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Squire Patton Boggs and Baker McKenzie Face Federal Class Actions Over Data Breaches: A Wake-Up Call for Legal Industry Cybersecurity

Pieter Gunst7 hours ago03 mins

Squire Patton Boggs LLP and Baker McKenzie are currently facing allegations in federal courts following data breaches that reportedly compromised private personal information stored in their systems. The lawsuits, filed as proposed class actions in Ohio and Illinois, claim that both firms failed to safeguard sensitive data from cyberattacks and delayed notifying those affected by…

Law.com

Settlement Admins and Fintech Firms Seek Dismissal of Racketeering and Antitrust MDL in Class Action Funds Dispute

Pieter Gunst1 day ago02 mins

Settlement administrators, banks, and fintech companies have filed motions to dismiss racketeering and antitrust lawsuits alleging they profited improperly from class action settlement funds. The defendants argue they owe no fiduciary duties to class members and that the plaintiffs lack standing to sue. The lawsuits, consolidated into multidistrict litigation (MDL No. 3162) in the U.S….

Law360

Antitrust Litigations Facing Transformation as Second Circuit Weighs Expansion of Patent Challenge Standing

Pieter Gunst2 days ago04 mins

In a significant development within antitrust litigation, the Second Circuit has been cautioned against extending the boundaries of who can file antitrust lawsuits concerning fraudulently obtained patents. The case brings into focus the struggle between Bristol-Myers Squibb and its Celgene subsidiary and a coalition of health plans seeking to reinstate a class action against these…

Law360

Legal Battles Intensify: Suno Inc. Defends AI Music Platform Against Copyright and Identity Mimicry Allegations

Pieter Gunst3 days ago04 mins

Artificial intelligence music service Suno Inc. has petitioned a Massachusetts federal judge to dismiss a proposed class action lawsuit alleging that the company unlawfully replicates musicians’ distinctive styles. Suno contends that U.S. copyright law does not extend protection to an artist’s stylistic elements. The lawsuit, initiated on August 31, 2026, by musicians including Jason Isbell,…

Bloomberg Law

Meta Faces Legal Shakeup: Boies Schiller Flexner Ousted in AI Data Misuse Case

Pieter Gunst4 days ago03 mins

In a significant development in the ongoing litigation involving Meta Platforms Inc., Boies Schiller Flexner LLP has been removed as class counsel in a lawsuit concerning the alleged misuse of data for artificial intelligence training. The decision was made by a California federal judge following concerns about potential conflicts of interest arising from the firm’s…

Law360

Federal Judge Advances Copyright Lawsuit Against Runway AI Over YouTube Data Use

Pieter Gunst4 days ago03 mins

In a recent decision, a federal judge in New York has advanced the legal challenge against Runway AI, a company accused of unlawfully using YouTube videos to train its artificial intelligence models. The court denied a motion to dismiss the proposed class action, emphasizing the sufficiency of the allegations under federal copyright law. This development…

Bloomberg Law

Barnes & Thornburg Expands Product Liability Expertise with Key Hires in Washington, D.C. and New York

Pieter Gunst5 days ago03 mins

Barnes & Thornburg has made strategic moves to bolster its product liability practice by adding two seasoned partners to its ranks, further enhancing its capabilities in the key markets of Washington, D.C., and New York. This development is part of the firm’s ongoing efforts to expand its national reach and provide comprehensive legal solutions to…

Law360

Class Action Lawsuit Against Fox Rothschild Dismissed Amid Growing Cybersecurity Concerns in Legal Sector

Pieter Gunst1 week ago03 mins

In a recent turn of events, the proposed class action lawsuit against Fox Rothschild LLP concerning a cyberattack has been dismissed. The legal proceedings were initially brought forward by three data breach victims following an incident involving the Silent Ransom Group, a notorious ransomware syndicate. This development follows the firm’s efforts to address the legal…

Law.com

Zillow Reaches $212.5 Million Settlement in Class Action Over Defunct Home-Buying Venture

Pieter Gunst1 week ago03 mins

Zillow Group, Inc. has agreed to a $212.5 million cash settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit filed by shareholders who alleged the company misled them about the financial viability of its Zillow Offers home-buying business. ([wisevoter.com](https://wisevoter.com/world/us/2026/10/29/zillow-agrees-to-pay-212-million-settlement?utm_source=openai)) The settlement follows accusations that investors purchased shares at artificially inflated prices due to overly positive company statements….

Law360

Texas Law Firm Faces Data Breach Class Action Over Alleged Cybersecurity Lapses

Pieter Gunst1 week ago03 mins

A Texas resident has initiated a proposed class action against Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP, alleging the Austin-based law firm failed to adequately protect clients’ personal information from a data breach and did not provide timely notification of the incident. The lawsuit, filed in Texas federal court on Tuesday, claims the firm neglected its…

Law360

Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Spotify, Addressing Fraudulent Streaming Disputes

Pieter Gunst1 week ago03 mins

In a significant development for streaming services and artists alike, a California federal judge has dismissed the proposed class action lawsuit brought against Spotify by rapper RBX. The suit accused Spotify of allowing bot-generated streams to distort streaming data and impact royalty payments for lesser-known artists. The court’s ruling eliminates the case permanently, concluding that…

Law360

Detroit Faces $10 Million Class Action Lawsuit Over Mishandling of Sexual Assault Cases and Police Misconduct

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago05 mins

The City of Detroit is facing a significant legal challenge, with a woman filing a proposed class action lawsuit seeking more than $10 million, alleging severe mishandling of sexual assault cases. The suit, filed by Jane Doe, claims that the city neglected to properly address warnings about former police officer Benjamin Wagner, accused of being…

