Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
11th Circuit Tosses $12M Verdict in Carnival Sexual Assault Case
The 11th Circuit Court overturned a $12M sexual assault verdict against Carnival, ordering a new trial and emphasizing jury's role in maritime cases.
Ninth Circuit Upholds Block on Trump-Era Federal Grant Conditions
On Aug. 25, 2026, Ninth Circuit upheld injunction barring certain Trump-era federal grant conditions, protecting local government funding rules.
DOJ Sues Ohio Court to Block Warrant Requirement for Courthouse Immigration Arrests
DOJ filed suit against Ohio court rule requiring warrants for courthouse immigration arrests, intensifying federal vs. local enforcement clash.
Nevada Sues Interior Dept. Over Colorado River Water Cuts
Nevada sues U.S. Interior Department over new Colorado River water cuts set for 2027-28, challenging legal fairness and regulatory process.
Judge Dismisses AIDS Healthcare Foundation's Antitrust Suit Against Express Scripts
A federal judge dismissed AIDS Healthcare Foundation's 2024 antitrust claims against Express Scripts over specialty pharmacy contracts in Louisiana.
PA Federal Court Allows White Employee’s Discrimination Suit to Proceed
A Pennsylvania federal court lets a white employee's racial and disability discrimination claims against Equis Research move forward, highlighting legal risks in diversity policies.
Delaware Judge Highlights Counsel’s Integrity in Patent Suit Ruling
Judge Jennifer Choe-Groves praised counsel’s candor and responsibility in the August 2026 patent case Disruptive Resources v. Ballistic Barrier.
SCOTUSblog: No Constitutional Right to Privacy Exists
SCOTUSblog challenges the idea of a constitutional right to privacy, urging legal professionals to reconsider privacy protections and constitutional law.
Lil Durk Faces Federal Trial for 2022 Murder-for-Hire Conspiracy
Lil Durk stands trial in LA federal court for a 2022 murder-for-hire conspiracy, highlighting criminal conspiracy litigation in entertainment law.
BBC Prepares to Dismiss Trump's $10B Defamation Suit Over Jan. 6 Film
BBC revamps legal strategy to dismiss Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit over January 6 documentary ahead of 2026 election cycle.
Psychologist: Lindsay Clancy Was Not Acutely Psychotic When Killing Children
New testimony in Lindsay Clancy trial challenges her defense's claim of postpartum psychosis during tragic killings, highlighting legal mental health debates.
Second Circuit Revives Amazon Workers' Class Action for Security Screening Pay
The Second Circuit reinstated Amazon workers' class action seeking backpay for unpaid security screening time, reaffirming employee rights under Connecticut law.
Ninth Circuit Allows Border Patrol to Resume Stops in California
The Ninth Circuit overturned a judge's ban on Border Patrol stops in California, impacting immigration enforcement and civil rights litigation.
Nevada Sues Over Colorado River Cut Claiming Economic Harm
Nevada files lawsuit against federal government over Colorado River water cuts, citing economic risks and regulatory concerns for water law professionals.
Court: Ulta's Privacy Policy Alone Doesn't Meet CIPA Consent Rules
A court ruled Ulta's privacy policy alone isn't enough for valid consumer consent under California's CIPA, urging legal teams to reassess consent methods.
US Violent Crime Drops Nearly 10% in 2025, Fueled by Alcohol and Tech
US violent crime fell 9.7% in 2025, driven by reduced alcohol use, prevention programs, and policing technology
Sean Grayson, Deputy Convicted in Massey Killing, Dies in Prison at 32
Sean Grayson, convicted for killing Sonya Massey in 2024, died in prison in August 2026 at age 32, impacting legal actions and police reform debates.
Federal Circuit Limits Provisional Patents as Prior Art in Dental Patent Case
Federal Circuit rules provisional patents require written-description support to count as prior art, impacting patent litigation and prosecution strategies.
Trump and Cohen Publicly Reconcile After Years of Legal Battles
Former President Trump and Michael Cohen publicly reconcile in 2026, signaling possible shifts in ongoing investigations and legal strategies.
Judge Dismisses 7 Claims in Ben & Jerry’s Lawsuit Against Unilever
Judge Castel dismisses majority of Ben & Jerry’s suit over Unilever merger, limiting enforcement of social mission clauses in corporate contracts.