Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
DOJ Files Third Federal Charge Against Ex-FBI Chief James Comey
DOJ filed new federal charges against former FBI Director James Comey, alleging 2016 leaks of classified info. Legal pros watch implications for federal prosecutions.
Fifth Circuit Revives Privacy Class Action Over Meta Pixel Use
The Fifth Circuit allows a class action to proceed against Meta Pixel's use on health websites, increasing legal risks for data handling.
9th Circuit Blocks Trump’s Request to Halt 20,000 California Ballots
The Ninth Circuit rejected the Trump administration's emergency appeal to block 20,000 California mail ballots, emphasizing judicial limits ahead of trial court review.
Quinn Emanuel Tops BTI's 2027 Most Feared Litigation Firms Report
Quinn Emanuel ranks No. 1 for fifth straight year in BTI Consulting's 2027 Most Feared Litigation Firms, a key insight for legal teams.
Walmart Faces Class Suit Over Misleading Stevia Sweetener Labels
Walmart sued for falsely labeling erythritol-heavy sweeteners as stevia in California, raising risks for legal teams on labeling compliance.
Supreme Court's Conservative Majority Shifts Power in Key Rulings
Supreme Court's conservative majority limits federal agency power and reshapes election law, impacting constitutional interpretation for legal professionals.
Judge Rejects Dismissal of Indictment Over Threatening Post About Synagogue
U.S. federal court upholds indictment for threatening social media post targeting synagogue, clarifying limits on free speech threats online.
AI Deepfakes Disrupt Court Evidence: 26 Cases Reported by Oct 2026
AI deepfakes challenge evidence reliability in courts with 26 cases by 2026, prompting legal reforms across jurisdictions.
Florida Judge Rules AI Chats May Be Discoverable in Punitive Damages Case
A Florida magistrate judge ruled AI platform communications may be discoverable to assess punitive damages in a defamation lawsuit.
Ex-FBI Leaders Charged With Lying to Congress on Hunter Biden Laptop
Two former FBI leaders face charges for allegedly lying to Congress about Hunter Biden's laptop during 2023 testimony, raising legal and political stakes.
Lawsuit Targets Lil Baby and SF Nightclub Over Super Bowl Party Shooting
A lawsuit claims Lil Baby and Dahlia's Lounge had inadequate security during a Super Bowl party shooting injuring NFL player Keion White.
Eleventh Circuit Ends Administrative Exhaustion for Statutory ERISA Claims
Eleventh Circuit removes requirement to exhaust administrative remedies before federal court for statutory ERISA claims, easing litigation access.
Mississippi School District Sues Sports Brands for Price Fixing
Hancock County School District sues sports brands over alleged price-fixing from 2010-2023, citing DOJ Sherman Act cases. Antitrust risks in public school procurement.
Colorado Court Issues First Warning on AI 'Hallucinations' in Filings
Colorado court flags risks from AI-generated fake legal citations, urging lawyers to verify AI content to avoid sanctions and protect case integrity.
Ten States Push Back Against OCC Dismissal Bid in Mortgage Escrow Lawsuit
Ten states oppose OCC's motion to dismiss suit challenging new rules on mortgage interest-on-escrow accounts, with a court ruling expected Nov 20.
German Court Clarifies Age Bias vs. Workplace Bullying vs. Rudeness
German Labor Court of Mannheim distinguishes age discrimination, bullying, and rude behavior in a key ruling, guiding multinational employers on workplace misconduct standards.
Trump Admin Sues to Remove Duplicate Dan Sullivan from Alaska Ballot
The Trump administration sues Alaska to block a second Dan Sullivan candidacy, raising legal questions on ballot name disputes and election compliance.
Father and Son Charged in $1.6B Rehab Fraud Scheme with Abuse Claims
Nathan and David Young face charges for a $1.6 billion rehab fraud involving abusive practices targeting addiction patients in Southern California.
Judge orders Trump to attend deposition in $10B BBC defamation case
U.S. Magistrate Judge orders former President Trump to sit for a deposition by December 11 in a $10B defamation suit against BBC over a disputed documentary.
Minnesota Appeals Court Upholds Restraining Order Against Anti-LGBTQ Speech
Minnesota Court of Appeals upholds restraining order limiting anti-LGBTQ speech that targeted a therapist and pride advocate, highlighting speech and harassment legal boundaries.