Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg Launches Corporate Crime Task Force
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg launches a Corporate Crime and Antitrust Task Force to target corporate fraud and antitrust violations in NYC, signaling increased enforcement.
Court Dismisses Autism Claims in Baby Food Suit, IQ Loss Claims Proceed
A court ruling dismisses autism and ADHD claims in baby food litigation but allows IQ loss and learning disability claims to continue.
Environmental Groups Sue EPA Over Atrazine Pollution Rules Gap
Environmental groups sued the EPA on Oct 15, 2026, over failure to set pesticide pollution standards for atrazine, sparking debate on public health and regulation.
Judge Denies Brugnara’s Misconduct Claims, Sets October Delay Hearings
Federal judge rejects prosecutorial misconduct claims in Luke Brugnara's case and sets hearings on trial delays in October 2026.
Tenth Circuit Upholds Kansas Ban on Prefilled Voter Applications
The Tenth Circuit overturned a lower court to reinstate Kansas's ban on prefilled voter mail-in applications, impacting election law compliance.
Lyft Seeks Dismissal of Negligence Claims in 134-Case Sexual Assault MDL
Lyft moves to dismiss certain negligence claims in 134-case sexual assault MDL, impacting litigation strategy and corporate liability in ride-hailing sector.
Utah Police Sued for Armed Raid Over Disputed $200K Lego Collection
Four plaintiffs sue American Fork police alleging unlawful armed raid, harassment, and civil rights violations linked to a $200,000 Lego dispute.
Court Approves $400K Settlement for Walmart Heat Safety Case
Federal court preliminarily approves $400,000 settlement for Walmart workers exposed to unsafe heat at California store, highlighting OSHA risks.
10th Circuit Shifts Burden: Defendants Must Prove Native American Status
The 10th Circuit requires defendants to prove Native American status to use tribal jurisdiction defense, reshaping federal tribal crime litigation.
Nancy Mace’s Ex-Fiancé, 2 Others Charged in 2018 Sexual Assault Case
South Carolina charges three men, including Nancy Mace’s ex-fiancé, in a 2018 sexual assault involving an incapacitated woman, highlighting legal and legislative issues.
Utah Judge Advances Manslaughter Charges in Protest Shooting
Utah judge advances manslaughter case against volunteer who shot and killed a protester at 2025 No Kings protest in Salt Lake City.
ICE Agent Testifies Emotionally in Minneapolis Assault Case Amid Jurisdiction Debate
ICE agent Gregory Morgan Jr. gave emotional testimony in a Minnesota assault case as the court weighs federal vs. state jurisdiction over immigration enforcement incidents.
Trial Begins for Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao on Corruption Charges
Federal corruption trial started for former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and three co-defendants over bribery and fraud allegations involving city contracts.
Honeywell Sues Scribd for Hosting Leaked Aerospace Trade Secrets
Honeywell Aerospace filed suit against Scribd for hosting proprietary manuals, highlighting trade secret risks and regulatory challenges in aerospace.
Joe Gibbs Racing Seeks Sanctions in NASCAR Trade Secret Case
Joe Gibbs Racing accuses former director and Spire Motorsports of trade secret theft in a high-stakes NASCAR legal dispute over confidential data.
ACLU Sues ICE Over Withholding Detainee Property After Release
ACLU files a lawsuit against ICE for failing to return personal items to detainees months after release, raising civil rights and due process concerns.
California Court Upholds Warrantless ALPR Searches in San Jose
A Santa Clara judge dismisses EFF lawsuit, ruling warrantless use of ALPR data in San Jose constitutional amid privacy debates.
Duane Davis Sentenced to 40 Years for Tupac Shakur Murder
Duane Davis was sentenced to 40 years to life in 2026 for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, closing a decades-old case with implications for criminal law.
Jury Selection Begins in Federal Death Penalty Trial of Buffalo Shooter
Jury selection starts October 13 in the federal death penalty trial of Payton Gendron for the 2022 Buffalo supermarket shooting, facing hate crime charges.
Second Circuit Limits Arbitration in Sexual Harassment Lawsuits
The Second Circuit rules that the EFAA invalidates arbitration agreements for whole lawsuits involving sexual harassment claims, aligning with other circuits.