A proposed settlement involving GoodRx Holdings Inc. could potentially award up to $4.5 million in legal fees to Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman. The law firm has been involved in a putative class action alleging that GoodRx improperly shared user data with social media platforms, in a case that’s currently being overseen by Federal Judge…
Noted international litigator Jonathan Hawk has transitioned to McDermott Will & Emery, joining as a partner in their Los Angeles-based litigation practice group. This information came directly from the firm last Friday. Before joining McDermott Will & Emery, Hawk was a partner at White & Case, widely recognized for his representation of online platforms in…
Big law firms are starting to show hesitance in expanding their leverage, as indicated in a recent development in the industry. This can be seen as an attempt to exercise prudence in a global economic climate that remains uncertain. This sentiment mirrors the cautious approach many corporations have begun to adopt as they navigate through…
A San Francisco federal judge recently expressed his belief in the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform class action lawsuit payouts. During a workshop focusing on class action settlement guidelines, he spoke to assembled legal professionals about his expectations that AI technology could play a pivotal role in changing how these settlements are administered….
In a significant ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, contentious AI training data usage found partial resolution. The case, Andersen et al. v. Stability AI et al., saw defendants largely favoured in a recent decision. The defendants’ motion to dismiss was largely granted by Judge William Orrick. This case…
The legal team representing Facebook users in their class action against Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has scaled back their proposed attorney fees after a rebuke from a presiding judge. The lawsuit alleges that Meta tracked the locations of 70 million users, with Meta agreeing to a $37.5 million settlement to resolve the ensuing class…
In a rapidly evolving labor market, a surge in pay protection laws favoring independent contractors is beginning to pose considerable challenges to businesses, according to recent reporting by JD Supra. Businesses that utilize independent contractors are growing increasingly concerned about potential challenges from class action lawyers or labor regulation agencies. These concerns primarily center on…
In the midst of a rapidly evolving environment marked by shifts in privacy laws and a surge in related litigation, renowned member of the defense bar, Sean M. Buckley, underlines the urgent need for the corporate sector to assess their compliance. This call to action is, in large part, a reaction to the rising tide…
In a recent legal development which interests many of our readers, a Rhode Island federal district court decided not to enforce a stand-alone class action waiver in a consumer’s automobile lease agreement, calling it a violation of the state public policy. The case in question was Metcalfe v. Grieco Hyundai LLC. The case saw legal…
In the recent case of Fama v. Opportunity Financial LLC, OppFi, a prominent fintech company, celebrated its third victory in federal court over its enforceable arbitration provision. The ruling by a Magistrate Judge in the Western District of Washington rejected the plaintiff’s claims that the arbitration provision in OppFi’s installment loan agreement was substantively and…
As the world continues to become more connected, the frequency of data breaches is continually on the rise. Corporations are often at a crossroads between technological innovations and legal risks. Understanding the trends in cybersecurity litigation can provide insights and help anticipate potential legal issues. Below are five key trends in cybersecurity litigation. First, we…
In a case that could influence how large corporations handle legal disputes, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina made a significant ruling. The court recently held that the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), which allows for SCRA claims to be brought forward on a class basis, supersedes the Federal Arbitration…
The United States Ninth Circuit Court recently reviewed the “public interest” exemption to California’s anti-SLAPP legislation in a landmark class action lawsuit. The case, Martinez v. ZoomInfo Technologies, Inc., was ruled on September 21, 2023, and raised substantial substantive and procedural concerns regarding the interrelationship between intellectual property rights and California’s anti-SLAPP regulations. The suit…
In recent years, there has been an uptick in class action lawsuits filed under various wiretapping and privacy laws. These range from the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) to the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act. Judicial decisions resulting from these cases offer valuable insights for legal professionals navigating similar issues. Fox Rothschild…
The escalating expenses of legal tech is a growing concern affecting law firms and corporations globally. A remarkable Law.com report draws attention to some key issues surrounding this rise. As the report, titled “Legal Careers of Parents and Child Caregivers”, points out, working mothers and caregivers in the legal field face a unique set of…
In an important decision that adds to the ongoing dialogues on investor standing and power dynamics in securities litigation, the Ninth Circuit recently ruled on a key aspect of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act (PSLRA). What happens when an investor, the first to file a federal securities class action, is not chosen as the…
In a landscape heavily impacted by COVID-19 and recent legal decisions, California employers will want to ensure they are navigating the intricacies of vacation pay and accrual in compliance with the law. An essential detail to effectively handle these situations lies in understanding a recent Ninth Circuit panel ruling. The decision, Harstein v. Hyatt Corporation,…
In the wake of countless biometric privacy class action lawsuits that have inundated court dockets in recent years, Illinois employers stand to face yet another round of privacy-based civil action. This time, the legal crosshairs are redirected towards alleged violations under the Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act (GIPA). The threat isn’t limited to firms engaged…
In recent years, it appears that the number of opt-outs in securities class action settlements have been on the rise, especially in cases that are large and complex. In a recent report by Cornerstone Research in partnership with Latham & Watkins LLP, it was noted that between the years of 2019 and the first half…
A recent Ninth Circuit court decision could have significant implications for investors engaging in initial stages of securities class actions, illuminating the importance of continued involvement if they plan to challenge unfavorable judgments. In the heart of the case was an iRhythm Technologies Inc. shareholder, Mark Habelt who found himself entangled in a peculiar situation….
The Federal Court of Canada has approved a CA$ 23 billion settlement aimed at compensating First Nations children and families affected by the discriminatory underfunding of the First Nations Child and Family Services (FNCFS) program. This approval resolves two class actions initiated in March 2019 and January 2020, each citing the Canadian government for its…
In a recent judgement by the Federal Court of Australia, global cruise company Carnival has been found negligent in its duty of care towards passengers pertaining to a cruise from Australia, which resulted in a significant COVID-19 outbreak among the passengers. The class action lawsuit claimed that Carnival failed to take adequate preventive measures to…
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has refrained from clarifying the enforceability of mandatory arbitration provisions in fiduciary breach claims, a topic of increasing significance in light of the surge in class action litigation against 401(k) plans in recent years. This decision continues to leave corporations and law firms in a state of uncertainty….
In August 2023, American Airlines, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit accusing it of putting employee retirement savings at risk by investing in environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds. The lawsuit claims these investments were managed by BlackRock and others. The allegations were brought forward by an American Airlines pilot, who…
In a notable case regarding arbitration agreements, the District of Rhode Island recently invalidated a “naked” class action waiver on public policy grounds. Arbitration agreements, particularly those including class action waivers, have been a prevalent topic in legal articles as firms utilize these waivers to mitigate the risk of class action litigation. The key to…