Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
EU Court Rules Airlines Must Prove Air Traffic Delays for Compensation Denial
EU's top court says airlines must prove air traffic control delays are extraordinary to deny passenger compensation, impacting European aviation law.
Trial in Virginia uses circumstantial evidence in alleged wife dismemberment case
Naresh Bhatt's 2026 Virginia trial relies on forensic and digital circumstantial evidence in a high-profile murder case.
California Appeals Court Says Managers Not Liable for Whistleblower Retaliation
California Court of Appeal rules individual supervisors cannot be held personally liable for retaliation under labor code section 1102.5 in whistleblower cases.
DOJ’s New Directive Tightens Corporate Fraud Enforcement Priorities
The DOJ’s National Fraud Enforcement Division issued Directive 26-12, updating corporate fraud enforcement priorities and procedures with key focus areas.
DNC Files October 2026 Lawsuit Against Trump Over $20M Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads
In October 2026, the DNC sued former President Trump alleging illegal use of $20M federal funds for political ads, citing 18 U.S.C. § 1913.
11th Circuit Lets Family Sue FBI Agent Over Wrongful Home Raid
The 11th Circuit allows a family to sue an FBI agent for a wrongful 2017 raid, highlighting federal accountability and civil rights issues.
Ninth Circuit Revives Sex Trafficking Suit, Upholds Plaintiff Anonymity
The Ninth Circuit reinstated Jane Doe's sex trafficking lawsuit against Nevada brothels, preserving her anonymity and overturning dismissal.
Judge Dismisses Hiring Bias Suit Against Sirius XM’s AI Tools
A federal court dismissed a racial discrimination lawsuit alleging Sirius XM's AI hiring tools biased against Black applicants, setting legal standards for AI use in hiring.
TrueAccord Wins Key TCPA Rulings on Debt Collection Text Messaging
Two 2026 court rulings clarify TCPA compliance for debt collection texts, easing legal risks for legal teams.
Delaware Suit Challenges Nvidia-Groq $20B Deal as 'Not a Merger'
Two former Groq engineers sue over alleged fiduciary duty breaches in Nvidia's $20B licensing deal, highlighting shareholder rights in semiconductor M&A.
LA Attorney Bryan Freedman Sued for Alleged Online Smear Campaign
Model Paige Jimenez sues attorney Bryan Freedman for allegedly orchestrating defamatory website and smear campaign in Los Angeles.
10th Circuit Vacates Kidnapping Convictions in 3-Year-Old’s Death Case
The 10th Circuit overturned federal kidnapping convictions in a high-profile child death case, clarifying legal limits on parental custody rights in kidnapping law.
Salem, Marion County Sue to Halt Detroit Reservoir Drawdown Plan
Salem and Marion County sue Army Corps over Detroit Reservoir drawdown, citing legal risks to water supply and environmental compliance.
Federal Court: California Man Pleads Guilty to $1.8M Romance Scam Targeting Elderly Women
Troy Van Sickle pleaded guilty in federal court to a romance scam defrauding two elderly women of $1.8 million, highlighting elder fraud risks and DOJ prosecutions.
Colorado Woman Sues Flock Over False Theft Claim From Surveillance Footage
Chrisanna Elser sues Flock Safety and Columbine Valley, alleging wrongful theft charges from ALPR footage misuse. Privacy and accuracy in AI surveillance under scrutiny.
Texas Supreme Court Reviews AI-Generated Depositions with Video Verification
Texas Supreme Court reviews AI-generated deposition transcripts verified by video, impacting legal evidentiary standards.
Courts Set New Rules for AI Use in Discovery Protective Orders
Recent court rulings require transparency and secure AI environments in discovery protective orders, reshaping litigation strategy and compliance.
10th Circuit Allows Utah to Prosecute Religious Psychedelic Use
The 10th Circuit overturned a federal injunction blocking Utah's prosecution over religious use of psilocybin mushrooms, impacting religious freedom and drug law enforcement.
California Court Rules Proposition 51 Limits Abuse Damages Against Catholic Church
California Court of Appeal rules that Proposition 51 caps noneconomic damages in Catholic Church abuse lawsuits revived by 2019 law, impacting mass tort claims.
Illinois Supreme Court to Decide Solar Project Siting Dispute
Illinois Supreme Court agrees to hear case resolving conflicting appellate rulings on local solar project siting regulations affecting developers and counties.