Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Court Denies Simon & Simon’s Partial Summary Judgment in Uber Fraud Lawsuit
A federal court denied Simon & Simon's motion for partial summary judgment in Uber's fraud and racketeering case, underscoring risks in firm-client disputes.
SCOTUS Issues More Emergency Rulings Than Full Cases in 2025-26 Term
In the 2025-26 term, the Supreme Court decided more emergency 'shadow docket' cases than full oral argument cases, reshaping legal strategy.
Paris Court Upholds 20-Year Sentence for Islamic State Hostage-Taker
Paris appeals court confirms 20-year sentence for Kaïs Al-Abdallah over kidnapping French journalists, reinforcing terrorism prosecution trends.
First Circuit Dismisses Lobster Defamation Suit Against Monterey Bay Aquarium
The First Circuit dismissed a defamation suit over Monterey Bay Aquarium's lobster warnings, setting key precedent for environmental advocacy statements under Maine law.
DOJ Files Motions to Narrow 'Harm' Definitions in Environmental Laws
The DOJ challenges statutory definitions of 'harm' in major environmental laws, potentially restricting enforcement and affecting compliance strategies.
Arkansas Court Orders Insurers to Defend Walmart in Opioid Litigation
Arkansas Court of Appeals requires insurers to defend Walmart in opioid lawsuits and rejects arbitration attempts, impacting legal risk management.
Australia's High Court Rules Scope 3 Emissions Must Be Considered in Coal Mine Approvals
Australia's High Court mandates including Scope 3 emissions in environmental approvals, reshaping resource project legal standards and compliance.
Trump Requests Supreme Court to Revive Dismissed Lawsuit Against Clinton
Trump petitions the Supreme Court to reinstate his dismissed 2022 lawsuit against Hillary Clinton, challenging sanctions and dismissal rulings.
Kern County Judge Blasts California's Fracking Ban as Invalid
Kern County Judge Bernard Barmann Jr. issues a tentative ruling invalidating California's fracking ban due to procedural flaws, highlighting key regulatory and legal challenges.
HRW Condemns El Salvador's Mass Trials for Due Process Violations
Human Rights Watch denounces El Salvador's mass trials convicting hundreds without defense, spotlighting widespread human rights abuses.
Court Advances Fraud, Emotional Distress Claims Against ExThera
A court lets fraud and emotional distress claims proceed against cancer treatment firm ExThera, while dismissing other charges.
NY Prosecutors Push State Murder Charges Against Luigi Mangione Despite Double Jeopardy
New York prosecutors are fighting to keep state murder charges alive against Luigi Mangione despite his defense's double jeopardy claims following his federal guilty plea.
Ninth Circuit Lets Antitrust Class Action vs. Align Tech Proceed
The Ninth Circuit revived a major antitrust class action challenging Align Technology's refusal to deal, impacting dental tech markets and class action law.
TCPA Do-Not-Call Liability Falls After FCC Rule and Court Changes
TCPA do-not-call liability risks decline after FCC consent revocation rules and Eleventh Circuit ruling, cutting class action filings 45% by July 2026.
D.C. Court Hits Lawyer Daniel Human with $750K Sanctions for Bad Faith TCPA Claims on Oct. 9
On October 9, 2026, a D.C. federal court sanctioned attorney Daniel Human $750,000 for bad faith abuses in TCPA litigation, signaling tougher scrutiny for lawyers.
Supreme Court hearing could limit Big Oil climate lawsuits by cities
The Supreme Court's review of Boulder’s climate lawsuit may curb local claims against fossil fuel companies, affecting environmental litigation strategy.
Judge Denies Defense Access to Key Witness Tax Records in Oakland Bribery Trial
Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers denies defense evidence motion before bribery trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, highlighting evidentiary struggles.
Community Banks Sue OCC Over Crypto National Bank Charters
Community banks challenge OCC's issuance of national trust bank charters to crypto firms, raising regulatory and preemption concerns.
AGs from 3 GOP States Sue Over Telehealth Abortion Shield Laws
Louisiana, Arkansas, and Alabama AGs filed lawsuits challenging telehealth abortion shield laws in New York, California, and Massachusetts.
ICE Detainees Used Facility Video Software to Reveal Detention Abuses
Detainees at Georgia's Folkston ICE facility exposed detention conditions and court system issues using facility video software, raising legal compliance concerns.