Class Action

Class Action Lawsuits Target Claims Administrators and Banks Over Alleged Kickback Scheme

Pieter Gunst01 mins

Boies Schiller Flexner recently filed three class action lawsuits alleging a “deceptive and anticompetitive scheme” involving substantial kickbacks received by America’s largest claims administrators. These administrators are accused of depositing large sums from class action settlements into accounts at Huntington National Bank and Western Alliance Bank without disclosing such practices. The lawsuits, which span federal…

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Legal Teams Vie for Leadership in TikTok Privacy Class Action Suit Over Minors’ Data Allegations

Pieter Gunst01 mins

The legal battle over who should lead class actions against TikTok for alleged privacy violations involving minors has reached a critical point. At a recent hearing before U.S. District Judge George Wu in Los Angeles, two factions of plaintiffs’ lawyers laid out their cases for leadership of the litigation process. The lawyers are contesting allegations…

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Data Breach Lawsuit Targets Education Corporation of America for Negligence in Data Security Practices

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Education Corporation of America (ECA), a significant player in the for-profit education sector, finds itself embroiled in legal proceedings following a data breach that exposed sensitive personal information. The incident, which targeted the records managed by Thompson Coburn LLP, led to the filing of a federal class action lawsuit, revealing the breach of privacy endured…

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Class Action Administrators and Banks Face Legal Scrutiny Over Alleged Kickback Scheme

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Several prominent class action lawsuit administrators, along with two banking institutions, have been accused of orchestrating a kickback scheme deemed both fraudulent and anticompetitive. This development emerges following a lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case has raised significant concerns within the legal community regarding the ethical…

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Legal Hurdles Undermine Consumer Class Actions on Microplastics in Products

Pieter Gunst01 mins

In a series of legal developments, consumer class actions targeting the presence of microplastics in various products have met significant obstacles. Federal judges in California and Illinois, where the majority of these cases have been brought, have dismissed nearly all lawsuits. The dismissals come amid allegations that popular items, including Evian bottled water and Philips…

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Skadden Expands Litigation Team with Strategic Hire of Matthew Regan in Chicago Office

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Matthew Regan has been appointed as a litigation partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Chicago. The firm announced the addition of Regan on Wednesday, highlighting his expertise in managing a wide array of commercial litigation matters. His practice notably spans both plaintiff and defense representations across state and federal courts. With…

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Husch Blackwell Strengthens Litigation Practice with Addition of Experienced Partner Nick Agnello

Pieter Gunst01 mins

Husch Blackwell has strengthened its litigation practice by appointing Nick Agnello as a partner in the firm’s consumer financial services team. Agnello comes with a robust background in defending significant banking and financial services clients against civil litigation matters. His portfolio includes handling cases involving alleged violations of both federal and state laws. His experience…

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Mindvalley Inc. Agrees to $450,000 Settlement Over Meta Pixel Usage Restrictions

Pieter Gunst02 mins

In recent developments surrounding the case involving Mindvalley Inc, a significant settlement requires the self-improvement platform to compensate $450,000 in attorneys’ fees and costs. This comes as a resolution to a dispute over the platform’s use of Meta Platforms’ tracking tool, Pixel. According to Bloomberg Law, the counsel for the plaintiffs believes the settlement offers…

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Microsoft Faces Landmark Class Action in Ireland Over Alleged GDPR Violations in Digital Advertising

Pieter Gunst01 mins

Microsoft is about to face a notable legal challenge in Ireland as it becomes the target of the first class action lawsuit under the country’s new collective redress legislation. Brought forth by the Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL), the case alleges that Microsoft has breached GDPR regulations, particularly in the area of real-time bidding…

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Netherlands Set to Become Key Hub for Private Enforcement of EU Digital Markets Act

Pieter Gunst01 mins

The Netherlands is gaining attention as a promising venue for private enforcement of the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), according to insights from legal experts. This development comes as the European Commission’s formal findings against companies like Meta and Apple pave the way for follow-on litigation. The Netherlands is already recognized as a favorable jurisdiction…

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UFC Confronts Fresh Antitrust Claims Amidst Recent $375 Million Settlement Completion

