Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
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.
DOJ’s Bulk Sensitive Data Rule Spurs New Class Action Risks
The DOJ's Bulk Sensitive Data Transfer Rule introduces complex compliance challenges and fuels class action litigation risks related to sensitive data transfers.
Meta Faces $1.4T Penalty Demand in Youth Safety Lawsuit This August
Meta faces a $1.4 trillion penalty demand from multiple U.S. states in an August trial over alleged youth safety and privacy violations on Facebook and Instagram.
CIPA Wiretap Lawsuits Surge Past 800 Over Website Tracking in 2025
CIPA lawsuits targeting website tracking technologies surged past 800 claims in 2025, prompting California legislative review of S.B. 690.
Texas Court Partially Rules for Dallas College in Faculty Discrimination Case
A Texas federal court partially granted summary judgment to Dallas College in a Title VII retaliation claim involving a former professor's alleged forced resignation.
New Workplace Investigation Risks Heighten Employer Legal Exposure
Recent rulings and expert advice show how mishandled workplace investigations increase legal risks for employers in harassment and safety cases.
Prince Harry loses UK tabloid privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher
UK High Court dismisses Prince Harry's privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail's publisher, impacting media law and celebrity privacy rights.
LOGZONE Settles $507K False Claims Act Case Over Cybersecurity Compliance
LOGZONE pays $507K to settle FCA allegations over false cybersecurity compliance claims on Navy contracts, highlighting FCA risks for contractors.
Ex-Officer Details Sniper Pad Evidence in Kirk Murder Trial
Ex-Utah officer testifies on sniper pad linked to Tyler Robinson in politically charged Charlie Kirk murder case, with key forensic evidence discussed.
Judge Rebukes Trump-Era Energy Grant Lawsuit Transfer as 'Deeply Troubling'
A federal judge sharply criticized the Trump Energy Department's 2025 request to move clean energy grant lawsuits, highlighting legal risks for funding disputes.
California Federal Court Grants Employer Summary Judgment Despite Whistleblowing
California federal court rules for Pfizer, granting summary judgment despite plaintiff's protected whistleblowing claims, emphasizing documented performance issues.
DOJ, States Settle Egg Price-Fixing Lawsuit with $3.3M Payments
DOJ and 17 states settle with egg producers over price-fixing, imposing $3.3M payments and compliance mandates.
Bricks & Minifigs Sues Over LEGO Franchise Dispute With $300K RICO Claim
Bricks & Minifigs sued Mansell and Schneider in Utah, alleging racketeering and defamation over LEGO franchise disputes.
Judge Allows Trump’s $15B Libel Suit vs. NY Times, Penguin to Proceed in Florida
U.S. District Judge rules Trump’s $15 billion defamation case against NY Times and Penguin Random House will proceed in Florida, shaping venue strategies in major libel cases.
10th Circuit Bars Kansas Price Gouging Claims Citing Federal Preemption
The 10th Circuit affirms federal preemption over Kansas consumer price gouging claims tied to energy rates, limiting state consumer protection in regulated markets.
Ohio Federal Court Orders USCIS to Process Immigrant Applications Now
An Ohio federal court orders USCIS to process 15 immigrant applications, challenging Trump-era policies delaying approval.
Georgia Appeals Court Dismisses Libel Suit Over ICE Hysterectomy Broadcast
Georgia appeals court rejects Dr. Amin's defamation claim against Sinclair over ICE detainee hysterectomy report, highlighting media ID requirements.
HelloFresh Sued for Ignoring Consumer Opt-Out Requests Under TCPA
HelloFresh faces a federal TCPA lawsuit for allegedly sending 45 unsolicited texts after opt-out requests, following previous settlements on consumer protections.
Federal Circuit Upholds Nuedexta Patent Injunction, Vacates Zero-Dollar Bond
Federal Circuit affirms injunction in Nuedexta patent case but vacates zero-dollar bond, clarifying standards on patent injunction bonds for litigators and counsel.
Seventh Circuit Restores Gun Rights for Those with Past Mental Commitments
The Seventh Circuit ruled that individuals previously committed to mental institutions may regain Second Amendment rights, reshaping gun law enforcement.