December 2025

## Introduction: The Rising Tide of Cross-Border Litigation In an era of intensifying US-China trade tensions, American companies are increasingly leveraging legal avenues to resolve disputes with Chinese counterparts. According to recent data, **intellectual property-related lawsuits** filed by US firms against Chinese entities surged by 18% YoY in 2023 alone, with commercial secrets and patent […]

Introduction: Bridging the Legal Divide In today’s interconnected global economy, **Chinese companies** operating in the United States face an increasingly complex legal landscape. From “gotcha” class actions to intellectual property disputes and regulatory investigations, the challenges demand more than just legal expertise—they require **cultural fluency** and deep understanding of both legal systems. This is where

**Introduction: Navigating the US Legal Landscape** For Chinese companies operating in the United States, commercial litigation is a growing risk. From intellectual property disputes to regulatory investigations, US legal challenges can threaten market access, reputation, and financial stability. Recent trends show a rise in **”gotcha” lawsuits**—cases targeting technical violations (e.g., website accessibility under the ADA

In the increasingly complex and often contentious landscape of US-China relations, a specialized group of legal professionals has moved from the periphery to the center of cross-border commerce: the bilingual lawyer. As geopolitical currents shift, these practitioners, fluent in both English and Mandarin and proficient in the legal frameworks of both nations, have become an

Introduction: A Shifting Global Tax Landscape The landscape of **cross-border tax disputes** has evolved dramatically in recent years, becoming a critical concern for multinational corporations andcross-border e-commerce alike. From the **United States’ sweeping tariff reforms** to France’s defiant digital services tax increase, governments worldwide are rewriting the rules of international taxation. This transformation signals the

A New Front in China-US Tech Competition The **high-stakes battle** over intellectual property between China and the United States has entered a dramatic new phase with **Hollywood’s biggest studios** taking aim at one of China’s most promising AI startups. In September 2025, Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros. filed a landmark lawsuit against Chinese AI company

Civil Judgment of the People’s Court of Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province, China Plaintiff (Counterclaim Defendant): Foshan Qiyan Electric Appliance Co., Ltd. Defendant (Counterclaim Plaintiff): Tangla Lighting and Living Limited Other Defendants: Tangla Lighting (Dongguan) Co., Ltd., Paul Anton Hisibert Bechlinck, Tongqida Xiang (Foshan) Creative Marketing Co., Ltd., and Yang Liu The case involves