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Instagram Head Says No Single Fix for Teen Safety on Platform
Instagram's chief testifies that teen safety lacks a single solution amid legal scrutiny; whistleblower claims challenge Meta's priorities and safety tools.
11th Circuit Tosses $12M Verdict in Carnival Sexual Assault Case
The 11th Circuit Court overturned a $12M sexual assault verdict against Carnival, ordering a new trial and emphasizing jury's role in maritime cases.
Courthouse News Sues Georgia Clerks Over Delayed Court Filing Access
Courthouse News Service sues nine Georgia county clerks over delayed public access to new court pleadings, challenging restrictions on transparency.
Ninth Circuit Upholds Block on Trump-Era Federal Grant Conditions
On Aug. 25, 2026, Ninth Circuit upheld injunction barring certain Trump-era federal grant conditions, protecting local government funding rules.
Federal Judge Blocks Texas Drag Ban Law Again in 2026
A federal judge permanently enjoins Texas Senate Bill 12, striking down the drag ban law again on constitutional grounds in 2026.
Pew: Half of Americans Distrust AI in Healthcare, Fear Privacy Risks
Pew survey reveals 50% of Americans feel uneasy about AI in healthcare amid data privacy concerns and lack of HIPAA coverage for open-source models.
DOJ Sues Ohio Court to Block Warrant Requirement for Courthouse Immigration Arrests
DOJ filed suit against Ohio court rule requiring warrants for courthouse immigration arrests, intensifying federal vs. local enforcement clash.
Nevada Sues Interior Dept. Over Colorado River Water Cuts
Nevada sues U.S. Interior Department over new Colorado River water cuts set for 2027-28, challenging legal fairness and regulatory process.
Federal Judge Blocks Ohio's Proof-of-Citizenship Voter Rule
A federal judge halts Ohio's proof-of-citizenship voter registration requirement, citing conflict with federal law ahead of midterms.
Brazil fines TikTok $30M for mishandling child data
Brazil's data regulator fines TikTok $30 million for alleged violations in handling minors' data, highlighting rising global social media enforcement.
Judge Dismisses AIDS Healthcare Foundation's Antitrust Suit Against Express Scripts
A federal judge dismissed AIDS Healthcare Foundation's 2024 antitrust claims against Express Scripts over specialty pharmacy contracts in Louisiana.
PA Federal Court Allows White Employee’s Discrimination Suit to Proceed
A Pennsylvania federal court lets a white employee's racial and disability discrimination claims against Equis Research move forward, highlighting legal risks in diversity policies.
FBI Offers $25K Minimum Rewards for 50+ Unsolved Native American Cases
FBI launches Voices Not Forgotten initiative with $25K minimum rewards for over 50 unsolved Native American cases to improve justice access.
Lil Durk Faces Federal Trial for 2022 Murder-for-Hire Conspiracy
Lil Durk stands trial in LA federal court for a 2022 murder-for-hire conspiracy, highlighting criminal conspiracy litigation in entertainment law.
BBC Prepares to Dismiss Trump's $10B Defamation Suit Over Jan. 6 Film
BBC revamps legal strategy to dismiss Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit over January 6 documentary ahead of 2026 election cycle.
Judge Lets California's Kids Social Media Law Move Forward Despite Appeals
A federal judge rejected tech companies’ bid to block California's law restricting addictive algorithmic feeds for minors, advancing digital safety regulation.
ILTACON Spotlights Legal Challenges in Preserving AI-Generated Data
ILTACON 2026 highlights legal risks and strategies for preserving AI-generated data amid evolving regulations like the EU AI Act and GDPR.
Psychologist: Lindsay Clancy Was Not Acutely Psychotic When Killing Children
New testimony in Lindsay Clancy trial challenges her defense's claim of postpartum psychosis during tragic killings, highlighting legal mental health debates.
Second Circuit Revives Amazon Workers' Class Action for Security Screening Pay
The Second Circuit reinstated Amazon workers' class action seeking backpay for unpaid security screening time, reaffirming employee rights under Connecticut law.
Ninth Circuit Allows Border Patrol to Resume Stops in California
The Ninth Circuit overturned a judge's ban on Border Patrol stops in California, impacting immigration enforcement and civil rights litigation.