Litigation
Major court decisions, class actions, landmark rulings, and significant procedural developments
Texas Mall Owner Seeks Dismissal in 2023 Mass Shooting Lawsuit
Simon Property Group appeals to Texas Supreme Court to dismiss negligence claims over 2023 Allen mall shooting, with potential to reshape premises liability.
Ex-Kosovo President Thaçi Sentenced to 25 Years for War Crimes
Kosovo's former President Hashim Thaçi convicted and sentenced to 25 years by The Hague court for wartime torture and murder during the 1998-1999 conflict.
Duterte appears at ICC facing 62,000 evidence exhibits before trial
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte appears at ICC with 62,000 evidence exhibits ahead of November 2026 trial, highlighting legal tech and defense challenges.
UK Tribunal OKs $351M Google App Store Fee Settlement
UK Competition Appeal Tribunal approves $351M Google app fee settlement, a key precedent for antitrust claims in digital marketplaces.
Ninth Circuit Questions Executive Power Over Arctic Oil Lease Cancellations
The Ninth Circuit panel challenges the scope of executive authority on Alaska Arctic oil lease cancellations, raising legal uncertainties for energy sector counsel.
Hawaii Supreme Court Reviews $222M Fee Cap in Maui Wildfire Litigation
Hawaii Supreme Court reviews $222M attorney fee cap in $4.03B Maui wildfire settlement, with implications for mass tort legal strategies.
Fourth Circuit Reviews Dismissal of Indictments Due to U.S. Attorneys’ Appointments
The Fourth Circuit reviews dismissal of indictments tied to Trump-appointed U.S. Attorneys amid questions about appointment legality and prosecution validity.
Trial Begins for DC Council Member Trayon White Sr. on Bribery Charges
Trial started Sept 15, 2026, for DC Council member Trayon White Sr. accused of bribery linked to city contracts for violence prevention.
Taxi Firms Use Uber Arbitration Clauses to Push Price-Fixing Case to Arbitration
Several taxi companies invoke Uber’s arbitration agreements to compel individual arbitration in a California price-fixing lawsuit, raising legal questions about third-party arbitration rights.
Eighth Circuit Allows Doctor’s Lawsuit Over Medical Board’s COVID Probes
The Eighth Circuit ruled Dr. Scott Jensen can sue Minnesota’s medical board over investigations linked to his COVID-19 speech, clarifying First Amendment protections for doctors.
Meta Faces Renewed Lawsuit Over Buffalo Shooting’s Hate Content Links
Victims' families renewed their lawsuit against Meta, alleging the company’s platforms fueled radicalization behind the 2022 Buffalo shooting.
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Rejects One-Sided Arbitration Clauses
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that arbitration clauses granting one party 'sole discretion' are unenforceable under Louisiana law, affecting contract drafting.
Inquiry Faults Countess of Chester Hospital for Failures in Lucy Letby Case
The Thirlwall Inquiry finds Countess of Chester Hospital failed to act on nurse Lucy Letby's harmful conduct, raising legal liability issues for healthcare management.
Seventh Circuit: Delay in Litigation Can Waive Arbitration Rights
The Seventh Circuit rules that delayed litigation can waive arbitration rights despite no-waiver contract clauses, impacting dispute resolution strategies.
Mortgage Bankers Association Sues New Jersey Over Disparate Impact Rule
Mortgage Bankers Association sues New Jersey challenging its new disparate impact regulation, with broad implications for lending discrimination law and compliance.
Fourth Circuit Narrows Advocacy Groups’ Standing in SC Juvenile Detention Suit
Fourth Circuit limits advocacy groups' ability to sue over South Carolina juvenile detention conditions, impacting civil rights litigation strategies.
Utah Coach Escapes Negligence Claims; Assault Charges Reinstated
Utah Supreme Court reinstates assault charges against tennis coach Wilcox after child restraint incident; negligence claims dismissed.
AI Data Centers Face Rising Litigation Risks Over Power Failures
AI data centers' heavy power use strains grids, sparking lawsuits and liability concerns for operators and legal counsel.
California Man Pleads Guilty to Santa Maria Courthouse Bombing
Nathaniel McGuire pleaded guilty to federal charges in the 2024 Santa Maria Courthouse bombing that injured five and targeted law enforcement.
Federal Court Lets Libel-by-AI Claim Against Google Move Forward
Judge Durkin denies dismissal of James Keene's defamation suit over Google's AI-generated content, advancing AI liability issues in media law.