In a recent development within the ongoing legal battle over artificial intelligence and copyright, Google has urged a California federal judge to deny publishers Hachette Book Group and Cengage Learning’s request to intervene in a class-action lawsuit concerning the use of copyrighted materials for AI training. Google contends that these publishers should initiate their own…
In a development that has garnered significant attention within the legal community, a Colorado law firm faces a proposed class action lawsuit over allegations of inadequate data protection and delayed notification regarding a data breach that reportedly occurred in February 2025. The lawsuit, filed in a state court, claims that the firm failed in its…
In a recent discussion on the legal podcast “Legal Speak,” former Minnesota prosecutor Jack Rice explored the controversial question of whether U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operates beyond the reach of the law. This debate was sparked by the deaths in January of several American citizens and immigrant detainees under ICE custody. Rice’s analysis…
The prominent law firm Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP has announced a change in its masthead, now operating as Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP. This alteration acknowledges the significant contributions of two veteran partners, Michael Wolke and Nicholas Rotter, to the firm’s long-standing success. According to the firm, the renaming reflects a commitment to…
Huel Inc., a company known for its meal replacement products, is currently facing multiple class action lawsuits alleging that its Black Edition powder contains hazardous levels of heavy metals, including lead and cadmium. These legal actions were initiated following an October 2025 investigation by Consumer Reports, which found that a single serving of Huel Black…
California has long held a precarious position in the eyes of many businesses due to its reputation as a “judicial hellhole.” This term, often used by tort reform advocates, refers to jurisdictions perceived as excessively litigious or biased against corporate defendants. A recent analysis from Bloomberg Law highlights the ongoing challenges businesses face in this…
The landscape of credit reporting litigation is poised for further escalation as state laws introduce new challenges for financial institutions and credit reporting agencies. Recently, states have been expanding their consumer protection statutes, enabling more lawsuits focused on credit reporting inaccuracies and compliance issues. These developments underscore the necessity for financial institutions to stay updated…
A recent lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri alleges that prominent law firms Husch Blackwell, Morrison & Foerster, and Nelson Mullins provided misleading advice to a venture capital firm regarding securities law compliance. The suit claims that the firms’ guidance led to significant financial losses for the plaintiff….
In a notable development for financial and legal professionals, bankruptcy proceedings have spotlighted Citibank’s treatment of bankruptcy discharge orders. New York Bankruptcy Judge David Jones recently ruled against freeing Citibank from class claims related to these orders, a decision that emphasizes the scrutiny on financial institutions’ handling of discharged debts. The lawsuit initiated by a…
A recent federal court decision has dismissed a class action lawsuit against Mark Cuban and the Dallas Mavericks, centering on their promotion of Voyager Digital’s cryptocurrency platform. The ruling, issued by Judge Roy K. Altman of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, determined that the plaintiffs failed to establish personal jurisdiction…
Shein, the online fast-fashion giant, has moved to dismiss a proposed class action in a California federal court that accuses the company of copyright infringement and racketeering. The lawsuit, filed by a group of artists, alleges that Shein utilized sophisticated algorithmic systems and artificial intelligence to unlawfully replicate and sell their works. In its legal…
In a significant move aimed at reforming New York City’s notorious Rikers Island jail, a federal judge has appointed Nicholas Deml, a former Vermont corrections commissioner and ex-CIA officer, as a “remediation manager”. This decision comes after longstanding efforts to address issues of excessive force and systemic dysfunction within the facility. Judge Laura Taylor Swain’s…
In a legal landscape increasingly shaped by the intersection of technology and intellectual property, Snapchat finds itself in the spotlight once again. A recent class action lawsuit has been initiated in a California federal court by YouTubers alleging that the platform unlawfully scraped copyrighted video content to train its artificial intelligence model. These creators argue…
In a significant legal development, a California federal judge dismissed a class action lawsuit against DocuSign on Monday, which accused the company and its executives of misleading investors about its post-pandemic growth potential. The judge characterized the shareholders’ complaint as “misleading and confusing,” noting that amending the complaint would not rectify its deficiencies. The ruling…
Novo Nordisk, a leading pharmaceutical company, is facing a proposed class action lawsuit filed by a South Carolina-based drug company. The suit alleges that Novo Nordisk engaged in anticompetitive practices to extend its monopoly over the GLP-1 drug Victoza, thereby delaying the entry of generic competitors into the market. GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Victoza,…
Federal securities class action cases saw a decline last year, reflecting a drop in overall filings. Despite this trend, new areas of litigation have begun to emerge, bringing complexity and fresh challenges to the legal landscape. Notably, the number of cases concerning artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, and tariffs has risen compared to the previous year, highlighting…
In a recent development within the California state court, a group of investors, including a screenwriter from “Toy Story,” have agreed to dismiss their claims against a Los Angeles-based law firm and its name partner in an ongoing $87 million fraud lawsuit targeting a bioscience company. Concurrently, the law firm has withdrawn its anti-SLAPP motion…
In a recent legal maneuver, a law firm has petitioned a Louisiana federal court to dismiss a proposed class action lawsuit. The suit accuses the firm of orchestrating a scheme to levy exorbitant fees on property insurance claims linked to hurricanes. The firm argues that the complaint inadequately outlines a certifiable class and consists of…
Kirkland & Ellis LLP, alongside an ex-judge and others, is facing a class action lawsuit over alleged misconduct in Houston’s bankruptcy court. The lawsuit claims that the defendants engaged in conduct that led to widespread corruption, influencing the outcomes of significant Chapter 11 cases for personal gain. This legal battle highlights the complexities involved when…
In a recent legal development, prominent book publishers Cengage Learning and Hachette Book Group have moved to become part of a proposed class action lawsuit against Google, initiated by writers and illustrators. The suit alleges that Google has been using copyrighted works as training data for its artificial intelligence systems without proper authorization. The publishers…
John Muir Health has received court approval to settle a class action lawsuit for $950,000. The lawsuit alleged that the health system mismanaged its employees’ retirement savings. Filed by participants in the retirement plan, the lawsuit argued that John Muir Health failed to fulfill its fiduciary duty by allowing excessive fees and permitting underperformance by…
Johnson & Johnson has made a strategic legal move by filing a motion to remove Beasley Allen, a prominent plaintiffs’ law firm, from ongoing talc litigation in New Jersey. This development marks another chapter in the contentious legal battles surrounding the health implications of J&J’s talc-based products. The company has argued that Beasley Allen is…
In a notable development in the evolving narrative of student-athlete compensation rights, a California federal magistrate judge made a decisive move by trimming a proposed antitrust class action initiated by a high school athlete. This legal action targeted California high school sports regulators and certain media entities over policies related to student-athletes’ Name, Image, and…
The ongoing legal proceedings involving Pegasystems Inc. have taken a new turn as a Massachusetts federal judge has decided that the majority of claims from investors who opted out of a $35 million securities class action will continue. This decision comes despite a significant setback in a related case where a Virginia Court of Appeals…
The legal community is abuzz with the conclusion of a wage and hour class action lawsuit in California, which came to an unexpected end following a settlement agreement approved by a Northern California federal judge. This case gained widespread attention last November when the plaintiff’s attorney acknowledged the use of multiple artificial intelligence tools in…