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Texas Inmate Appeals to Fifth Circuit to Vacate Murder Conviction
Michael Kevin Adams filed a post-conviction appeal to vacate his Texas murder conviction, raising key procedural issues in the Fifth Circuit.
German Court Convicts Telegram Predators Using Coded Language in Abuse Network
German prosecutors convict four men in Telegram predator network case, highlighting encrypted crimes and law enforcement challenges.
Faculty Unions Sue Texas Tech, Claim Unconstitutional Censorship of Course Content
Faculty unions sue Texas Tech University, alleging censorship of race, gender, and sexual orientation topics violates constitutional rights.
Federal Judge Rules Against Investment Scam Suits Targeting Meta
A federal judge ruled that victims lack standing to sue Meta over WhatsApp investment scams, setting a precedent limiting tech company liability.
Ninth Circuit Rules Ex-Netflix Employee Must Arbitrate Sexual Harassment Case
Ninth Circuit holds that California's arbitration block law does not apply retroactively, requiring ex-Netflix employee to arbitrate sexual harassment claims under pre-existing agreement.
Costco Sued in Washington Over Lead-Contaminated Orgain Protein Powder
Costco faces a class-action lawsuit over Orgain protein powder contaminated with lead and other heavy metals, highlighting legal risks for retailers.
Federal Court Orders USCIS to Resume Work Permit Processing
A federal court vacated USCIS policies delaying work permit approvals for nationals from 39 countries, mandating immediate compliance.
Cash App to Pay $45M for Security and Fraud Protection Failures
Block Inc. settles for $45M with 46 states over Cash App security failures and fraud risks, reinforcing fintech consumer protection enforcement.
FTC Antitrust Settlement Forces John Deere to Open Repair Tools Under Right-to-Repair
FTC and five states settle with John Deere, requiring open repair tools for farmers and independent shops, marking a key right-to-repair legal precedent.
Connecticut Tightens Data Privacy Rules for Businesses Starting July 2026
Connecticut's expanded Data Privacy Act lowers thresholds, broadens sensitive data definitions, and adds new business compliance requirements.
Fourth Circuit Denies Immunity to Ex-Salvadoran Colonel in Journalist Killings
US appeals court rules ex-Colonel Reyes Mena lacks sovereign immunity in 1982 Dutch journalist killings case, underscoring accountability in human rights law.
German Doctor Sentenced to Life for Murdering 15 Patients
Berlin court convicts doctor Johannes M. of 15 patient murders, highlighting legal and forensic challenges in prosecuting medical serial killers.
Judge Orders Trump to Pay $5M to E. Jean Carroll After Supreme Court Denial
A federal judge enforces $5 million damages to E. Jean Carroll in defamation case as Supreme Court lets verdict stand.
Austrian Court Rules Hotel's Burkini Ban Discriminatory
An Austrian court found a hotel’s burkini ban discriminatory against Muslim women, highlighting anti-discrimination protections in hospitality.
UK Parties Boycott Nigel Farage’s Clacton By-Election
Major UK parties boycott Nigel Farage’s July 2026 Clacton by-election amid undeclared donation probe.
Sinaloa Cartel Leader Faces U.S. Federal Narcoterrorism Charges
Carlos Paez Pereda, a Sinaloa Cartel leader, was federally charged with narcoterrorism and major drug trafficking offenses in 2026.
Federal Judge Blocks DOJ Demand for 2020 Fulton County Election Worker Data
A federal judge blocked DOJ's broad subpoena for personal data of 2020 Fulton County election workers, underscoring privacy and election integrity concerns.
21 States Sue HUD Over Homeless Funding Conditions
A coalition of 21 attorneys general and two governors sued HUD over unlawful conditions tied to homeless funding, challenging $3B funding shifts.
NFL Sued Over Tracking Fans Despite Opt-Outs on Website
A class-action suit alleges NFL.com tracks fans with cookies despite opt-out requests, raising key privacy compliance issues.
Bakersfield College Settles DEI Enforcement Dispute with Professor
Bakersfield College settles with Professor Daymon Johnson, halting DEI enforcement and paying $150K in legal fees, setting a legal precedent in California.