Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
U.S. Treasury Refunds $100B After Supreme Court Voids IEEPA Tariffs
The U.S. Treasury has refunded $100 billion following the Supreme Court ruling that struck down tariffs under IEEPA, impacting importers and trade law practitioners.
California Court Allows Defamation Case Over Special Ed Assault Claims
A California court allowed a defamation lawsuit involving sexual assault claims among special education students, affecting educational and legal protections.
Complete Health Partners Settles $14M Medicare Advantage Fraud Case
Complete Health Partners Holdings settles a $14 million False Claims Act suit over Medicare Advantage risk adjustment fraud, highlighting healthcare compliance risks.
OpenAI Seeks Dismissal of Apple Trade Secrets Lawsuit Citing Security Flaws
OpenAI moves to dismiss Apple's 2026 trade secrets lawsuit, challenging security and offboarding gaps amid employee transfers.
Students Sue CU Boulder Over Speech Policies Limiting Campus Expression
Five students sued CU Boulder over speech policies that allegedly infringe First Amendment rights, spotlighting legal tensions around free speech on campuses.
New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Law Enacts Mental Health Checks Amid Lawsuit
New York's Medical Aid in Dying law includes unique mental health evaluations for terminal patients, sparking legal challenges from Catholic healthcare providers.
Christopher Kercher Launches LitiAI, an AI-Driven Litigation Firm
Christopher Kercher launches LitiAI, a litigation firm integrating AI to streamline workflows and improve client outcomes in legal disputes.
Walmart Sued Over Alleged Unlawful Collection of Voiceprints in Illinois
Walmart faces lawsuit for allegedly collecting and storing customer voiceprints without consent, violating Illinois biometric privacy law BIPA.
NY Court Dismisses VDARE's Libel Suit Against The New York Times
A New York court dismissed VDARE's libel suit against The New York Times, reaffirming strong First Amendment protections for the press.
Judge Emil Bove Dissents on Third Circuit Mandamus Denial in Mylan Case
Judge Emil Bove dissents on August 5 Third Circuit mandamus denial, citing ethical concerns over monetizing prior government service.
Survey Finds 100+ Court Sanctions Linked to AI Hallucinations Since 2023
More than 100 court sanctions have arisen from AI hallucinations in legal filings since 2023, highlighting risks for lawyers using AI tools.
DISCO Launches AI-Powered Unified Litigation Platform
DISCO introduces a unified litigation platform integrating AI workflows, eDiscovery, and case insights to boost litigation efficiency.
Oregon Broker Sentenced for $14M Wire Fraud Exposes Payment Risks
Jeremy Todd Briley sentenced for $14 million wire fraud involving payment brokers, highlighting risks in contract payment processing and oversight.
Aug 2026: 11th Circuit Upholds Florida Minor Ban on Adult Drag Shows
In August 2026, the 11th Circuit upheld Florida's law banning minors from adult drag shows, affecting First Amendment and compliance issues.
Environmental Groups Appeal Denial to Defend Prairie Chicken Protections
Environmental groups petition the Fifth Circuit to overturn a decision blocking their defense of lesser prairie-chicken endangered species protections.
NCAA Expands Eligibility to Five Seasons After Judge’s Ruling
The NCAA now allows Division I athletes five seasons over five years after a federal judge's ruling, prompting legal and compliance challenges for colleges.
Connecticut High Court Warns of AI Hallucinations in Litigation Docs
Connecticut Supreme Court flags risks of ChatGPT-generated fabrications in legal filings, urging cautious use of AI-assisted drafting.
eBay, Ex-Execs Settle $56M Lawsuit Over Journalist Harassment
eBay and former executives settle $56M lawsuit over harassment claims involving journalists, highlighting legal risks for corporate retaliation.
11th Circuit Remands City of Brunswick’s Mercury Suit Against Georgia Power
The 11th Circuit sent the City of Brunswick's mercury pollution lawsuit against Georgia Power and Honeywell back to federal court, impacting environmental litigation risks.
23 States Warn of Vote Suppression as SCOTUS Reviews Trump Voting Order
A coalition of 23 states challenges Trump's 2026 executive order on mail-in voting, raising vote suppression concerns ahead of Supreme Court review.