in reproductive science: selecting embryos based on projected intelligence. Picture this: a couple undergoing IVF is presented with three embryos. They’re told each has a different predicted IQ....
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How the Trump Administration is Reshaping White Collar Enforcement: A Recap of Year to Date
Today’s episode is based on a recap of DOJ developments between January 2025 and August 2025, and is part of our content series, “Beyond the Headlines: Navigating Change in the Federal Government.” For more information on how developments at th...
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Whistleblower Claims and the Future of Corporate Accountability
Welcome back to Womble Perspectives. Today, we’re diving into a case that’s raising questions about corporate compliance, whistleblower protections, and the future of deferred prosecution agreements.A recent whistleblower lawsuit filed i...
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POWDER Power: FCC Opens Door for Experimental Wireless Platforms
Today, we’re diving into a fascinating story at the intersection of wireless technology, academic research, and federal regulation.The Federal Communications Commission’s Wireless Telecommunications Bureau recently granted a conditional wai...
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Where to Look and What to Ask to Find the Right Witness for Your Case
In courtrooms across the country, cases often hinge on what’s known as the “battle of the experts.” The credibility, character, and clarity of an expert witness can make or break a case. But, what makes an expert witness truly credi...
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Bringing GENIUS & CLARITY to the Future of Stablecoins and Crypto Markets
We’re diving into a major moment in U.S. financial regulation—one that could redefine how businesses engage with digital assets.In July 2025, Congress took a major step toward regulating cryptocurrencies and stablecoins with two landmark...
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From Paychecks to Payroll, take a Deep Dive into the OBBBA
Welcome to Womble Perspectives, where today, we’re diving into a major new law that’s making waves in payroll departments and break rooms across the country.It’s called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, or OBBBA, and among other things, it...
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