Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Seventh Circuit Upholds Illinois Assault Rifle Ban Ahead of Supreme Court Review
The Seventh Circuit ruled the Illinois assault rifle ban constitutional, paving way for Supreme Court review amid national gun law debates.
Texas Judge Indicted, Suspended, Resigns Under Lifetime Ban
Texas Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez indicted for official oppression, suspended, and resigns under lifetime ban following judicial misconduct case.
Jewish Man Appeals Religious Discrimination Denial in Franchise Case
Domanic appeals Fifth Circuit over denial of Christian Brothers Automotive franchise citing religious discrimination under 42 U.S.C. 1981.
Uber Faces Illinois Lawsuit Over Biometric Data Use to Adjust Fares
Uber is sued in Illinois for allegedly using drivers' biometric data without consent to manipulate fares, raising privacy and labor law issues for gig economy lawyers.
NY AG Sues 3M, DuPont Over PFAS Contamination in $2B Lawsuit
New York AG Letitia James sues 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva for PFAS pollution, seeking cleanup costs and consumer warnings.
Former Wisconsin Judge Fined $5K After Obstructing ICE Arrest
Ex-Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan fined $5,000 after conviction for obstructing ICE agents during courthouse arrest of an immigrant.
NY Times Says OpenAI Hid Evidence in ChatGPT Copyright Lawsuit
The New York Times accuses OpenAI of concealing key datasets and tools in a major ChatGPT copyright trial, raising stakes on AI data transparency.
Using AI for Legal Advice Risks Waiving Attorney-Client Privilege
New court rulings warn clients may lose attorney-client privilege by using AI legal tools before lawyer consultation. Key for GCs to know.
Texas Inmate Appeals to Fifth Circuit to Vacate Murder Conviction
Michael Kevin Adams filed a post-conviction appeal to vacate his Texas murder conviction, raising key procedural issues in the Fifth Circuit.
German Court Convicts Telegram Predators Using Coded Language in Abuse Network
German prosecutors convict four men in Telegram predator network case, highlighting encrypted crimes and law enforcement challenges.
7th Circuit Rules No Concrete Injury Needed for FCRA Claims
The 7th Circuit's July 8, 2026 ruling removes 'concrete injury' requirement for FCRA claims, reshaping compliance and litigation for credit data handlers.
Faculty Unions Sue Texas Tech, Claim Unconstitutional Censorship of Course Content
Faculty unions sue Texas Tech University, alleging censorship of race, gender, and sexual orientation topics violates constitutional rights.
Federal Judge Rules Against Investment Scam Suits Targeting Meta
A federal judge ruled that victims lack standing to sue Meta over WhatsApp investment scams, setting a precedent limiting tech company liability.
Ninth Circuit Rules Ex-Netflix Employee Must Arbitrate Sexual Harassment Case
Ninth Circuit holds that California's arbitration block law does not apply retroactively, requiring ex-Netflix employee to arbitrate sexual harassment claims under pre-existing agreement.
Costco Sued in Washington Over Lead-Contaminated Orgain Protein Powder
Costco faces a class-action lawsuit over Orgain protein powder contaminated with lead and other heavy metals, highlighting legal risks for retailers.
Legal Battles Erupt Over New Mexico’s New PFAS Rule
Multiple lawsuits challenge New Mexico's PFAS regulations, potentially reshaping compliance for industries and enforcement precedents.
Fourth Circuit Denies Immunity to Ex-Salvadoran Colonel in Journalist Killings
US appeals court rules ex-Colonel Reyes Mena lacks sovereign immunity in 1982 Dutch journalist killings case, underscoring accountability in human rights law.
William D. Zabel, Civil Rights Lawyer, Dies at 89 in July 2026
William D. Zabel, key lawyer in Loving v. Virginia and financial litigation expert, died in July 2026 at age 89.
German Doctor Sentenced to Life for Murdering 15 Patients
Berlin court convicts doctor Johannes M. of 15 patient murders, highlighting legal and forensic challenges in prosecuting medical serial killers.
Judge Orders Trump to Pay $5M to E. Jean Carroll After Supreme Court Denial
A federal judge enforces $5 million damages to E. Jean Carroll in defamation case as Supreme Court lets verdict stand.