Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
AT&T Sues Comcast Over Misleading ‘Fiber-Powered’ Xfinity Ads
AT&T sues Comcast for claiming Xfinity internet is all-fiber, while it uses copper cables for last-mile delivery, raising legal and regulatory concerns.
Arizona Ends Fondomonte Mine Leases Amid PFAS Pollution Fears
Arizona Governor ends Fondomonte mining leases due to PFAS contamination risks; AG sues PFAS makers; ADEQ investigates legacy mine pollution.
Allstate Hit with TCPA Class Action Over AI Voice Marketing Calls
Allstate faces a class action lawsuit alleging AI-generated voice calls by its agent violated the TCPA, potentially shaping AI communication compliance.
Supreme Court Dockets Key Trump Cases: Clinton Suit, Ballot, and Wall Rulings
The Supreme Court added Trump's Clinton case petition, denied ballot block, and allowed Texas border wall work. Key for constitutional litigation strategies.
Defense Questions Star Witness’s Credibility in Former Oakland Mayor's Bribery Trial
Defense challenges credibility of Mario Juarez, key witness in former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao’s federal bribery trial.
Court Blocks Sony’s Arbitration Bid in Smart TV Privacy Case
U.S. judge denies Sony's motion to compel arbitration in smart TV privacy lawsuit, spotlighting consumer data risks and arbitration disclosures.
Ninth Circuit Blocks Arbitration Without Clear Consumer Consent in VPPA Case
Ninth Circuit rules that without explicit user consent, arbitration clauses in privacy lawsuits are unenforceable, impacting online agreements nationwide.
Arkansas Supreme Court Revives Cases Barred by Statute of Limitations
Arkansas Supreme Court overturns 1846 precedent, allowing revival of cases time-barred under state law, changing litigation landscape for sexual abuse claims and beyond.
Sixth Circuit Upholds $600M East Palestine Train Derailment Settlement
The Sixth Circuit affirmed a $600M settlement approval in the East Palestine train derailment case, rejecting Norfolk Southern's fraud claims against class counsel.
Recent Courts Limit Insurers’ Broad Reservation of Rights Tactics
Courts increasingly scrutinize insurers' broad reservation of rights and after-the-fact denials, impacting coverage disputes and claims handling.
Court Allows Prosecution Over Threats Sent to ICE Officer’s Family
A U.S. court ruled that criminal charges can proceed against a defendant who threatened an ICE officer's children via messages sent to the officer's wife, underscoring limits on free speech regardi...
Federal Court Finds TikTok Creator Liable for Online Harassment Campaign
A federal court ruled TikTok influencer Danesh Noshirvan liable for inciting harassment against a plastic surgery clinic, clarifying legal risks for social media incitement.
Washington Supreme Court Rejects Cheesecake Factory Liability in Mall Shooting
Washington Supreme Court rules Cheesecake Factory not liable for mall shooting near its restaurant, clarifying premises security duties for businesses.
Delaware Chancery Clarifies Defense Cost Advancement in Three Cases
Delaware Court of Chancery clarifies when officers and directors are entitled to advancement of defense costs, highlighting exceptions for misconduct.
Judge Allows Trump's Defamation Lawsuit Against BBC to Proceed in Florida
A Florida judge lets Trump's $10B defamation suit against BBC move forward over allegedly edited January 6 footage, with key depositions set.
2nd Circuit Revives NYC Handgun Licensing Challenges
Second Circuit court partially reinstates challenges to NYC's handgun carry limits, delaying dismissal and impacting Second Amendment litigation.
Supreme Court Questions Fee Awards in Pipeline Eminent Domain Case
The Supreme Court questions attorney fee awards in Hoffmann v. WBI, clarifying standards for eminent domain under the Natural Gas Act.
Democrats Win Congress But Voters Back Tougher Crime Measures in Six States
In 2026 midterms, Democrats gained Congress and state legislatures, while voters approved six tougher crime laws, impacting litigation and corrections.
Insurers Clash Over $157M Montana Asbestos Settlement Costs
A $157M asbestos settlement in Montana sparks a dispute between insurers over who must pay millions, spotlighting challenges in complex reinsurance claims.
Monsanto Scores Key Roundup Win After Supreme Court Preemption Ruling
The Supreme Court's 7-2 ruling preempts state failure-to-warn claims against Monsanto's Roundup, leading to a unanimous defense win in Missouri.