Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Court: No Right to Video Record Inside Tax Collector's Office
Eleventh Circuit rules against constitutional right to video record inside tax offices, clarifying public recording limits in government spaces.
French Appeals Court Confirms Achraf Hakimi Will Stand Trial on Rape Charges
French appeals court rejects dismissal, confirming footballer Achraf Hakimi will face trial for 2023 rape allegations. Legal challenges on evidence highlighted.
Ninth Circuit Rules on Gun Registration for Canadian-Born American Indians
The Ninth Circuit ruled on firearm registration and immigration status for Canadian-born American Indians under the Jay Treaty, impacting legal compliance.
HRW Exposes Abuse, Legal Fallout in Minnesota Immigration Raids
HRW reports abuse and unlawful killings in Minnesota immigration raids; federal charges follow, reshaping enforcement and civil rights cases.
Hawaii Supreme Court Reviews Maui Coastal Development Rule Challenge
Hawaii Supreme Court reviews Maui’s Special Management Area rules on coastal development, impacting environmental law and land use in Hawaii.
Class Action Claims Rivian Misled Buyers on Self-Driving Tech
A June 2026 class action alleges Rivian falsely advertised Level 3 autonomy in R1T and R1S models, raising key legal risks in autonomous vehicle marketing.
Texas Judge Rules AI Chat Outputs by Non-Lawyers Are Work Product
Texas judge finds non-lawyer AI chat outputs can be attorney work product, impacting discovery and litigation strategy in AI use cases.
Supreme Court narrows appellate waivers, allows some sentencing appeals
The Supreme Court ruled on June 18, 2026, that defendants can sometimes appeal sentencing conditions despite appellate waivers, impacting criminal defense and appellate law.
Court Lets Toyota Compel Arbitration Without Naming Individual Dealers
A June 2026 court ruling confirms Toyota can enforce arbitration broadly across dealers as third-party beneficiaries, clarifying contract law.
Unhoused Colorado Man Sues Over Police Shooting His Dog Boss
David Richardson sued Wheat Ridge police for shooting his dog, highlighting municipal liability and police use-of-force legal risks.
Hong Kong Court Upholds Ban on Advocating Election Boycotts
Hong Kong's top court upholds a law banning calls to boycott elections, affirming legal limits on political speech in 2026.
San Diego Parents Sentenced for Second-Degree Murder in Infant Starvation Case
A San Diego couple received 15 years to life for second-degree murder after their infant daughter died of starvation, underscoring legal precedent in child neglect cases.
15 Minnesotans Face Federal Conspiracy Charges Under 18 U.S.C. §372
Federal prosecutors charged 15 Minnesotans under 18 U.S.C. §372, alleging conspiracy to impede federal officers in Minneapolis. Defense cites political motives.
Virginia Judge Clears Fraud Claims Over Kratom Safety Marketing
A Virginia judge ruled that fraud claims over deceptive kratom safety claims can proceed, raising compliance risks for distributors and their legal teams.
Judge Signals Block on DHS, DOJ Grant Conditions in CA-Oregon Lawsuit
A federal judge in California signals a preliminary injunction against DHS and DOJ grant conditions linked to DEI and immigration policies in a lawsuit by 11 municipalities.
Florida Court Strikes Down Concealed Carry Age Limits for 18-20 Year Olds
Florida First District Court overturns concealed carry age limit for 18-20 year olds, affecting legal compliance and firearm rights discussions.
FTC Sues Transgender Health Group Over Minor Care Claims
FTC and four states sue WPATH for allegedly misleading claims on transgender care for minors, seeking to stop false advertising and impose penalties.
Pa. Supreme Court Tosses Social Security Theft Convictions Over Statute of Limitations
Pennsylvania Supreme Court vacated theft convictions filed 10 years late, underscoring strict adherence to prosecution deadlines for Social Security fraud.
Federal Court Lets Class Action vs. Temu on Data Sharing Proceed
A federal judge in Illinois allows a class action accusing Temu and Index Exchange of illegal data interception and sharing via ads to move forward, highlighting key privacy risks in online adverti...
Georgia GOP Postpones Redistricting After Voting Rights Protests
Georgia's GOP-led House delays redistricting after protests and a Supreme Court ruling weaken voting protections. Legal experts watch closely.