Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Judge Blocks DHS Attempt to End TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
A federal judge has blocked DHS efforts to end Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopians, preserving protection for thousands and setting a precedent for ongoing TPS litigation.
Military Families Challenge Feres Doctrine After Hawaii Jet Fuel Leak
A Hawaii lawsuit from military families contests the Feres Doctrine, which bars service members from suing the government over service-related injuries, following a mass water contamination.
PPC Initiates London Arbitration Against Maersk Over Panama Port Takeover
Hong Kong's Panama Ports Company files arbitration in London against Maersk, alleging breach of contract tied to Panama port operations. Dispute underscores cross-border complexity.
Delaware Supreme Court: Some News Reports Can Justify Corporate Records Demands
A split Delaware Supreme Court decision allows, in rare cases, news articles published after a formal demand to serve as a credible basis for corporate records suits. Legal teams should heed this n...
Second Circuit Dismisses Hernández Appeal After Trump Pardon
The Second Circuit dismissed ex-Honduran President Hernández’s appeal after a Trump pardon, spotlighting the far-reaching impact of presidential pardons on international criminal cases.
Delaware Chancery Nixes Section 225 Claim Over Fake Corporate Records
The Delaware Court of Chancery rejected a director determination action based on fraudulent documents, clarifying its stance on governance disputes in a key March 2026 ruling.
Washington’s New Millionaire Tax Faces Constitutional Lawsuit
Washington's 9.9% income tax on millionaires, effective 2028, is facing a swift legal challenge, testing the state's constitutional limits and tax planning for the wealthy.
Federal Judge Sends Wiretap Dispute Back to Pennsylvania State Court
A Pennsylvania federal court remanded wiretap and privacy claims to state court, clarifying forum options for legal teams. Recent state rulings also bolster defense arguments.
Planned Parenthood Sues to Halt Nevada Parental-Notice Abortion Law
Planned Parenthood is challenging Nevada's reinstated parental-notice abortion law for minors, raising legal questions for compliance and counsel post-Dobbs.
John Deere Settles Right-to-Repair Suit for $99 Million
John Deere will pay $99 million to settle claims it restricted farmers' repair access, marking a major development in right-to-repair legal battles.
Combs Appeals Sentence Citing Use of Acquitted Conduct
Sean Combs challenges his federal sentence, arguing the judge improperly used acquitted conduct, highlighting a major issue in criminal sentencing practices.
Mercor Hit by Lawsuits, Client Suspensions After LiteLLM Data Breach
Mercor faces lawsuits and major client suspensions after a March 2026 data breach tied to LiteLLM. Legal teams must assess vendor risk, cybersecurity, and contractual liability exposure.
Seventh Circuit: BIPA Damages Cap Applies Retroactively
The Seventh Circuit ruled the 2024 BIPA amendment limiting damages applies retroactively, reducing litigation risk for biometric data users and shifting legal strategy.
DraftKings Faces Trial Over Deceptive 'Risk-Free Bet' Ads in Pennsylvania
A federal judge lets Pennsylvania plaintiffs' false advertising lawsuit against DraftKings' 'risk-free bet' promos proceed, spotlighting compliance risks for gambling operators.
Jefferson Health Sues Aetna Over Medicare Advantage Reimbursement Policy
Jefferson Health's lawsuit against Aetna over its Medicare Advantage payment policy highlights rising legal tensions over insurer reimbursement strategies impacting providers.
Panama Ports Company Files Arbitration Against Maersk Over Port Takeover
Hong Kong's PPC has initiated London arbitration against Maersk after Panama reassigned key canal ports, escalating international contract disputes and cross-border legal risks.
Upstart Hit with Securities Lawsuit over AI Lending Model Claims
Upstart faces a securities class action in SDNY alleging misleading AI model disclosures. The case highlights compliance risks as finance companies deploy AI systems.
NY Court Ruling Narrows Claims in Advanced Bionics Implant Case
Southern District of NY clarifies express preemption in Wieder v. Advanced Bionics, impacting future medical device litigation and compliance for Class III device manufacturers.
India's Supreme Court Affirms Post-Award Extension of Arbitrator Mandate
India’s Supreme Court confirms courts may extend arbitrators’ mandate post-award, resolving key procedural uncertainty in arbitration for Indian and cross-border disputes.
UK Court to Hear Microsoft Appeal in $3.5B Software Resale Dispute
The UK Court of Appeal will review Microsoft's challenge to a ruling favoring ValueLicensing on the resale of pre-owned software licenses, impacting a £3.5B class action.