Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Boeing Faces Negligence Suit Over Employee Child’s Birth Defects
A Washington appeals court ruled Boeing can be sued for negligence after a worker’s child was born with birth defects linked to chemical exposure, expanding employer liability.
SF Bar Sues Landlord After Viral Hose Video Spurs Threats, Losses
Barbarossa Lounge in San Francisco sues landlord for $2.5M, alleging viral video fallout caused threats, security costs, and revenue loss. Legal test for reputational harm.
Bed Bath & Beyond Files Antitrust Suit Against Keurig Over K-Cup Practices
Bed Bath & Beyond sued Keurig on May 18, 2026, alleging K-Cup monopoly tactics. The case highlights antitrust risks for legal teams in franchise product markets.
Colorado Supreme Court Orders Hospital to Resume Gender-Affirming Care
Colorado Supreme Court’s 5–2 ruling requires Children’s Hospital Colorado to restore gender-affirming care for transgender youth, shaping healthcare and civil rights law.
Alex Murdaugh Sues Ex-Clerk Over Jury Tampering in Murder Trial
Alex Murdaugh files a federal lawsuit against ex-Clerk Rebecca Hill, alleging jury tampering cost him $600,000 in defense expenses after his murder conviction was overturned.
Brooklyn woman gives birth in court, prompting calls to review detention care
A Brooklyn defendant gave birth during her arraignment, raising questions about detention and court protocols for pregnant women and sparking calls for urgent investigation.
Trump Drops $10B IRS Lawsuit; DOJ Unveils $1.776B Compensation Fund
Donald Trump withdraws $10B tax lawsuit as DOJ announces a $1.776B fund for alleged victims of government targeting, drawing legal and political scrutiny.
Federal Circuit Affirms Noninfringement in Actelion v. Mylan ANDA Case
The Federal Circuit affirmed noninfringement in Actelion v. Mylan, clarifying how disclosure-dedication and prosecution history estoppel limit pharma patent enforcement.
Hong Kong Tiananmen Vigil Trial Nears End with Final Arguments Heard
A Hong Kong court entered the final phase of the national security trial for Tiananmen vigil organizers, spotlighting tensions over public assembly rights and Beijing's security law.
Court Upholds New York Gun Ban in Public Parks, Limits Private Property Rule
A federal appeals panel upholds New York's ban on guns in public parks but limits concealed carry restrictions on private property, shaping gun rights jurisprudence.
Supreme Court to Clarify Title IX Protections for University Employees
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide if university employees can bring sex discrimination claims under Title IX, clarifying protections for staff nationwide.
Canada’s Top Court Recognizes Intimate Partner Violence Tort
The Supreme Court of Canada has recognized intimate partner violence as a distinct civil tort, creating new legal pathways for survivors and impacting litigation strategies nationwide.
Judge Orders $625K in Unauthorized Attorney Fees Returned to Michael Jackson Estate
A Los Angeles judge orders $625,000 in unauthorized attorney bonuses returned to Michael Jackson's estate, spotlighting fiduciary standards for executors.
Richard Glossip released on bond after nearly 30 years on Oklahoma death row
Richard Glossip released on $500K bond after 29 years in prison, highlighting legal concerns over wrongful convictions, death penalty appeals, and justice system delays.
G. Robert Blakey, RICO Act Drafter and Law Professor, Dies at 90
G. Robert Blakey, architect of the RICO Act and investigator of the JFK assassination, has died at 90. His legacy shaped organized crime prosecution and legal education in the U.S.
Ontario Court Clarifies Partial Judgments, Compliance, and Insurance Risk
Ontario Court of Appeal's May 2026 civil rulings clarify limits on partial summary judgment, insurance liability, and court order compliance—essentials for Ontario litigators.
Supreme Court Affirms Federal Courts’ Power in Arbitration Award Cases
The Supreme Court ruled federal courts can confirm or vacate arbitration awards if the original case was filed in federal court, clarifying jurisdiction under the FAA.
San Diego Pays $450K to Settle Street Performer “Bubble” Lawsuit
San Diego settles lawsuit with street performer Sandy Snakenberg for $450,000 after a citation for liquid littering during a bubble show, raising questions on public space enforcement.
Arizona Judge Lets Groundwater Lawsuit Against Fondomonte Move Forward
An Arizona judge ruled a lawsuit over Fondomonte's groundwater usage can proceed, setting precedent for water rights enforcement and environmental compliance in arid U.S. states.
Disney Secures $1.6M in Fees After Winning 'Moana' Trade Secret Suit
A federal judge awarded Disney $1.6M in attorney fees after dismissing forged trade secret claims over 'Moana,' underscoring court intolerance for bad-faith IP litigation.