Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Eighth Circuit Revives Kansas City Conversion Therapy Ban Challenge
The Eighth Circuit revived a legal challenge to Kansas City's conversion therapy ban following the Supreme Court's March 2026 ruling on free speech.
Supreme Court to Hear Assault Weapons Ban Challenges from CT, IL
The US Supreme Court will review key cases challenging assault weapons bans in Connecticut and Cook County, potentially reshaping gun law nationwide.
Courts Uphold Federal Power to Hold Local Governments Liable Under ESA
Recent court rulings affirm federal authority to hold local governments liable under the Endangered Species Act, impacting environmental compliance and federalism debates.
States Enact New Death Penalty Laws Challenging Kennedy v. Louisiana
Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi enact death penalty laws for child rape, prompting Supreme Court precedent debate from 2008 Kennedy case.
Family Files Negligence Lawsuit After Bat Exposure at Nugget Hotel
A family sued Nugget Hotel Casino over bat exposure and rabies shots, spotlighting legal risks for hospitality providers and guest safety.
Federal Court Orders ICE to Release Pakistani Detainee Held Nearly Two Years
A federal court in Louisiana ordered ICE to release a Pakistani detainee held 21 months due to failed third-country transfer efforts, citing constitutional limits.
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights Unveils Discrimination Strategy Playbook
Maryland's Civil Rights Commission published a detailed 'Elements of Proof' guide to clarify legal standards for discrimination cases across sectors.