Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Class Action Alleges CeraVe Baby Ointments Use Adult Formula
A July 2026 class action claims CeraVe baby ointments share formulas with adult versions despite sensitive skin claims, raising liability concerns.
Plaintiffs' Bar Files More Lawsuits Under Driver’s Privacy Protection Act
A surge in lawsuits citing the Driver’s Privacy Protection Act signals rising privacy risks for vehicle data handling in the US.
New Alito Biography Details His Conservative Supreme Court Impact
Peter Canellos' 2026 biography of Justice Samuel Alito reveals his judicial philosophy and role in key Supreme Court rulings affecting U.S. law.
SCOTUS Narrows Gun Law Restrictions, Opens New Assault Rifle Review
Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii handgun carry ban and plans to hear assault rifle case, reshaping gun law limits for legal professionals and policymakers.
Illinois Court: Emotional Distress Means More Than $1 in Defamation Cases
Illinois appellate court rules nominal damages insufficient when emotional distress evidence exists in defamation per se cases, refining legal standards for damages.
Federal Judge Upholds Salvation Army’s Methadone Ban in Rehab Centers
A federal judge ruled the Salvation Army can lawfully prohibit methadone in its rehab centers, highlighting First Amendment protections for faith-based organizations.
Ohio Judge Blocks NCAA Eligibility Rules for 24 College Hoops Players
Ohio judge grants injunction allowing 24 college basketball players to compete despite new NCAA age eligibility rules, challenging NCAA authority.
Ex-Epoch Times CFO Pleads Guilty to $67M Money Laundering Scheme
Former Epoch Times CFO Bill Guan pleaded guilty to a $67 million international money laundering conspiracy, exposing major financial fraud risks in media companies.
Seventh Circuit Upholds Illinois Assault Rifle Ban Ahead of Supreme Court Review
The Seventh Circuit ruled the Illinois assault rifle ban constitutional, paving way for Supreme Court review amid national gun law debates.
Texas Judge Indicted, Suspended, Resigns Under Lifetime Ban
Texas Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez indicted for official oppression, suspended, and resigns under lifetime ban following judicial misconduct case.
Jewish Man Appeals Religious Discrimination Denial in Franchise Case
Domanic appeals Fifth Circuit over denial of Christian Brothers Automotive franchise citing religious discrimination under 42 U.S.C. 1981.
Uber Faces Illinois Lawsuit Over Biometric Data Use to Adjust Fares
Uber is sued in Illinois for allegedly using drivers' biometric data without consent to manipulate fares, raising privacy and labor law issues for gig economy lawyers.
NY AG Sues 3M, DuPont Over PFAS Contamination in $2B Lawsuit
New York AG Letitia James sues 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva for PFAS pollution, seeking cleanup costs and consumer warnings.
Former Wisconsin Judge Fined $5K After Obstructing ICE Arrest
Ex-Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan fined $5,000 after conviction for obstructing ICE agents during courthouse arrest of an immigrant.
NY Times Says OpenAI Hid Evidence in ChatGPT Copyright Lawsuit
The New York Times accuses OpenAI of concealing key datasets and tools in a major ChatGPT copyright trial, raising stakes on AI data transparency.
Using AI for Legal Advice Risks Waiving Attorney-Client Privilege
New court rulings warn clients may lose attorney-client privilege by using AI legal tools before lawyer consultation. Key for GCs to know.
Texas Inmate Appeals to Fifth Circuit to Vacate Murder Conviction
Michael Kevin Adams filed a post-conviction appeal to vacate his Texas murder conviction, raising key procedural issues in the Fifth Circuit.
German Court Convicts Telegram Predators Using Coded Language in Abuse Network
German prosecutors convict four men in Telegram predator network case, highlighting encrypted crimes and law enforcement challenges.
7th Circuit Rules No Concrete Injury Needed for FCRA Claims
The 7th Circuit's July 8, 2026 ruling removes 'concrete injury' requirement for FCRA claims, reshaping compliance and litigation for credit data handlers.
Faculty Unions Sue Texas Tech, Claim Unconstitutional Censorship of Course Content
Faculty unions sue Texas Tech University, alleging censorship of race, gender, and sexual orientation topics violates constitutional rights.