Foley Senior Counsel Mary Calkins and Associate Debra Lange co-authored an article that appeared on Patent Management & Strategy on February 16, 2010 titled “Bearing Witness: Court-Appointed Experts in Patent Cases.” The authors discuss the use of testifying court-appointed technical experts in patent cases, stating that the use of such experts raises concerns about undue influence and encroachment on the jury’s decisional role. They add that making patent trial courts more specialized by technological area and hiring clerks with technological backgrounds might help courts to better understand technology issues without the need for an outside expert.
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June 23, 2026
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Stadium Technology in 2026: How Data Collection, Connectivity, and New Operating Models Are Reshaping the Stadium Experience
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Today’s arenas are more than simple venues for games. They are live networks, with the seating area as only a part of the larger experience.
This shift matters because it changes what teams and venue operators provide. Tickets still generate revenue, but in 2026, attention and the data it brings are the most valuable assets. Venues that connect fans, track movement, reduce hassles, and personalize screens and phones can improve the fan experience and boost profits.
June 22, 2026
Labor & Employment Law Perspectives
Black Swan Coming? How a SCOTUS Decision in Crowther Could Impact Title IX Considerations in Post-House College Athletics
Employment and higher education lawyers undoubtedly took note of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to review Crowther v. Board of Regents.