Amazon and Apple have jointly petitioned a federal judge in Seattle to compel the law firm Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP to pay nearly $2 million in legal fees. This request follows the dismissal of a consumer antitrust lawsuit that accused the two tech giants of conspiring to limit the number of resellers for iPhones…
Spotify is facing legal scrutiny over allegations that it permitted billions of fake streams, primarily of Drake’s music, through the use of automated bots. This legal complaint, raised in a proposed class action suit filed in a California federal court, asserts that such practices have artificially increased Spotify’s advertising revenue while favorably adjusting royalty payments…
In a significant case for data privacy litigation, a Florida law firm has successfully fended off a class action lawsuit stemming from a data breach in May. This legal victory highlights some of the complexities and challenges involved in addressing cybersecurity incidents within the legal sector. The suit involved claims from plaintiffs that the data…
Investment management firms recently took their antitrust concerns to a New York federal court, urging the certification of a proposed class action against S&P Global and associated entities. The core of the dispute revolves around the alleged monopolistic control over the licensing terms of identification numbers critical to trading financial instruments. These firms are pushing…
In a recent development involving Edelson PC and former Girardi Keese attorneys, an Illinois federal judge has urged for a straightforward conclusion to the ongoing conversion case. The judge requested a “clean” and “unadulterated” stipulation for dismissal or alternatively, legal evidence supporting Edelson PC’s desire for a conditional dismissal anchored in side agreements outlined by…
In a significant legal move, advocates in Illinois have initiated a class action lawsuit against federal authorities, raising serious concerns about alleged “inhumane” conditions and violations of detainees’ rights at a federal immigration facility near Chicago. The lawsuit, filed by the MacArthur Justice Center, the ACLU of Illinois, and Eimer Stahl, contends that the Broadview…
October brought a slew of notable rulings from Massachusetts state courts, addressing complex issues in trade secrets litigation, class action suits, and summary judgment proceedings. These cases, although perhaps overshadowed by more high-profile matters, offer critical insights for legal professionals navigating similar challenges. One key decision emerged from a trade secrets case, where a judge…
October proved to be a significant month in Massachusetts’ legal landscape, featuring several overlooked rulings that hold implications for corporate legal teams. Among the rulings was one by state court judges addressing issues of absent evidence in trade secrets litigation, a scenario that underscores the stringent evidence requirements in such cases. This particular ruling highlights…
Plaintiffs involved in a class action lawsuit against the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) have recently filed a robust defense of their complaint, which accuses the council and its member schools of colluding to fix law school application fees. The students assert that their complaint possesses the necessary legal heft to withstand a motion to…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit is set to hear several significant cases in November, including disputes involving BMW, Minor League Baseball (MiLB), and Sandoz Inc. In one case, the court will review a nearly $4 million attorney fee awarded to class counsel representing BMW drivers. This fee stems from a class…
Aetna Life Insurance Co. has agreed to a settlement of $650,000 to resolve allegations related to the denial of insurance coverage for certain liposuction procedures. The agreement aims to bring closure to a class action lawsuit that accused Aetna of improperly denying claims for surgeries deemed medically necessary by policyholders. The settlement seeks to compensate…
In a recent turn of events, a federal judge has decertified a class action lawsuit accusing Apple of monopolizing the iPhone app marketplace. This legal battle, which has been ongoing since December 2011, involves over ten million Americans who assert that Apple’s exclusive control over app sales through its App Store has led to inflated…
A class action lawsuit has been filed in Missouri’s 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County, alleging that the online gambling platform Stake.us, along with rapper Drake and influencer Adin Ross, have engaged in promoting illegal online gambling activities within the state. The suit, initiated by plaintiff Justin Killham, contends that the defendants’ actions “threaten the…
Amid ongoing debates within the legal community, federal judiciary advisers have laid the groundwork for potentially transformative rules aimed at enhancing transparency in third-party litigation funding and refining class action procedures. These proposed changes, discussed in a recent meeting, highlight the judiciary’s response to longstanding demands for clarity in the financial aspects of litigation and…
In a significant development for class counsel managing over $1 billion in antitrust settlements linked to real estate commissions, recent movements indicate a strategic shift following judicial scrutiny. The funds, previously held at Huntington National Bank, have been relocated after a federal judge mandated full disclosures of any financial relationships. This decision is pivotal as…
A recent proceeding before a Sixth Circuit panel has drawn attention to a controversial “quick-pay” provision within an attorney fee agreement tied to the infamous 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. During arguments, the panel expressed skepticism over counsel’s claim of being caught off guard by this arrangement, which prioritized substantial payments to class…
Apple Inc. is facing a new class action lawsuit alleging the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials to train its artificial intelligence models. The complaint, filed on October 22, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, accuses the tech giant of employing pirated copies of authors’ works to develop its AI…
The recent withdrawal of a class action lawsuit following a data breach incident involving a prominent law firm highlights ongoing concerns about data security in the legal sector. The case was dismissed by the consumer at the center of the lawsuit, drawing attention to the legal challenges faced by firms handling sensitive client information. The…
In a memorandum opinion by Judge William Alsup, the details of the $1.5 billion Bartz v. Anthropic settlement have been formally outlined, marking a significant moment in copyright class action history. Alsup emphasized that the settlement, being the largest on record, offers substantial value through its prompt closure. He pointed out the advantages of averting…
The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation’s recent decision to centralize over 20 antitrust class actions in Colorado marks a significant moment for the state, which has not been host to such proceedings for 16 years. These actions target retailers and manufacturers in the archery industry, including key market players alleged to have engaged in…
In a pivotal legal development, US District Judge Sara Ellis has mandated that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents don body cameras during their enforcement activities in Chicago, specifically during interactions with the public. This decision extends a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) previously issued by Judge Ellis and is set to remain effective until November…
Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP has been appointed to represent a proposed class of investors in a case involving real estate investment trust Broadmark Realty Capital Inc. Investors allege that executives of Broadmark misled them prior to the company’s $787 million merger with Ready Capital Corp. in 2023. This development adds to an ongoing…
In a recent legal maneuver, a coalition of artists and writers has urged a California federal judge to grant class certification in their lawsuit against Google. The plaintiffs allege that their copyrighted works were unlawfully utilized to train Google’s advanced artificial intelligence model. This move to certify the class could have significant repercussions for how…
In recent corporate legal developments, Exxon has found itself at the center of controversy with a proposed class action targeting its latest initiative. The lawsuit alleges that Exxon’s automated proxy voting program for retail investors might be designed to suppress shareholder dissent, a claim that raises significant implications for corporate governance practices. This development highlights…
In a significant development within the realm of data privacy litigation, U.S. Magistrate Judge John M. Bodenhausen of the Eastern District of Missouri has approved a class action settlement in a case involving a data breach at the St. Louis-based law firm, Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz. The litigation was initiated by Susan Garbarino, representing the…