Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Supreme Court to Review Race-Based Admissions in Maryland Magnet Schools
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case challenging race-conscious admissions in Montgomery County magnet schools, testing affirmative action in K-12 education.
Second Circuit Revives Lidl Wage Claims Over Employee Waiting Time
The Second Circuit ruled Lidl must compensate employees for waiting before shifts, highlighting labor law risks for employers.
Supreme Court Denies Khalid Sheikh Mohammed’s Plea Deal Revival
The Supreme Court rejected Khalid Sheikh Mohammed’s plea deal revival, affirming Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s death penalty authority.
Elon Musk Settles Lawsuits Over $1M Daily Voter Lottery
Elon Musk settles lawsuits alleging deceptive practices in $1M daily voter lottery tied to 2024 election compliance risks.
FBI Witness Details American Woman's IS Training to Fit In Socially
Halima Salman, 27, is on trial in New York for receiving IS military training, highlighting insights into radicalization motives and legal challenges.
Judge Denies Bail Reduction for Couple Accused of Abusing 21 Children
A Los Angeles judge denied bail reduction for Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang, accused of severe child abuse involving 21 children born mostly through surrogacy.
Three Men Sentenced to 158 Years for 2024 Baja Surfer Murders
Three men convicted and sentenced to over 158 years for the 2024 murders of surfers in Baja California, highlighting cross-border justice issues.
Arizona Joins Nevada’s 2026 Lawsuit Over Colorado River Water Cuts
Arizona joined Nevada's 2026 lawsuit challenging federal Colorado River water cuts, escalating legal disputes over water rights and resource management.
Appeals Court Upholds Dismissal of Devin Nunes' Libel Suit Against NBC
The Second Circuit upheld dismissal of Devin Nunes' defamation suit over Rachel Maddow comments, affirming media protections under actual malice standard.
Colorado Judge Denies Bond Despite New Trial for Woman in Child Fire Deaths
A Colorado judge found Brady violations warranting a new trial for Deborah Nicholls but denied her bond, spotlighting prosecutorial duties and trial fairness.
NM Judge Tosses Charges Against Actor Timothy Busfield Over Prosecutor Misconduct
A New Mexico judge dismissed criminal charges against actor Timothy Busfield citing prosecutorial misconduct in his grand jury indictment.
Judge Denies Gag Order in Cornell Jane Doe Lawsuit Citing Free Speech
Judge Phaedra Perry-Bond refused to impose gag orders on attorneys in the Cornell Jane Doe case, upholding First Amendment rights amidst concerns of media influence.
Cyberattack Disrupts US Bankruptcy Courts' Digital Notice Systems
A cyber incident at BAE Systems disrupts US bankruptcy courts' electronic notices, causing delays and operational challenges for legal practitioners.
Court Clarifies AI Expert Research Discovery vs. Trial Prep Protection
A key court ruling defines discoverable AI expert case summaries versus protected trial prep in litigation discovery.
Supreme Court Reviews Ontario’s Redevelopment Immunity Law
Canada's top court heard constitutional challenges to Ontario’s Rebuilding Ontario Place Act, which grants immunity for redevelopment projects.
Oregon School Shooting Kills 4; Civilian Fatally Shoots Attacker
Four people died in an Oregon elementary school shooting halted by a civilian shooter; legal and policy questions arise about gun access and intervention.
Judge Clears Mesa Police Negotiators; Wrongful Death Case Continues
Judge dismisses claims against Mesa police negotiators in wrongful death suit; lawsuit against city moves forward, highlighting police liability issues.
American Airlines Hit with $36M Racial Discrimination Lawsuit by Former Cadets
Eighteen former American Airlines pilot cadets file a $36M lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and financial harm from the Cadet Academy program.
Florida AG Sues Discord Over Child Safety in Predators Lawsuit
Florida Attorney General sues Discord for violating child protection laws, seeking significant fines amid rising regulatory scrutiny of social platforms.
Fourth Circuit Revives Virginia Schools' Challenge Over Trans Bathroom Funding
The Fourth Circuit allows Virginia school districts to challenge DOE's funding freeze tied to transgender bathroom policies, impacting Title IX and school policies.