Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Ninth Circuit Rejects California’s Challenge to Federal ATF Ghost Gun Rule
The Ninth Circuit ruled California and Giffords Law Center lack standing to challenge ATF's 2022 ghost gun regulation, affecting legal strategies.
17 State AGs Move to Suspend California's Entire EPR Law
Seventeen state attorneys general and NAW filed to pause California's SB 54, challenging it as unconstitutional and vague.
Fourth Circuit Upholds Injunction Blocking DHS Enforcement Near Houses of Worship
The Fourth Circuit upheld a preliminary injunction blocking DHS immigration enforcement near 1,400+ worship sites, citing religious freedom protections under RFRA.
California Appeals Court Reinstates iPhone Repair Lawsuit Against Apple
On August 21, 2026, a California appeals court revived a class-action suit alleging Apple blocks independent iPhone repairs, impacting compliance and vendor management.
Federal Trial Targets Meta Over Child Safety on Facebook, Instagram
Meta faces a $200B lawsuit from 29 states alleging Facebook and Instagram harm children, risking major social media legal precedents.
Supreme Court Affirms $655M Judgment on Banks’ Terror Funding Liability
Supreme Court upholds $655.5M judgment under Anti-Terrorism Act, clarifying bank knowledge standards for terrorism finance liability.
Second Circuit Blocks Trump-Appointed NY Federal Prosecutor Over Senate Rules
Second Circuit voids Trump-appointed Northern District of New York prosecutor's role, citing Senate confirmation violations and halting key investigation.
Texas Appeals Court Cuts Alex Jones' Punitive Damages to $750K Each
Texas appeals court reduces Alex Jones' punitive damages in Sandy Hook defamation case but keeps $4M compensatory award intact.
10th Circuit Restores NCAA's Five-Year Eligibility Rule
The 10th Circuit Court reinstated NCAA's five-year eligibility limit, impacting thousands of college athletes amid ongoing lawsuits.
DOJ Launches National Fraud Enforcement Division to Strengthen Fraud Prosecutions
The DOJ created a centralized National Fraud Enforcement Division in April 2026 to enhance coordination in prosecuting complex fraud cases nationwide.
California Passes SB 976 to Ban Addictive Social Media Features for Teens
California enacts SB 976 banning addictive social media features for minors, setting legal precedents and compliance challenges for platforms.
DNC Sues DOJ Over Ballot Seizure Records Before 2026 Midterms
The DNC filed a FOIA lawsuit against the DOJ seeking records on ballot seizure plans ahead of the 2026 midterms, highlighting election integrity concerns.
Federal Judge Issues Injunction Blocking Mount Shasta Logging Over Owl Risks
A federal judge blocked a Mount Shasta logging project, citing USFWS failure to protect the threatened northern spotted owl under ESA.
Third Circuit Narrows Anti-Retaliation Protections for FCA Whistleblowers
The Third Circuit clarifies whistleblower protections under the False Claims Act, requiring an objectively reasonable belief of false claims for anti-retaliation coverage.
Trump Petitions Supreme Court to Hear Defamation Suit Against CNN
Former President Trump has filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to review his defamation lawsuit against CNN, potentially shaping public figure defamation law.
FTC Secures $16.5M Settlements from Celsius Network Co-Founders
The FTC reached $16.5M settlements with Celsius Network co-founders over deceptive crypto platform promises, signaling stronger regulatory action.
NYC Renters Sue Compass Over Listings Removal Driving Rent Hikes
A new class-action lawsuit alleges Compass's removal of listings from Zillow and StreetEasy led to NYC rent surges, challenging real estate marketplace practices.
Colorado Court OKs Warrantless DNA Test from Trash in 1981 Murder Case
Colorado Court of Appeals upholds warrantless DNA testing from trash in 1981 murder case, reaffirming Fourth Amendment precedent on abandoned property.
Mass. Appeals Court Vacates Harassment Order, Citing Due Process Violations
Massachusetts Appeals Court vacates a harassment prevention order against a self-represented protester, emphasizing due process and protected speech in harassment cases.
Illinois Court Allows DOJ Challenge to State Bivens and CASPA Laws
Illinois federal court rules DOJ can challenge state laws regulating federal agents, impacting federal-state enforcement powers.