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NYC Renters Sue Compass Over Listings Removal Driving Rent Hikes
A new class-action lawsuit alleges Compass's removal of listings from Zillow and StreetEasy led to NYC rent surges, challenging real estate marketplace practices.
Colorado Court OKs Warrantless DNA Test from Trash in 1981 Murder Case
Colorado Court of Appeals upholds warrantless DNA testing from trash in 1981 murder case, reaffirming Fourth Amendment precedent on abandoned property.
Mass. Appeals Court Vacates Harassment Order, Citing Due Process Violations
Massachusetts Appeals Court vacates a harassment prevention order against a self-represented protester, emphasizing due process and protected speech in harassment cases.
Illinois Court Allows DOJ Challenge to State Bivens and CASPA Laws
Illinois federal court rules DOJ can challenge state laws regulating federal agents, impacting federal-state enforcement powers.
Europe Faces New 'Megafire' Normal Amid Rising Wildfire Risks
Europe's worst wildfire season in 2025 signals legal and regulatory challenges with new EU strategies and liability rulings.
Judge Denies Bail for Ex-Real Estate Investor Luke Brugnara Again
Luke Brugnara's third bail request rejected over $350K bond doubts, spotlighting judicial risk assessments in high-profile cases.
Ex-Cop Testifies Duane Davis Admitted Role in Tupac Murder Trial
Ex-police officer testifies that Duane Davis admitted involvement in Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder case now on trial in Las Vegas.
Court Blocks ATF Ghost Gun Rules Against Defense Distributed
Federal court bars enforcement of ATF ghost gun regulations, allowing Defense Distributed to distribute parts and kits for 3D-printed firearms.
Former Meta Engineer Says Safety Tools Were Designed to Fail in Teen Harm Trial
Former Meta engineer testifies that social media safety tools were intentionally ineffective, fueling ongoing teen harm lawsuit and potential regulatory shifts.
Federal Judge Orders New Environmental Review of Utah Coal Mine
A federal judge mandates a new environmental review for Utah coal mine expansion, citing flaws in greenhouse gas analysis, impacting compliance standards.
Trump Delays 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods for Three Days After Talks
U.S. delays 50% tariffs on $20B Canadian goods following talks; impacts trade law and cross-border business under Section 338 of the Tariff Act.
Court Allows Epstein Survivors’ Suit Against DOJ to Proceed Despite Hurdles
A federal court lets 30+ Jeffrey Epstein survivors continue their lawsuit against DOJ over case mishandling and compliance with transparency law.
Glynn Simmons Sues Detective After Nearly 50 Years Wrongly Imprisoned
Glynn Simmons, exonerated after 48 years, sues detective for civil rights violations in wrongful conviction case.
Federal Authorities Charge 17 in Iran-Backed Hack of 100,000 Academics
Federal authorities charge 17 individuals linked to Iran-backed Mabna Institute for hacking 100,000 academic emails worldwide, raising cybersecurity concerns.
Colleges Sue DHS Over New Four-Year Visa Cap for Students
A coalition of colleges challenges DHS's new rule capping student visas at four years, citing harms to U.S. higher education and economy.
California’s Privacy Agency Fines Data Broker $150K for Opt-Out Failures
The California Privacy Protection Agency fined a data broker $150,000 for failing to meet consumer opt-out requirements under new privacy laws.
10th Circuit Questions Burden of Proving Native Status in Tribal Crime Cases
10th Circuit overturns convictions due to government's failure to prove non-Indian status, impacting tribal land crime jurisdiction and legal strategies.
Federal Judge Blocks DOJ Request for Minnesota Voter Data
A federal judge blocked the DOJ's attempt to obtain Minnesota voter data, marking another legal defeat amid national disputes over voting privacy and jurisdiction.
Federal Court Upholds DHS Authority to End Somali TPS Amid Lawsuits
Federal court upholds DHS discretion to terminate Somali Temporary Protected Status, affecting immigration law and humanitarian protections.
NC Governor Vetoes Bill Letting Chief Justice Suspend Judges Without Pay
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper vetoes bill that would allow chief justice to suspend elected trial judges without pay, citing judicial independence concerns.