Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Investors Certified in Carvana Class Action Over Compliance Claims
Class of investors certified in lawsuit alleging Carvana misled on vehicle title compliance, inflating stock prices amid regulatory actions.
Passengers Sue 7 Airlines Over Fare Collusion Using Shared Pricing Data
Two passengers sue seven major airlines accusing them of colluding with shared pricing data to inflate fares, amid FTC investigations into personalized pricing.
Judge Orders Albertsons to Pay $900M for Role in WA Opioid Crisis
King County judge orders Albertsons to pay $900M for fueling opioid epidemic in Washington, reinforcing corporate accountability in public health.
NY Appellate Panel Questions Trump’s Presidential Immunity Defense
A New York appellate panel challenged Donald Trump’s presidential immunity claim in his hush money conviction appeal, signaling judicial skepticism.
Russell Brand Convicted of Rape and Sexual Assault in UK Trial
Russell Brand was convicted of one rape and three sexual assaults dating from 1999 to 2009 in a London court, sparking debate on consent and celebrity accountability.
Florida Appeals Court Allows Child Safety Lawsuit Against Meta to Proceed
Florida court rejects Meta's Section 230 defense in child safety suit, impacting social media platform liability and regulation.
Naresh Bhatt Testifies in Wife's Murder Trial Amid Circumstantial Evidence
Naresh Bhatt testifies in his 2026 murder trial, challenging strong forensic and digital evidence against him in Virginia.
Seventh Circuit Reviews Jurisdiction in Forced Labor Suit Against Milwaukee Tool
The Seventh Circuit hears a case on whether US courts can hear forced labor claims abroad under TVPRA, impacting corporate accountability.
DOJ Confirms High Error Rate in California Voter List, Courts Reject Ballot Challenges
The DOJ admitted errors in its California voter list compromise election challenges; courts denied efforts to discard over 20,000 ballots in 2026 midterms.
Wildtype and UPSIDE Foods Challenge Texas Ban on Lab-Grown Meat
Two lab-grown meat startups legally challenge Texas's ban on cultivated seafood and poultry, spotlighting economic protectionism issues in food law.
Supreme Court to Decide Limits on Federal Officials’ Qualified Immunity
SCOTUS will hear a case defining when federal officials lose qualified immunity in constitutional violation claims, impacting civil rights litigation.
Jeffries to Lead Democratic House Majority After 2026 Midterms
Hakeem Jeffries will become Speaker after Democrats secure House majority in 2026 midterms, impacting legal and regulatory agendas.
Minneapolis, Houston Voters Protest ICE at Memorials with ‘I Voted’ Stickers
On Election Day 2026, voters in Minneapolis and Houston protested ICE by placing stickers at memorials, signaling voter activism around immigration enforcement.
Oregon Wildfire Victims Back Jury Instruction in $1B PacifiCorp Case
Oregon wildfire victims defend jury instructions in $1B lawsuit against PacifiCorp, shaping wildfire liability and class-action law.
Minnesota Judge Orders ICE to Return Deported Nicaraguan to U.S.
Federal court orders ICE to return Kenis Lopez Gonzalez from Central African Republic due to procedural failings in deportation.
OCC Seeks Dismissal or Transfer in State Lawsuit Over Mortgage Escrow Rules
OCC renews motion to dismiss or move lawsuit challenging federal preemption of state mortgage escrow interest laws.
Federal Judge Blocks Sony’s Bid to Arbitrate Smart TV Privacy Lawsuit
A federal judge denies Sony’s motion to compel arbitration in a class action over smart TV data collection, letting the privacy lawsuit proceed in court.
DC Circuit Judge Flags ICE's Ban on Surprise Congressional Visits as Likely Unlawful
A D.C. Circuit judge likens ICE's seven-day notice rule for lawmaker visits to unconstitutional interference with Congress, impacting oversight rights.
Delaware Court Rejects Private Equity Buyer's Suit, Applies California Law
Delaware Court of Chancery dismisses PE buyer's suit enforcing a restrictive covenant, prioritizing California law over Delaware contract terms in cross-state dispute.
Court Bars Plaintiff Who Opted Out from Leading New Class Action
A federal court rules that opting out of a prior class settlement prevents plaintiffs from leading subsequent class actions, impacting litigation strategies.