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Warner Norcross Successfully Defends Patent Infringement Case Brought
Warner Norcross Successfully Defends Patent Infringement Case Brought 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Patent litigators from the law firm Warner Norcross & Judd LLP have successfully defended a patent infringement case brought by Attica Automation covering automated inspection equipment.

Earlier this month, a jury in the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of Michigan agreed that Clawson-based Linear Group Services and ND Industries had not infringed a patent owned by Attica Automation. Attica brought its suit in 2013 against Linear and ND Industries, alleging that Linear had copied patented technology in developing its new automatic sorting equipment.  Attica also accused ND Industries of infringement through its use of Linear’s machines.

Linear introduced a new automated inspection machine in 2011, which quickly gained acceptance by the fastener industry.  The Linear machine adopted a new approach, removing the “good parts” from the line and allowing “bad parts” to continue on into a reject bin.  Previous systems, including the method covered by Attica’s patent, had removed the “bad parts” from the line.   read more

Van Tine wins LTU’s architecture alumni award
Van Tine wins LTU’s architecture alumni award 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Northville architect Gina Van Tine, BSAr’89, BAr’94, is the 2014 recipient of the Distinguished Architecture Alumni Award presented annually by the Architecture and Design Cabinet of the Lawrence Technological University Alumni Association.

The award will be presented on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. in the Architecture Building auditorium where Van Tine will also give a presentation about her practice entitled “Quality and Pricing” as part of the Taubman Lecture Series of the College of Architecture and Design. A reception will begin at 6 p.m. in the Architecture Building gallery. The program is free and open to the public.

To RSVP, go to www.lawrencetech.net/DAA. read more

LTU to co-host conference on designing places for underserved communities
LTU to co-host conference on designing places for underserved communities 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Lawrence Technological University will co-host the 15th annual Structures for Inclusion (SFI) Conference April 11-12, 2015, in Detroit. The conference will bring together the best ideas and practices for reaching those segments of society currently underserved by architecture.

The annual conference will feature the best public interest design from around the globe, including the winners of the Social Economic Environmental Design (SEED) competition.

“Resilience of Mind, Body and Spirit” will be the theme of SFI 15, which will feature projects from Detroit and other resilient cities in search of a new kind of post-industrial world order.  read more

LTU Homecoming October 4 – 12
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Lawrence Technological University (LTU) is celebrating Homecoming October 4-12 this year. An exciting lineup of speakers, athletic events and much more is scheduled for 2014. Students, businesses and the public are welcome to come to any and all events.

For more information about events please visit www.ltu.edu/homecoming or contact Phil Lucas at plucas@ltu.edu or (248) 204-4117. For a campus map, visit http://www.ltu.edu/map/downloads/map.pdf.

International Festival returns to Southfield October 10-12
International Festival returns to Southfield October 10-12 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Event will include launch of new DIA Away: Think Like an Artist mobile interactive classroom and creativity space and Tavis Smiley book signing 

international The city of Southfield, in partnership with the International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit, Inc., will sponsor the 91st annual International Festival Friday, October 10 – Sunday, October 12 in the Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road.

The International Festival will kick-off on Friday, October 10 with a U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (CIS) swearing-in ceremony of new citizens at 10 a.m. Last year, more than 100 immigrants from 31 countries were sworn-in as new citizens. The Festival will continue on Friday until 5 p.m., Saturday, October 11 from 11 a.m.–7 p.m., and Sunday, October 12 from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. read more

Brooks Kushman Announces New Co-Chair of Litigation
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Brooks Kushman is pleased to announce Shareholder Marc Lorelli has recently been appointed to serve as the firm’s new Co-Chair of Litigation. Lorelli has been with Brooks Kushman since 2001, and has been instrumental in building, developing, and growing the firm’s IP litigation team.

“We have nothing but high expectations for Marc,” said President Mark Cantor. “He has done a great job as a Shareholder and every other role he’s held. We’re confident he will continue to serve as a leader and for the group.” read more

Warner Norcross Partners Appointed to State Bar of Michigan Environmental Section Council
Warner Norcross Partners Appointed to State Bar of Michigan Environmental Section Council 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Two partners from Warner Norcross & Judd LLP have been elected to serve on the governing council of the State Bar of Michigan Environmental Section.

Dennis J. Donohue has been selected to serve a two-year term as secretary-treasurer and Steven C. Kohl has been selected to serve a two-year term as a committee member. The Environmental Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan provides education, information, and analysis about environmental concerns through meetings, seminars, public service programs, their website and publication of the Michigan Environmental Law Journal. read more

Cake Crumbs Honors Breast Cancer Strivers and Survivors With Pink Champagne Cake, Cupcakes and Cake Crumbs!
Cake Crumbs Honors Breast Cancer Strivers and Survivors With Pink Champagne Cake, Cupcakes and Cake Crumbs! 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

cake crumbs“Is that a cake?,” exclaims Cake Crumbs’ clients!  Cake Crumbs is honored to help fight breast cancer one sculpted cake at a time.  In addition to her 16 different cupcake flavors that are available every day, this month Pink Champagne is the flavor of the month in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness month.   Chef Renea promises that a portion of the Pink Champagne proceeds will be donated to a local Komen Breast Cancer outreach organization.  Starting today, October 1, 2014, friends, family members and supporters can purchase Pink Champagne cupcakes, cake slices and/or our signature “Twisted Gourmet Pink Champagne Cake.”   read more

Warner Norcross attorney selected as director of Women in Defense
Warner Norcross attorney selected as director of Women in Defense 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Anissa C. Hudy, senior counsel with Warner Norcross & Judd LLP, has been selected as director of events for Women in Defense Michigan.

Hudy will serve a two-year term with the organization, which is a national security organization and an affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association.  The Women in Defense Michigan strengthens and influences the defense and national security industry by inspiring women, cultivating leadership and growing professional relationships. read more

Coming Together to Make a Difference: Southfield Corporate Relay For Life
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photo 5The American Cancer Society recently held its second-annual Southfield Corporate Relay For Life event at Lawrence Technological University (LTU) to support of the fight against cancer. Local businesses and professionals formed fundraising teams and collectively raised more than $20,000 to benefit the American Cancer Society!

This year’s Relay For Life brought together 12 teams for an afternoon of music, fun and exercise to celebrate those who have overcome cancer, support those who are still fighting the disease and remember those who have lost their battle. The event included speeches from LTU President Dr. Virinder K. Moudgil and Michigan State Trooper Andrew Lambert, who is now cancer free after receiving his diagnosis less than a year ago. read more

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