Bloomberg Law

Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Reach $250 Million Class Action Settlement Amid Merger Scrutiny

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

The recent approval of a $250 million class action settlement involving Microsoft Corp. and Activision Blizzard Inc. marks a significant development in ongoing legal actions affecting major technology companies. This accord addresses claims brought by shareholders who alleged that misleading statements were made during negotiations surrounding Microsoft’s planned acquisition of Activision, a move valued at…

Bloomberg Law

Walmart Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Overtime Pay Violations

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

Walmart Inc. faces a proposed class action lawsuit alleging that its failure to properly compensate employees for overtime work violates both state and federal labor laws. The lawsuit, filed in a Pennsylvania federal court, claims that the retail behemoth systematically avoided paying overtime wages, impacting numerous workers. Details of the complaint can be found in…

Jurist

Supreme Court Upholds Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Inmates, Rejects Trump’s Appeal

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago04 mins

In a pivotal ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court has denied the Trump administration’s request to halt an injunction against the Bureau of Prisons’ policy that would deny gender-affirming care to transgender inmates. This decision allows more than 1,000 incarcerated individuals with gender dysphoria to continue receiving necessary treatments such as hormone therapy and social accommodations…

Law360

Texas Woman Withdraws Lawsuit Against Seyfarth Shaw Amid Data Breach Concerns

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

In a recent development in the realm of cybersecurity litigation, a Texas woman has withdrawn her class action lawsuit against Seyfarth Shaw LLP following the fallout from a data breach. The claim, initially filed in Illinois federal court, was voluntarily dismissed without prejudice, allowing for the possibility of being refiled in the future. The case…

Law360

Judiciary Committee Debates Class Action Amendments and Transparency in Litigation Financing

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago04 mins

At a pivotal meeting of the Advisory Committee on Civil Rules, U.S. Circuit Judge Jeffrey S. Sutton proposed new restrictions on class action injunctions targeting government policies. This proposal was discussed among key judiciary advisers, including federal judges and lawyers from the U.S. Department of Justice, addressing potential amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil…

Law360

Federal Judge Orders Google Testimony in Apple Antitrust Case on Cloud Storage Practices

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

In a recent decision, a federal magistrate judge in California has ruled that Google must provide deposition testimony in a proposed class action implicating Apple in monopolistic practices related to cloud storage for mobile devices. The court, however, imposed specific restrictions on the scope of questioning that the plaintiffs can direct at Google, acknowledging its…

Law.com

Judge Orders Disclosure in Paraquat Settlement as OpenAI Faces Multistate Legal Challenges

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

In a significant development within the paraquat litigation arena, a federal judge has mandated that a second lawyer provides an explanation for their clients’ non-participation in a proposed settlement. The decision to demand financing disclosures highlights the intricate dynamics within the multidistrict litigation landscape. These lawsuits, consolidating numerous claims, revolve around allegations that the herbicide…

Law360

Judge Denies Class Certification in Vrdolyak Law Group Call Recording Case, Shifts Burden to Individual Plaintiffs

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

In a recent development involving the Vrdolyak Law Group, an Illinois federal judge has denied class certification in a lawsuit that accused the firm of illicitly recording phone calls of both employees and clients. This decision marks a significant turn in the proceedings, as the judge found that the plaintiffs could not prove a systemic…

Law.com

Fourth Circuit Ruling Reinforces Need for Individual Analysis in Class Certification Cases

Pieter Gunst3 weeks ago03 mins

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals recently vacated a wage-and-hour class certification, emphasizing a critical aspect of Rule 23. The decision highlights that simply having a uniform compensation policy is insufficient for class certification if the liability issues require individualized inquiries. The court’s analysis reinforces the importance of demonstrating that liability can be resolved on…

Law360

California Court Approves $68 Million Google Settlement Amidst Legal Fee Controversy

Pieter Gunst3 weeks ago02 mins

A recent decision by a California federal judge has approved a $68 million class action settlement involving Google, resolving longstanding privacy allegations. In addition to approving the settlement, the court granted the class counsel a $22.67 million fee award. The approval was accompanied by some critical feedback regarding proposed legal fees, marking an important moment…

Law360

California Judge Rejects $85 Million Attorney Fee Request in Google Settlement Due to Insufficient Documentation

Pieter Gunst3 weeks ago03 mins

In a notable legal development, a California federal judge recently denied an $85 million attorney fee request related to a $700 million settlement in a consumer class action lawsuit against Google. The court found the documentation provided for the fees to be insufficient, citing the billing records as “utterly lacking in information demonstrating what work…

Bloomberg Law

Federal Judge Denies Class Certification in Vrdolyak Law Group Eavesdropping Case

Pieter Gunst3 weeks ago03 mins

In a recent legal proceeding, a federal judge in Chicago refused class certification for a lawsuit involving employees of Vrdolyak Law Group who alleged that their calls were recorded without consent. The group of employees claimed that the law firm violated the Illinois eavesdropping statute, which requires all parties to consent to recording communications. The…

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Legal Tech Startup Chariot Claims Secures $10 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance Mass Arbitration Platform

Pieter Gunst3 weeks ago03 mins

Chariot Claims, a legal tech startup, has secured $10 million in Series A funding to advance its platform, which connects consumers to mass arbitration and class action cases. Silverton Partners led the funding round, with participation from Indicator Ventures, Lightbank, and several others, raising the company’s total funding to $15.7 million (LawNext). Founded in 2023,…