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Q, LLC Files 2023 Trademark Suit Over Parody 'Q' on AR-15 Parts
Q, LLC sued Bad Attitude Department in 2023 for trademark infringement over a parody 'Q' logo on AR-15 parts, raising key trademark and free speech issues.
California Appeals Court Dismisses License Plate Data Privacy Suit
California appeals court upholds dismissal of a license plate data privacy lawsuit due to lack of legal standing under ALPR statute.
PA Supreme Court: Game Wardens Need Warrants to Enter Posted Land
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court unanimously ruled that game wardens must get warrants before entering posted private land, overturning a 2007 precedent.
Washington Judge Orders Shutdown of Kalshi Prediction Market
A Washington court halts Kalshi's operations citing violations of state gambling and consumer laws, signaling rising legal conflicts over prediction markets.
Lululemon Sued Over Alleged Fake 'Phantom Discounts'
Lululemon faces a lawsuit alleging deceptive advertising via inflated prices to create fake discounts, raising compliance issues for retailers.
Judge Tosses DOJ Suit Challenging Minnesota Sanctuary Policies
A federal judge dismissed the DOJ lawsuit against Minnesota sanctuary city policies, affirming local autonomy against federal immigration enforcement demands.
One Held After Arson at NYC ICE Facility Cancels Naturalization Ceremony
One suspect arrested after arson outside NYC ICE facility injures three and cancels naturalization ceremony, FBI investigates motives in politically charged attack.
Arizona Supreme Court orders in-camera review of Phoenix police union records
Arizona Supreme Court directs confidential review of Phoenix police union bargaining records, clarifying public records exemptions amid transparency debate.
NJ Court Rejects RNC’s Request for Expanded Voter Data Access
New Jersey court bars RNC from accessing expanded voter rolls, clarifying limits on political parties’ data requests under OPRA.
Mahmoud Khalil Sues for $20M Over ICE Detention and Political Targeting
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil files $20M federal lawsuit alleging wrongful ICE detention and conspiracies with pro-Israel groups.
Ebola Deaths Pass 930 in Congo as Strikes and Attacks Disrupt Response
Ebola deaths in DRC surpass 930 amid healthcare worker strikes and attacks on response teams, raising legal and compliance challenges.
Federal Court Lets Defamation Suit Against NYC Officials Move Forward
A federal court denied dismissal of a defamation lawsuit by nonprofit leader Tamika Smith against NYC officials, highlighting municipal liability standards.
Supreme Court to Review Gov't Seizure of Pilot's Plane Over Six-Pack
SCOTUS agrees to hear case challenging Alaska's forfeiture of a $95K plane for carrying beer to a dry village, testing limits of Excessive Fines Clause.
Federal Judge Pauses $110B Paramount-Warner Bros Merger for 14 Days
A federal judge issued a 14-day halt on the $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros merger citing antitrust concerns, signaling challenges for media M&A and BigLaw.
DOJ Moves to Dismiss Lawsuit Over Anti-Weaponization Fund After Court Block
DOJ seeks dismissal of lawsuits after federal judge blocks $1.776B anti-weaponization fund tied to Trump IRS settlement, impacting civil rights litigation.
Six Journalists Killed in Mexico in 2026 Amid Criticism of Government Response
Six journalists, including Josué Martínez Contreras and Roxana Guzmán Ramírez, were killed in Mexico in 2026, raising concerns over government protection and impunity.
Third Circuit Rules NJ Assault Weapons Ban Unconstitutional
The Third Circuit struck down New Jersey's assault weapons ban, citing the 2022 Supreme Court Bruen ruling, reshaping gun law enforcement.
Court Appoints Receiver to Oversee Arizona Prison Healthcare
A court-appointed receiver will manage Arizona's prison healthcare amid ongoing reform disputes and planned state appeals.
Utah man charged with hate crimes in religiously motivated stabbing
Utah prosecutors charge Peter Larsen with hate crimes and attempted aggravated murder for stabbing a Muslim man at a mall.
Judge Denies Injunction in Meta AI Layoff Discrimination Suit
A federal judge denies temporary injunction blocking Meta layoffs alleged to target workers on protected leave using AI, underscoring employment law challenges.