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Texas Seeks To Reinstate Anti-Boycott Fossil Fuel Law After Court Block
Texas appeals to the Fifth Circuit to lift injunction against SB 13, a law penalizing companies boycotting fossil fuels amid First Amendment challenges.
Tennessee Court Upholds $3.9 Million Punitive Award Against Contractor Despite Waiver
Tennessee Court of Appeals affirms a $3.9 million punitive damages award against a contractor, ruling damage waivers don't block fraud claims.
Investors Certified in Carvana Class Action Over Compliance Claims
Class of investors certified in lawsuit alleging Carvana misled on vehicle title compliance, inflating stock prices amid regulatory actions.
Passengers Sue 7 Airlines Over Fare Collusion Using Shared Pricing Data
Two passengers sue seven major airlines accusing them of colluding with shared pricing data to inflate fares, amid FTC investigations into personalized pricing.
Judge Orders Albertsons to Pay $900M for Role in WA Opioid Crisis
King County judge orders Albertsons to pay $900M for fueling opioid epidemic in Washington, reinforcing corporate accountability in public health.
Feds Charge 3 Men in $129M AI CEO Impersonation Fraud
Federal authorities charged three men for using AI to impersonate CEOs and steal $129 million, highlighting compliance risks for corporations and investors.
Shearman & Sterling Pledges $1.1B, 3% Billable Time to AI Development
Shearman & Sterling allocates $1.1 billion and 3% of billable hours over five years to develop AI tools, reshaping BigLaw workflows and competition.
Mexican Judge Arrested in Colombia for $2M Bribe to Free Canadian Drug Lord
Mexican judge Luis Benítez arrested in Colombia for accepting $2M bribe tied to Canadian drug trafficker's release. Highlights cross-border judicial corruption risks.
Justice Elena Kagan Shapes Supreme Court Coalitions and Decisions
Justice Elena Kagan’s coalition-building influences Supreme Court rulings and legal strategies, offering insights for legal professionals and litigators.
California’s AI Law Enables Chatbot Harm Lawsuits Starting 2026
California’s 2026 AI law allows private lawsuits over chatbot harms, raising legal risks amid growing U.S. and global regulation.
Montana Voters Approve Ban on Corporate Election Spending, Defying Citizens United
Montana's Initiative 194 bans corporate spending in state elections, setting up a major legal challenge to Citizens United and reshaping campaign finance regulations.
NY Appellate Panel Questions Trump’s Presidential Immunity Defense
A New York appellate panel challenged Donald Trump’s presidential immunity claim in his hush money conviction appeal, signaling judicial skepticism.
Legal Implications of LA’s Mayoral Shift: Raman Wins on Progressive Platform
Nithya Raman’s LA mayor win signals legal shifts in housing, policing, and municipal governance requiring close legal attention.
California Governor Commutes All 548 Death Sentences to Life Without Parole
Governor Newsom commutes all death sentences in California to life without parole, marking a historic shift in state criminal justice policy.
GM Settles for $220M Over Unauthorized Sale of Driver Data
General Motors agrees to $220 million settlement for improper sale of drivers' data, highlighting key privacy risks in auto tech.
DOJ Defers Some Local Merger Reviews to State Attorneys General
The DOJ shifts merger review of local deals to state attorneys general, impacting antitrust due diligence and legal strategies nationwide.
Russell Brand Convicted of Rape and Sexual Assault in UK Trial
Russell Brand was convicted of one rape and three sexual assaults dating from 1999 to 2009 in a London court, sparking debate on consent and celebrity accountability.
AI Efficiency May Shift Legal Billing Back to Billable Hours
AI efficiency could reshape legal billing, potentially reviving billable hours over alternative fee arrangements for corporate counsel.
Florida Appeals Court Allows Child Safety Lawsuit Against Meta to Proceed
Florida court rejects Meta's Section 230 defense in child safety suit, impacting social media platform liability and regulation.
Colorado Court Allows Enforcement of New Assault Rifle Rules
Colorado courts uphold enforcement of new semiautomatic rifle restrictions requiring safety course completion.