Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Supreme Court Fast-Tracks Voting Rights Act Decision, Shaping 2026 Elections
The U.S. Supreme Court has expedited its ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, reshaping voting rights enforcement and redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections.
Court Rejects Copyright Claim Against Ye Over Instrumental Track Use
A federal court has dismissed a copyright infringement claim against Ye after finding the plaintiff failed to establish ownership of the instrumental composition.
DOJ Sues to Block Minnesota’s Climate Fraud Lawsuit Against Oil Majors
The DOJ is suing Minnesota, arguing only the federal government can address emissions, as 15+ states pursue similar climate fraud cases against oil firms.
Wells Fargo, BMO, Citi, Comerica Sued Over $720K Crypto Fraud Seizure
A California man sues Wells Fargo, BMO, Citibank, and Comerica, alleging unlawful seizure of $720K after banks linked his funds to a crypto scam, raising compliance concerns.
Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Settle Film Workplace Suit Pre-Trial
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settled their 'It Ends With Us' lawsuit weeks before trial, highlighting risks and strategy for legal teams in entertainment workplace cases.
California Accuses State Farm of Wildfire Claim Violations
California regulators allege State Farm violated state law in handling post-2025 wildfire claims, seeking $4M in penalties and a license suspension.
DOJ Appeals to Uphold NY Prosecutor Appointment Without Senate OK
The DOJ asks the Second Circuit to affirm John Sarcone III's leadership of the NY U.S. Attorney’s Office, raising legal questions for DOJ appointment strategies in federal offices.
Massachusetts High Court Reviews 'Jungle Primary' Ballot Proposal
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court considers a ballot question that would replace party primaries with a top-two 'jungle primary,' impacting election law and legal advisory roles.
Standing, Not Mootness, at Center of Minnesota Civil Rights Suit Against ICE
A Minnesota civil rights case challenges the government's claim that ending ICE's operation moots the lawsuit, spotlighting accountability for federal policy shifts.
Ed-Tech Boom Drives Surge in Securities Litigation Risks
Post-pandemic ed-tech growth has led to rising securities litigation and investment risk. GCs must address new challenges as financial strains and lawsuits mount.
California Supreme Court to Hear Gilead 'Duty to Innovate' Patent Case
The California Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Gilead Tenofovir Cases, addressing the pharmaceutical industry's legal duty to innovate and expedite safer drugs.
Judge Tells Musk to State 'I Am Not a Lawyer' at OpenAI Hearing
Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers required Elon Musk to confirm he is not a lawyer while testifying in the $150B OpenAI lawsuit, spotlighting courtroom decorum in tech litigation.
DOJ Submits Draft-Mark Motion in High-Stakes White House Ballroom Case
The DOJ filed a court motion marked 'DRAFT' in the $400M White House ballroom dispute, raising questions about review standards and government litigation process integrity.
Delaware Court: SEC Disgorgement Not a Penalty for D&O Insurance
A Delaware court ruled that SEC disgorgement payments are not penalties and are covered under D&O insurance policies, impacting how firms handle SEC enforcement actions.
Federal Judge Sanctions Lawyer for Citing AI-Generated Hallucinations
A federal court sanctioned an attorney for filing legal briefs with AI-generated hallucinations, setting a precedent on AI risks and attorney responsibility in legal practice.
Royce Clayton Ties MLB Pitcher and Socialite to Fatal Crash in Civil Suit
MLB veteran Royce Clayton's testimony links both Scott Erickson and Rebecca Grossman to a deadly 2020 crash, raising new questions in the ongoing wrongful death case.
Appeals Court Reinstates FDA Restrictions on Abortion Pill Access
A federal appeals court reinstated FDA rules requiring in-person dispensing of mifepristone, blocking telehealth prescriptions and mail delivery for abortion medication nationwide.
ERISA Class Actions Target Employer Tobacco Surcharges in Health Plans
A surge in ERISA class actions over tobacco surcharges in health plans puts employers at risk for multi-million dollar liabilities. In-house counsel should monitor this evolving trend.
Kentucky Case May Decide DOL’s Power to Seek Punitive Damages for FLSA Retaliation
A Kentucky federal court case could clarify if the Department of Labor can pursue punitive damages for retaliation under the Fair Labor Standards Act—an issue with major compliance implications.
Supreme Court Infighting Erodes Public Confidence and Legal Predictability
Supreme Court justices' public disputes highlight deep divisions, challenging legal predictability and causing record-low public approval. What legal professionals need to know.