The United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) convened on September 25, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to deliberate on the consolidation and venue selection for various multidistrict litigations (MDLs). This session underscores the Panel’s ongoing commitment to streamlining complex federal cases to enhance judicial efficiency and consistency. Established by Congress in 1968…
The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has reinstated a class action lawsuit against Citizens Bank, N.A., concerning the bank’s alleged failure to pay interest on mortgage escrow accounts as mandated by Rhode Island law. This decision follows the Supreme Court’s 2024 ruling in Cantero v. Bank of America, which clarified the…
The legal community is drawing its focus on a critical securities appeal that may soon reach the United States Supreme Court. The case at hand carries the potential to reshape important aspects of securities law, particularly concerning the interpretation and applicability of class action frameworks in securities litigation. The appeal originates from a decision that…
In a legal development that underscores ongoing tensions in U.S. immigration policy, a proposed class action filed in Massachusetts federal court accuses the federal government of bypassing legal protocols by deliberately misclassifying immigrants slated for removal proceedings. According to the lawsuit, the administration’s actions effectively deny these individuals their right to bond hearings, a safeguard…
In a recent legal development, a proposed class action involving Floridian plaintiffs against the law firm Moore & Van Allen PLLC has emerged, as highlighted in Law360’s report. The plaintiffs allege that the firm mishandled their employee stock ownership trust. Central to the dispute is the plaintiffs’ assertion that they possess the necessary standing to…
The recent shift in policy by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) allowing companies to include mandatory arbitration clauses in shareholder agreements marks a significant change from decades of regulatory approach. This move permits companies to require shareholders to settle disputes through arbitration rather than pursuing class action lawsuits. For many years, the SEC…
In a recent legal development, a class action lawsuit filed in Northern California accuses officials from the Trump administration of orchestrating ambush-style arrests at immigration courts. According to the complaint, these tactics have transformed court appearances into traps where immigrants are met by masked agents who execute arrests without necessity. Once detained, these individuals reportedly…
In a recent development that underscores the evolving challenges posed by artificial intelligence in legal practice, Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP is looking to limit sanctions over the use of AI-generated legal briefs. This comes as a response to a contract attorney’s reliance on AI in a proposed class action lawsuit against the platform OnlyFans….
A Los Angeles judge recently dismissed a proposed class action lawsuit against the State Bar of California. The claim accused the agency and its former leadership of mishandling the investigation into Tom Girardi, the once-renowned attorney convicted of client fraud. The case was dismissed after plaintiffs appeared to abandon their pursuit of the claims. This…
This week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made a notable policy shift by allowing newly publicly traded companies to employ mandatory arbitration clauses. This development raises significant questions about the future of shareholder class actions, sparking concern among some lawmakers. Democrats have voiced worries that this move could limit shareholders’ avenues for…
In recent years, the landscape of influencer marketing has seen a significant pivot, with private plaintiffs increasingly spearheading class actions over concerns traditionally addressed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). These developments highlight a shift in the enforcement dynamics, where private litigation complements regulatory oversight to address alleged deceptive practices in influencer marketing. The rise…
In a controversial move, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has paved the way for newly public companies to incorporate mandatory arbitration clauses in their bylaws. This policy shift aims to redirect shareholder disputes away from class actions in favor of more private arbitration. However, despite this regulatory green light, securities litigation experts are…
In a recent legal development, a Virginia federal court dismissed a proposed class action lawsuit brought by consumers against Philip Morris International. The lawsuit accused the company of violating antitrust laws by acquiring Swedish Match rather than introducing its own nicotine pouch product to compete in the U.S. market. The court’s decision, issued on Thursday,…
The recent policy shift by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could significantly impact the landscape of investor class actions. On Wednesday, the SEC announced it would permit new publicly traded companies to include mandatory arbitration clauses in their IPO filings. This decision aligns with the broad deregulatory agenda of the agency’s leadership and…
On September 16, 2025, a class action lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri against Husch Blackwell LLP and its Executive Board members. The suit alleges that the firm violated the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) by delaying the transfer of employees’ 401(k) contributions to the retirement…
The legal community is closely monitoring the recent development in a major settlement involving Google, where attorneys are seeking $85 million in fees. This comes as part of a broader $310 million settlement resulting from claims that Google illegally collected and stored users’ data without consent through its location-tracking services. The sizable fee request has…
In a significant turn of events for volunteer baseball coaches, the final approval hearing for a class action settlement concluded, bringing a potential resolution to a long-standing dispute. The settlement, if given the green light, promises to disburse $49.25 million among those who served as volunteer baseball coaches from 2018 to 2023. This period precedes…
An employment-related lawsuit has been filed against Amazon, alleging that the tech giant violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Myeeshia Rigby, a job applicant, has accused Amazon of running a credit check without proper notice, which resulted in the company opting not to hire her. Her complaint, filed as a class action, claims Amazon…
In a strategic move reinforcing its litigation capabilities, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has announced the addition of trial lawyers Adam Fee and Bo Pearl to its Los Angeles office. The hiring of these accomplished professionals signifies the firm’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its presence in the competitive legal market of Southern California. Further details…
In a pivotal legal decision, a California federal judge has significantly curtailed a proposed class action against Google, centering on allegations that the tech giant’s AI training models infringed upon the copyrights of artists and writers. The court partially dismissed the claims, effectively narrowing them to involve only six out of the original 16 AI…
Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP has reinforced its commitment to rectifying briefs compromised by artificial intelligence inaccuracies. Recently, the firm petitioned to ensure that corrected versions of such briefs remain vital to an ongoing class action against the parent company of OnlyFans. This move underscores the firm’s ethical responsibility to uphold the accuracy and integrity…
In recent developments affecting corporate legal departments, several key events have unfolded: Delaware’s Legislative Revisions: In response to reports of corporations considering relocation, Delaware’s Senate approved amendments to its general corporation law. These changes aim to retain businesses by addressing concerns that have prompted some to contemplate moving to other states. ([law360.com](https://www.law360.com/corporate/articles/2310176/gc-cheat-sheet-the-hottest-corporate-news-of-the-week?utm_source=openai)) AI Missteps in…
A California magistrate judge recently expressed frustration over Google’s handling of data production in a class action lawsuit concerning the company’s artificial intelligence training models. This lawsuit alleges that Google infringed on artists’ copyrights, a contentious issue at the intersection of technology and intellectual property rights. Despite accusations from the plaintiffs of significant delays, the…
The legal saga surrounding Tom Girardi, the disbarred and disgraced attorney known for his involvement in high-profile class action cases, has reached a critical juncture. His bid for release from prison is now contingent upon two pivotal judicial rulings. Girardi, once celebrated for triumphing against corporate giants, now faces the consequences of his alleged financial…
In a recent legal development, Luminar Semiconductor Inc., a prominent player in autonomous vehicle technology, must address allegations of intellectual property misrepresentation. The case focuses on claims that Luminar presented an image of a competitor’s technology as its own. This decision follows a Florida federal judge’s ruling, which held that the amended suit sufficiently details…