Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Court Upholds $7.8M Verdict for Employees Fired Over COVID-19 Vaccines
A federal court upheld a $7.8M verdict for BART employees fired for religious COVID-19 vaccine refusal, highlighting employer risks and legal precedent.
Federal Appeals Court Reverses $31.8M Cannabis Contract Verdict
The Sixth Circuit overturned a $31.8 million marijuana contract verdict, underscoring federal prohibition's impact on cannabis litigation.
North Carolina Nets $590M Settlement from DuPont over PFAS Pollution
North Carolina settles for $590M with DuPont and Chemours over PFAS contamination liabilities, funding cleanup and local government costs.
Ukrainian Lawyer Turned Malware Coder Gets 4 Years for Ransomware Role
Oleksii Lytvynenko, a former Ukrainian lawyer turned Conti ransomware developer, sentenced to four years for cybercrime involving $150M in damages.
Judge Orders Maricopa Sheriffs to End Latino Racial Profiling
A federal judge renews orders against Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for failing to curb Latino racial profiling amid misuse of $353M in settlement funds.
Federal courts refuse to enforce marijuana contracts despite state laws
Federal courts rule marijuana-related contracts unenforceable due to federal illegality, impacting cannabis businesses' contract risks nationwide.
Trump Plan to Exclude Immigrants Could Shift Census and Voting Maps
Trump administration proposes excluding undocumented immigrants and cutting race questions from 2030 Census, impacting redistricting and representation.
Justice Kavanaugh Blocks Missouri GOP’s New Map Twice in 48 Hours
Justice Kavanaugh issued emergency stays blocking Missouri GOP’s new congressional map twice, impacting 2026 elections and election law practice.
France Probes Epstein Associates in Human Trafficking Case
France opens a human trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's network after US DOJ file release, expanding victim claims and legal scrutiny.
Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Ruling on Acting U.S. Attorneys
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to clarify legality of acting U.S. attorney appointments, affecting federal prosecution authority.
Wisconsin AG Faces Judge's Critique Over Repeat Settlement Lawsuit
Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul's repeated lawsuits over settlement control spark judicial skepticism and political tensions following a Supreme Court win.
Supreme Court Reviews Surrogacy Custody Clash Over Abortion Refusal
The Supreme Court considers a surrogacy custody dispute involving abortion refusal, with implications for family and reproductive law precedents.
Ninth Circuit Rules NCAA Eligibility Injunction Appeals Moot Amid Antitrust Claims
The Ninth Circuit dismisses NCAA appeals on injunctions tied to the five-year eligibility rule, impacting sports law and antitrust enforcement.
Fifth Circuit questions Louisiana’s bid to block abortion pill by mail
The Fifth Circuit scrutinizes Louisiana's challenge to FDA-approved mailing of abortion pills, raising key issues for reproductive healthcare law nationwide.
Minnesota Advances Lawsuit Over 2025 Immigration Surge Despite Agent Exit
Minnesota continues litigation against DHS over 2025 immigration enforcement surge, citing constitutional and procedural violations, impacting state-federal relations.
Parents Sue D4vd for Role in Daughter's Death and Alleged Abuse
Parents of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez sue musician D4vd, alleging manipulation, sexual abuse, and wrongful death related to their daughter's tragic demise.
Court Raises Bar on Consent Proof in Tracking Device Lawsuits
A federal court and the Ninth Circuit clarify stricter consent evidence standards in tracking lawsuits, impacting legal and compliance teams.
Class Action Claims Anthropic Misled Subscribers on AI Subscription Benefits
A class action filed Sept. 8 alleges Anthropic misrepresented AI subscription benefits, raising contract and consumer protection risks.
NYC Publishes 170K Pages Revealing Officials Knew 9/11 Air Was Unsafe
New York City releases over 170,000 pages exposing official knowledge of toxic 9/11 air conditions, impacting legal and compliance efforts.
Third Circuit Clarifies When Arbitration Rights Are Not Waived By Litigation
The Third Circuit ruled that defendants preserve arbitration rights when reserving them early and limiting litigation conduct to enforceability issues, guiding counsel on arbitration strategies.