Class Action

Illinois Appellate Court Ruling Upholds Speed Camera Program Amid Calls for Administrative Remedy Compliance

Pieter Gunst03 mins

An Illinois appellate court recently dismissed a class action lawsuit challenging the legality of speed enforcement cameras, ruling the plaintiffs failed to exhaust administrative remedies. Justice David W. Ellis underscored that, “subject to certain exceptions, an aggrieved individual must first exhaust any remedies within the administrative tribunal before seeking judicial relief, and the failure to…

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Historic AI Copyright Settlement Nears in Anthropic Class-Action Lawsuit

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Authors and copyright advocates are heralding what they describe as a “historic” impending settlement in a high-profile class-action lawsuit involving Anthropic. The case, centered on Anthropic’s use of authors’ works for AI training, is set to be resolved with a significant agreement as both parties prepare to file for preliminary approval by September 5, as…

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“Legal Scrutiny Intensifies Over ‘False Urgency’ Claims in Digital Marketing Tactics Used by Major Companies”

Pieter Gunst03 mins

The specter of impending discounts has long been a powerful tool in the marketer’s arsenal. Recently, however, promotions proclaiming offers such as “Hurry, 25% Off Ends Today!” have landed some major companies in legal hot water. Southwest Airlines, Skechers, and Lenovo are facing class action lawsuits, accused of violating Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act through…

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Data Breach at Allianz Life Sparks Class Action Lawsuits: 1.1 Million Customers Affected

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America is facing a series of class action lawsuits following a significant data breach that compromised the personal information of approximately 1.1 million U.S. customers. The breach, which occurred on July 16, 2025, involved unauthorized access to a third-party, cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) system through social engineering tactics….

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Legal Challenges Mount for OnlyFans as AI Errors Surface in RICO Lawsuit

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Attorneys representing a group of OnlyFans subscribers in a racketeering lawsuit against the company have informed a California federal judge about their intentions to amend filings previously discovered to contain errors attributed to artificial intelligence tools. This development comes shortly after the company highlighted inaccuracies in the legal citations. The subscribers in the proposed class…

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Facebook’s $725 Million Settlement Faces New Hurdles Over Claims Administration Transparency

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Recent developments in the legal battle surrounding Facebook’s $725 million privacy settlement have introduced new complexities. A pivotal moment occurred when U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria, from the Northern District of California, mandated that claims administrator Angeion submit its revenue-sharing agreement with prepaid card provider Blackhawk for confidential review. This decision underscores concerns about transparency…

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Procter & Gamble Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Tampax Products Allegedly Defective Design

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Procter & Gamble, the company behind multiple household brands, is now facing a class action lawsuit concerning its Tampax brand products. This legal challenge alleges that the products are defectively designed, causing significant issues for consumers. The class action, filed in a federal court, seeks to uncover whether the products contain any material shortcomings that…

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UK Law Firm Stephenson Harwood to Lead Class Action Against Amazon Over Alleged Price Inflations

Pieter Gunst03 mins

In a significant legal maneuver, the law firm Stephenson Harwood is preparing to launch a class action lawsuit against Amazon on behalf of U.K. consumers. The central allegation is that users in the United Kingdom incurred higher prices for items purchased from third-party sellers on Amazon’s platform. This case has the potential to affect millions…

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Emerging Litigation Trends: Online Gambling, Cannabis Infractions, and Retail Collusion Under Increasing Legal Scrutiny

Pieter Gunst03 mins

As litigation trends continue to evolve, key areas such as online gambling, cannabis infractions, and retail collusion are increasingly becoming focal points for legal challenges. Recent class action lawsuits have zeroed in on sports betting and casino-style gaming platforms. These lawsuits allege that certain online gambling operators have engaged in deceptive practices, potentially violating consumer…

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Grubhub Settles California Driver Classification Lawsuit for $25 Million Amid Ongoing Gig Economy Legal Challenges

