Spotify’s legal team recently moved to dismiss a proposed class action filed by rapper RBX, claiming that the streaming giant allows billions of fraudulent bots to skew the visibility of certain artists over others. In a session with a California federal judge, an attorney argued that the lawsuit lacks a foundational element: the “special relationship”…
By Emilie Ruscoe (May 29, 2026) – Luminar Semiconductor Inc., a bankrupt company previously engaged in autonomous vehicle technology, is no longer entangled in a proposed investor class action. The case involved allegations that the company misrepresented a competitor’s technology as its own in promotional materials. While Luminar has exited the litigation, the lawsuit is…
Corteva Inc. is reportedly approaching a settlement in a class action lawsuit brought by farmers concerning its pesticide rebate program. This legal action, which also involves scrutiny from federal enforcers, centers on allegations that Corteva incentivized distributors not to stock cheaper generic alternatives. This move may have hindered competition in the pesticide market, raising concerns…
Artificial intelligence-based voice generation company Lovo Inc. has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in New York, a move that comes amid an unresolved legal battle with voice actors who accuse the company of using their voices without consent. This legal confrontation poses considerable implications for Lovo’s operations and the broader AI industry. The actors involved…
Deepak Gupta, a prominent figure in the legal world, has made significant strides in shaping the landscape of plaintiff-side litigation. Since founding his firm, Gupta Wessler, he has argued seven pivotal cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and has consistently achieved victories in state high courts across the nation. His reputation as an effective and…
In a significant development within the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence, a proposed class action lawsuit has emerged against Meta, targeting not only the company and CEO Mark Zuckerberg but also the research scientists involved in developing the AI model known as Llama. The lawsuit alleges that the company engaged in mass copyright infringement by…
For Kobi Brinson, managing partner at Winston & Strawn, the journey to leadership has been a blend of diverse experiences and comprehensive professional development. Reflecting on her path, Brinson emphasizes a holistic approach to career advancement, valuing every facet of one’s personal and professional life. As she puts it, “Every singular experience provided me with…
In a significant development in the ongoing legal battles involving high-profile companies, the $7.25 billion settlement between Monsanto and plaintiffs concerning the controversial herbicide Roundup has taken a new turn. Objectors to the settlement have escalated the case by moving it to federal court. However, Monsanto is pushing back, seeking to have the class action…
Article The legal profession is no stranger to innovation, and the latest entrant shaking up the sector is Darrow, an AI platform aimed at transforming how plaintiffs’ firms approach litigation. With its new platform launch, Darrow is attempting to redefine the way legal professionals manage their caseloads, akin to managing a financial portfolio. Darrow’s newly…
Wiley Rein LLP, a prominent law firm based in Washington, D.C., is facing a proposed class action lawsuit following a cybersecurity incident. The suit alleges negligence on the firm’s part after a group, potentially linked to the Chinese government, gained unauthorized access to emails belonging to the firm’s personnel. This development was reported in Law360,…
Monsanto has made a strategic legal move by seeking to remand the $7.25 billion Roundup class action settlement case, after attorney Ashley Keller escalated the matter to federal court in Missouri on behalf of ten objectors. The company, known for its controversial herbicide, calls the objections both “baseless and untimely.” The settlement, intended to resolve…
Recent developments in the ongoing legal battle over NCAA’s rules regarding name, image, and likeness (NIL) have shed light on issues affecting female college athletes. A group of female athletes informed a California federal judge that the current efforts to limit certain revenue streams from a substantial $2.78 billion NCAA class action settlement disproportionately favor…
In a strategic move, McDermott Will & Emery has announced the recruitment of Steve Song, a prominent employment lawyer, to its Los Angeles office. This addition is aimed at strengthening the firm’s employment practice, which continues to be a critical area for legal advisory, especially amidst the evolving regulatory landscape concerning workers’ rights and employer…
This past year, a select group of attorneys has emerged as leading figures in the plaintiffs’ legal arena, recognized by Law360 as the Titans of the Plaintiffs Bar for 2026. These ten lawyers have been pivotal in securing multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts for their clients, taking on formidable opponents such as Google, Monsanto, and even…
As litigation trends evolve, several emerging legal fronts are capturing attention within corporate and legal circles. Notably, tech giants are increasingly facing class action lawsuits concerning the use of voiceprints in AI training. Companies involved in artificial intelligence development find themselves under scrutiny as plaintiffs raise concerns about privacy and consent issues connected to the…
In a significant legal victory for Exxon Mobil Corp., attorneys successfully defended the company against a securities class action lawsuit that had persisted for a decade. The litigation, initiated by investors who claimed Exxon misled them regarding the impact of climate change regulations on business projections, culminated in a trial in Texas federal court. The…
Amidst ongoing scrutiny over workplace diversity and equal opportunity, Edward Jones faces fresh allegations of systemic disparities affecting Black financial advisers. This new class action lawsuit underscores frustrations surrounding the firm’s client transfer system, which reportedly still leaves Black advisers at a disadvantage despite previous settlements addressing similar concerns. Six former advisers have publicly voiced…
Corporate legal teams are navigating a shifting landscape of consumer litigation as cases targeting the clarity and accuracy of product claims surge. Among the most significant are class actions focused on allegations that Keurig’s beverage pods cannot be recycled at most facilities. These lawsuits challenge the validity of recyclable labels, asserting that the claims mislead…
In a significant legal maneuver, victims of the 2020 wildfires have filed a petition with the Oregon Supreme Court. This action seeks to address concerns that have arisen following the Oregon Court of Appeals’ decision to reverse the first of over a billion dollars in wildfire-related verdicts. As the plaintiffs assert, the appellate court’s decision…
In a striking courtroom moment, U.S. District Judge James Donato of the Northern District of California expressed his incredulity over an $85 million fee request by class counsel in a settlement with Google. “The pyramids were built in less time than it took to litigate this case,” remarked Judge Donato during an April 30 hearing,…
Apple Inc. has voiced strong objections to legal maneuvers by Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP in an ongoing antitrust litigation concerning Apple’s iCloud services. The tech giant has accused the law firm of attempting to remove a named plaintiff from the case without sufficient discovery into instructions she might have received about preserving now-deleted emails….
A North Carolina personal injury law firm is strongly contesting recent allegations of unethical behavior in relation to a data breach class action lawsuit. The firm was accused of engaging in unscrupulous practices on the dark web to recruit plaintiffs. However, the firm maintains that these claims are unfounded and asserts that the data was…
In a significant development, Virginia might soon join the ranks of states that allow class action lawsuits in their courts. The Virginia governor is currently considering a bill that would enable such actions, a move that would potentially reshape the legal landscape in the state. Law.com’s coverage highlights the ongoing debate and its implications for…
In a series of proposed class actions filed in Illinois federal court, tech giants Google and Meta, along with Microsoft, Nvidia, and ElevenLabs, are facing legal challenges over the alleged unauthorized use of journalists’ and voice actors’ voices to train their artificial intelligence models. The lawsuits, initiated by a group of affected professionals, claim that…
In a significant move that could reshape legal proceedings in the Commonwealth, Virginia may soon permit class action lawsuits within its state courts. This change comes as a bill awaits the decision of Governor Abigail Spanberger. If signed into law, Virginia would no longer hold the distinction, shared only with Mississippi, of prohibiting class actions…