Opening an envelope from the FAA to find a Letter of Investigation is enough to make any pilot or operator freeze. Your immediate instinct might be to call the inspector to explain your side or rush to write a defense. Do not do either. Take a breath, keep your...
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Cunningham Swaim Takes Second Defense Verdict in 25 Days; Dallas Jury Rejects $200,000 Contract Claim in Under Seven Minutes
Lipscher v. Western Healthcare, LLC — 192nd Judicial District Court, Dallas County, Texas DALLAS, Tex. — [August 26, 2026] — A Dallas County jury returned a complete defense verdict in favor of Western Healthcare, LLC on August 25, 2026, rejecting a $200,000...
Difference between trademark dilution and trademark infringement
The uniqueness of a trademark must be guarded carefully; failing to do so can cause irreversible damage to your brand. If you suspect someone is misusing your trademark, it is important to understand the difference between trademark dilution and trademark...
What is tortious interference with a business relationship?
A good business relationship takes time to build. A loyal customer, trusted supplier or long-term partner can help a business grow. When someone intentionally harms that relationship through wrongful actions, the business may lose money or valuable opportunities....
3 risks airlines shouldn’t take while hiring pilots
The stakes are exceptionally high in the aviation industry. There is truly no room for error, especially when hiring pilots. Airlines face the risk of direct negligence claims if bad hiring practices lead to accidents. Inadequate background screening Airlines have...
Cunningham Swaim Obtains Defense Verdict in Federal Helicopter Trial; Jury Rejects $42 Million Demand in 37 Minutes
Romero v. Westwind Helicopters — U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana LAFAYETTE, La. — [August 14, 2026] — A federal jury returned a full defense verdict on liability in favor of Westwind Helicopters on July 31, 2026, rejecting a $42 million demand after...
Trademark infringement can damage a successful brand
Formal trademark registration is an important part of brand management and marketing. Submitting paperwork to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to designate an image as representative of a brand allows a company to confidently use a logo or image...
When to seek emergency injunctive relief in a business dispute
When a former executive takes your trade secrets, a partner diverts assets or a competitor exploits your proprietary technology, the damage grows every day you wait. Emergency injunctive relief exists for exactly these situations, but courts apply a demanding standard...
Are helicopters more dangerous than planes?
For the average person, plane flights are certainly more common than helicopter flights. Many people have flown on airliners multiple times, for example, even if they have never been in a helicopter in their lives. This may contribute to the perception that...
Does an appeal usually lead to a new trial?
Businesses and individuals navigating litigation expect justice after their day in court. Judges review evidence provided by both sides and then interpret both statutes and case law before entering their ruling. Typically, everyone involved in the lawsuit must abide...