Pieter Gunst03 mins

In a significant legal development, Grubhub has agreed to pay $25 million to settle a class action lawsuit brought by drivers in California. This settlement stems from allegations that the company misclassified drivers as independent contractors rather than employees, which is a contentious issue within the gig economy. As reported by Bloomberg Law, the settlement…

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New York City Advocates Demand Closure of ICE Detention Space Amid Federal Court Intervention

Pieter Gunst04 mins

In a significant legal development, New York City civil rights advocates are demanding the closure of a controversial detention space managed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan. This call comes after a federal court issued an injunction compelling ICE to improve conditions within this unofficial holding facility,…

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Kelley Drye Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Data Breach: A Wake-Up Call for Legal Industry Cybersecurity

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP faces a class action lawsuit following a significant data breach that compromised the personal information of its clients. Filed in New York state court, the complaint alleges that inadequate security measures and insufficiently trained employees led to the exposure earlier this year. The lawsuit seeks to consolidate affected individuals into…

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Antitrust Class Actions in Higher Education and Cryptocurrency Highlight Evolving Legal Landscape

Pieter Gunst04 mins

Recent legal developments have brought antitrust class actions to the forefront in both higher education and the cryptocurrency sector, with significant cases involving prominent universities and Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange. In the realm of higher education, a class-action lawsuit filed in 2022 accused 17 prestigious U.S. universities of favoring affluent applicants and disadvantaging financially…

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Schnader Harrison Settles $675,000 Lawsuit Over Alleged Misuse of Retirement Funds

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP has agreed to a $675,000 settlement to resolve a proposed class action alleging the firm misused retirement contributions from non-equity partners to support its operations during financial difficulties. The settlement motion was filed on August 12, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. The…

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European Class Actions Revolutionize Legal Landscape Amid Surge in Claims and Litigation Funding

Pieter Gunst03 mins

European class actions are witnessing a surge in both frequency and intricacy, a trend that is fundamentally reshaping the legal landscape. This evolution is underlined by a recent study from CMS, which highlights an “explosion” in class action claim values. This escalation is largely attributed to the introduction of opt-out rules and the increasing influence…

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Delaware Supreme Court Denies Perrigo Shareholders’ Revival Bid in Class Exemption Case

Pieter Gunst03 mins

The legal landscape continues to evolve as the Delaware Supreme Court recently ruled against the revival bid of shareholders in Perrigo Co. Plc concerning a class exemption dispute. This decision underscores the complexities and challenges involved in seeking class certification within investment disputes. In a closely watched case, the investors aimed to revive their claims…

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Top Litigator Adil Khan Joins Vedder Price’s Los Angeles Office as Shareholder

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Adil Khan, an esteemed litigator with a track record in complex business disputes, has joined the Los Angeles office of Vedder Price as a shareholder. Khan’s move to Vedder Price, a well-regarded business-focused law firm, is seen as a strategic enhancement of their litigation capabilities in Southern California. His expertise will undoubtedly benefit the firm’s…

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Judge Upholds Class Action Opt-Out Procedures in Walgreens Prescription Case, Impacting Third-Party Administrators

Pieter Gunst03 mins

The recent decision by a judge to deny an “en masse” opt-out request by Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) entities in the Walgreens prescription class action has stirred significant discussion among legal professionals. The request was made by various BCBS entities acting as third-party administrators. They contended that the opt-out terms imposed were “unduly burdensome”…

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Supreme Court Decision Complicates Use of Class Actions as Alternatives to Universal Injunctions

Pieter Gunst04 mins

The recent Supreme Court decision in Trump v. CASA presents new challenges for class actions as potential substitutes for universal injunctions. With the Supreme Court ruling that “nationwide” or “universal” injunctions often exceed judicial power, plaintiffs are increasingly turning toward class actions to seek broad injunctive relief. Class actions offer a lawful avenue for representing…

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