Pieter Gunst01 mins

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is once again facing antitrust allegations shortly after finalizing a $375 million settlement involving wage-suppression claims. A new class action filed in Nevada federal court accuses the UFC of leveraging its substantial monopoly and monopsony power to suppress compensation for fighters. The complaint, lodged by mixed martial arts fighter Mikhail…

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Johnson & Johnson’s Talc Litigation Strategy Stumbles as Bankruptcy Plan Fails

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Johnson & Johnson’s attempt to channel mass tort talc litigation through the U.S. bankruptcy courts has faced a notable setback. The company’s strategy to manage the litigation through bankruptcy, which revolved around a proposed $9 billion Chapter 11 settlement, was unsuccessful, leaving approximately 60,000 lawsuits unresolved. These allegations claim that J&J’s talc products, including its…

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Federal Judge Appoints Lead Counsel in OpenAI Copyright Litigation

Pieter Gunst02 mins

In recent legal developments, a federal judge has appointed several law firms to lead the charge in a consolidated set of copyright lawsuits against OpenAI Inc. These cases have been merged for pre-trial proceedings, marking a significant step in the management of high-profile litigation concerning artificial intelligence and intellectual property rights. According to the filing…

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Native Tribes Sue U.S. Government Over Misuse of Funds for Historical Boarding Schools

Pieter Gunst03 mins

The Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, alongside the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, have initiated a class action lawsuit alleging that the United States government misused Native Nations’ funds to finance its historical boarding school program. This lawsuit was filed amid rising awareness of the contentious and painful history surrounding these schools, which former President…

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Amazon and Starbucks Achieve Dismissal of Biometric Privacy Case in Federal Court

Pieter Gunst01 mins

Amazon.com Inc. and Starbucks Corp., guided by the legal expertise of Hueston Hennigan, successfully secured a full dismissal of a proposed biometric data privacy class action in Washington federal court. On Monday, both parties mutually agreed to voluntarily dismiss all claims against Amazon and Starbucks with prejudice. Moreover, the defendants agreed to waive all claims…

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Seyfarth Shaw LLP Expands Seattle Office with Key Hire in Labor and Employment Law

Pieter Gunst02 mins

Seyfarth Shaw LLP has announced the recruitment of Kyle Nelson as a partner in their labor and employment department, specifically strengthening their presence in Seattle. Nelson’s expertise spans across wage and hour class action defense, as well as high-stakes employment litigation. With a focus on employment law counseling, he brings extensive experience in handling class…

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Monopoly Allegations Target American Arbitration Association in Antitrust Class Action

Pieter Gunst01 mins

In an antitrust class action claim filed on May 15, consumers have alleged that the American Arbitration Association (AAA) operates as a monopolistic entity within the US consumer arbitration market. The lawsuit, filed by The Consumer Justice Law Firm and Klein & Sheridan, accuses the AAA of creating a “monopolistic second-tiered justice system.” This purported…

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Bayer and Clearview AI Legal Battles Highlight Shifting Corporate Litigation Landscape

Pieter Gunst02 mins

In an evolving legal landscape, significant developments have emerged involving Bayer and Clearview AI, as reported by Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad. Bayer, via its Monsanto subsidiary, continues its legal maneuvering concerning its Roundup product by advocating for changes in state legislation pertaining to pesticide labeling. This development follows the company’s petition to the U.S. Supreme Court….

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Supreme Court Weighs Class Actions as Viable Alternative to Universal Injunctions Amidst Citizenship Debate

Pieter Gunst04 mins

The recent deliberations of the US Supreme Court concerning President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship have shed unexpected light on class actions as a potential alternative to universal injunctions. During oral arguments in mid-May, although discussions of universal injunctions were anticipated, extensive attention was surprisingly directed towards the potential of class actions under…

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Federal Judge Orders $223,000 Attorney Fees in Amazon-Apple Antitrust Case Due to Counsel’s Oversight

Pieter Gunst01 mins

In a recent development in antitrust litigation, a Washington federal judge has mandated the former lead plaintiff’s counsel in a proposed class action lawsuit against Amazon and Apple to cover attorney fees amounting to $223,000. This decision follows findings that the lawyers neglected to inform the court about their client’s decision to abandon the case….

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