Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Judge Blocks Texas AG Paxton's Lawsuit Against ActBlue
U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns issues injunction blocking Texas AG Ken Paxton's lawsuit against fundraising platform ActBlue over alleged foreign donations.
US Appeals Order to Refund Billions in Unlawful IEEPA Tariffs
The US government appeals a court order requiring billions in refunds for unlawful IEEPA tariffs, impacting multinational firms and tariff compliance.
SEC Chair Atkins Boosts Insider Trading Enforcement with 'Back to Basics' Push
SEC Chair Paul Atkins intensifies focus on insider trading and fraud enforcement, impacting legal and compliance strategies in 2025-2026.
Supreme Court Upholds SEC's Power to Seek Disgorgement Without Investor Loss
The Supreme Court unanimously affirms SEC's authority to obtain disgorgement in enforcement cases without proving investor pecuniary loss, impacting securities litigation.
Supreme Court: Bankruptcy Filing Error Won't Block Injury Lawsuit
The Supreme Court ruled that accidental bankruptcy paperwork errors don’t bar debtors from personal injury suits, clarifying procedural protections.
Courtroom Raises $3M to Launch AI Trial Simulation Platform
Courtroom secured $3M in June 2026 to develop AI-powered trial simulations aiding litigation strategy for law firms and corporate legal teams.
Judge Acquits NYC Councilman Brad Lander in ICE Protest Case
U.S. Magistrate Judge Henry J. Ricardo acquitted Brad Lander in a 2026 obstruction case linked to a 2025 ICE protest, clarifying protest legal limits.
Mass. High Court Limits Chapter 93A Claims in Right of First Refusal Cases
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rules that breaching a right of first refusal contract alone isn't a Chapter 93A violation, clarifying consumer protection limits.
NH Supreme Court Overturns Murder Conviction in High-Profile Child Death Case
New Hampshire Supreme Court reverses father’s second-degree murder conviction in daughter’s death, but upholds other charges, impacting child abuse prosecutions.
SC Supreme Court Grants Civil Immunity in Castle Doctrine Self-Defense Case
South Carolina Supreme Court rules employees with castle doctrine criminal immunity also get civil immunity in self-defense shootings, impacting future tort law.
LMNT sues health app Oasis over false lead contamination claims
LMNT files federal lawsuit against Oasis app for false statements about lead levels in LMNT electrolyte products, raising legal risks in health tech sectors.
9th Circuit Upholds FMCSA Preemption of California Driver Break Rules
The 9th Circuit confirmed FMCSA's authority to override California meal and rest break rules for passenger drivers, affecting labor compliance in transport.
GAO Report Flags Safety, Waste Issues at Texas ICE Facility
GAO report finds safety, medical, and financial failings at Texas ICE detention center, prompting contractor change and DHS action.
California Court Lets Privacy Claims Proceed Against Inspire Brands Over Cookies
A California court denied in part Inspire Brands' motion to dismiss class action alleging unauthorized tracking despite opt-outs, highlighting data privacy challenges.
Virginia Appeals Court Overturns Convictions on Obscene Sexual Gesture
Virginia Court of Appeals reverses two obscene sexual display convictions, refining legal standards on simulated masturbation acts under state law.
CA, RI, WI States Sue Over Federal Special Ed Grant Cuts
California, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin sue the US Education Department over termination of federal special ed development grants, raising legal challenges.
Judge Rules Truthful Reporting on Criminal Expungements Isn't Libel
A federal judge ruled that truthful articles about criminal charges and expungements do not constitute libel, clarifying media law and privacy rights.
LA Jury Acquits Atkins of Murder After Police Kill Trader Joe’s Employee
A Los Angeles jury acquitted Gene Evin Atkins of murder despite police killing employee Melyda Corado during his 2018 rampage.
Richard Barnett Files $18M Claim for Alleged Abuse During Jan. 6 Detention
Richard Barnett, convicted Jan. 6 rioter, files $18 million claim alleging brutal pretrial detention abuse, highlighting detainee rights legal risks.
FDA Backs Rule Requiring Vape Makers to Prove Flavors Aid Smoking Cessation
FDA defends rule mandating vape manufacturers demonstrate flavored products better help smokers quit, impacting regulatory and legal strategies.