Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Jon Prosser Denies Apple Trade Secret Leak Conspiracy Allegations
Jon Prosser files formal denial of conspiracy in Apple iOS 26 leak lawsuit, highlighting legal risks of tech leaks for IP litigators.
Third Circuit Revives Huckabee's False Ad Lawsuit Against Meta
The Third Circuit reinstates Mike Huckabee’s false advertising suit versus Meta over CBD endorsement ads, signaling heightened scrutiny of big tech's ad practices.
Investors Sue Oracle Over Undisclosed $56B Debt Tied to OpenAI Deal
Oracle faces a securities fraud lawsuit alleging undisclosed $56 billion debt raised for its $300 billion OpenAI cloud contract, raising compliance concerns.
Judge Grants Summary Judgment to Dismiss Trump Media Group Defamation Suit
A federal judge dismissed Trump Media Group's defamation suit against the Washington Post via summary judgment, underscoring high actual malice standards for public figures.
Judge Denies Summary Judgment in Reggaeton Copyright Fight Over 'Fish Market'
Federal judge denies summary judgment in Jamaican producers' suit over reggaeton's 'Fish Market' track, highlighting challenges in music copyright cases.
Hawaii University Officials Granted Immunity in Free Speech Lawsuit
Court grants personal immunity to University of Hawaii officials in a First Amendment case involving professor discipline over Black History Month remarks.
Berkeley, Shelters Clash Over ADA Lawsuit From Disabled Homeless
A lawsuit by disabled homeless individuals sparks public disputes between Berkeley city and shelters over ADA compliance responsibility.
Judge Dismisses Asthma Claims Against USPS Over Mail Carrier’s Pepper Spray
A federal judge rejected asthma claims linked to a USPS mail carrier's pepper spray use on a dog, underscoring causation challenges in public liability cases.
Long Island Ambulette Operators Charged in $35M Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Two Long Island ambulette operators charged with $35 million Medicaid fraud involving false trip billing and kickbacks, highlighting Medicaid vulnerabilities.
Eighth Circuit Revives Kansas City Conversion Therapy Ban Challenge
The Eighth Circuit revived a legal challenge to Kansas City's conversion therapy ban following the Supreme Court's March 2026 ruling on free speech.
Supreme Court to Hear Assault Weapons Ban Challenges from CT, IL
The US Supreme Court will review key cases challenging assault weapons bans in Connecticut and Cook County, potentially reshaping gun law nationwide.
Courts Uphold Federal Power to Hold Local Governments Liable Under ESA
Recent court rulings affirm federal authority to hold local governments liable under the Endangered Species Act, impacting environmental compliance and federalism debates.
States Enact New Death Penalty Laws Challenging Kennedy v. Louisiana
Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi enact death penalty laws for child rape, prompting Supreme Court precedent debate from 2008 Kennedy case.
Family Files Negligence Lawsuit After Bat Exposure at Nugget Hotel
A family sued Nugget Hotel Casino over bat exposure and rabies shots, spotlighting legal risks for hospitality providers and guest safety.
Federal Court Orders ICE to Release Pakistani Detainee Held Nearly Two Years
A federal court in Louisiana ordered ICE to release a Pakistani detainee held 21 months due to failed third-country transfer efforts, citing constitutional limits.
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights Unveils Discrimination Strategy Playbook
Maryland's Civil Rights Commission published a detailed 'Elements of Proof' guide to clarify legal standards for discrimination cases across sectors.
Court Rejects VPPA Dismissal in Gaming Site Google Tag Data Case
Massachusetts court denies motion to dismiss VPPA claims against Valnet’s gamerant.com for Google tag video-viewing disclosures, highlighting privacy risks.
Krafton, Unknown Worlds Settle $250M Earnout Dispute
Krafton and Unknown Worlds settled a $250 million lawsuit over a Subnautica 2 earnout after a Delaware court ruling and leadership reinstatement.
DOJ Charges 455 in 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown
DOJ charged 455 defendants in a record healthcare fraud operation involving $6.5B in false claims across 45 states.
SCOTUS 2025-26 Term: 30 Cases Decided, Key Issues Ruled
The Supreme Court's 2025-26 term ended with 30 decisions on birthright citizenship, tariffs, and presidential power.