Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Federal Circuit Endorses Unjust Enrichment Damages Under DTSA
The Federal Circuit formally permits unjust enrichment damages in Defend Trade Secrets Act cases, guiding legal professionals on new damage calculations.
Federal Court in Washington Orders Reddit Mod to Pay $4.5M to Nintendo
Federal court in Washington orders Reddit moderator to pay $4.5 million to Nintendo over Switch piracy and block online stores distributing pirated games.
Fourth Circuit Rules Real-Time Cellphone Tracking Is a Fourth Amendment Search
The Fourth Circuit ruled that real-time tracking via cell-site simulators constitutes a Fourth Amendment search, impacting privacy and surveillance law.
Europe’s Human Rights Court Upholds 40-Year Sentences in Malta Journalist Murder
The ECHR rejected appeals by Daphne Caruana Galizia's killers over claims of rushed defense, affirming fairness of trial and legal representation.
Court Mostly Dismisses Pennsylvania Sen. Mastriano’s Lawsuit Over Ph.D.
Federal court dismisses most claims in Sen. Mastriano’s lawsuit over alleged academic inaccuracies but allows a false light privacy claim to proceed.
ICC Convicts Mahamat Said Abdel Kani in Landmark CAR Crimes Case
The ICC convicts Mahamat Said Abdel Kani for 2013 crimes against humanity in CAR, marking a major legal precedent for international justice.
Judge Dismisses Trump's Lawsuit Over Iowa Poll Against Des Moines Register
Iowa judge dismisses Trump's defamation suit against Des Moines Register and pollster over 2024 election polling, affirming media protections.
St. Paul Police Chief Sues Mayor and City Over Harassment Allegations
St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry sues Mayor Kaohly Her and the city alleging sexual harassment and retaliation despite a city investigation clearing the mayor.
Warren Sapp Sues Tampa Over Police Trespass at 2026 City Council Meeting
Warren Sapp filed a federal First Amendment lawsuit after Tampa police trespassed him during a 2026 city council meeting, raising free speech and police power issues.
UK Charges Doctor in 1994 Rwanda Genocide for Directing Murders
Dr. Vincent Brown charged in UK with crimes tied to 1994 Rwanda genocide, marking UK's first prosecution of this kind.
DOJ Moves PPP Fraud Enforcement Toward Civil False Claims Act Cases
The DOJ shifts PPP fraud enforcement to civil False Claims Act suits, increasing risk for companies over affiliate loan eligibility.
Harvey Weinstein Gets 15 Years in New York for 2006 Sexual Assault
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York after 2025 conviction, adding to his 16-year California sentence, closing a high-profile #MeToo case.
Texas A&M LGBTQ Groups Appeal Drag Show Ban over First Amendment
Texas A&M LGBTQ groups appeal drag show ban citing free speech, following key court rulings on First Amendment protections for drag performances.
Court Allows Coal Ash Pollution Lawsuit to Proceed in Susquehanna River Case
U.S. District Judge advances lawsuit alleging Talen Energy coal ash pollutes Pennsylvania's Susquehanna River, highlighting regulatory challenges.
Trial Set for GEO Group Officer Charged in July ICE Protester Shooting
Judge orders trial for GEO Group officer Brandon Booth over July 2026 protester shooting outside Aurora ICE center, raising use-of-force questions.
OpenAI Moves to Dismiss US Mass Shooting Lawsuits, Citing Canadian Jurisdiction
OpenAI seeks dismissal of US lawsuits over 2026 Canadian school shooting, arguing cases belong in Canadian courts due to jurisdictional issues.
AI-Generated Documents Pose New Challenges in E-Discovery
AI-generated evidence is increasingly entering e-discovery, raising issues of authenticity, privilege, and reliability for legal teams.
D.C. Circuit Confirms White House Press Access Is a Privilege, Not a Right
On Sept 24, 2026, the D.C. Circuit ruled that White House press access is a privilege, not a First Amendment right, affecting media credential policies.
Baja Homicide Trial Highlights Forensic Evidence in Execution-Style Killings
Forensic analysis in 2024 Baja triple homicide reveals key legal insights on execution-style gunshot wounds, aiding criminal investigations involving foreign victims.
Idaho Appeals Federal Injunction on Near-Total Abortion Ban
Idaho challenges a federal court injunction limiting its near-total abortion ban, arguing the ruling is too broad amid ongoing litigation.