Litigation

Court Denies Summary Judgment in Lactating Mother’s Reasonable Accommodation Case

Discover why a federal court rejected summary judgment in a “reasonable accommodation” dispute involving lactation needs at a major airport.

Can Employees Still Challenge Noncompetes After the FTC Drops its Appeals?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has dropped its appeals on noncompetes. Learn about the future of employee challenges.

Delaware Bankruptcy Court Rules on Fraudulent Transfer Actions for Subordinated Claimholders

Read how a Delaware bankruptcy ruling on recovery for subordinated claimholders clarifies when trustees may pursue fraudulent transfer actions.

Arbitration and Class Action Waivers Held Unenforceable in Washington

Bankruptcy Court Clarifies Automatic Stay in Chapter 11 Case

Learn about a bankruptcy decision on the scope of an automatic stay where state court action over an estate’s rights led to sanctions for violating Section 362.

Starbucks Dress Code Dispute Sparks Multi-state Legal Claims

Discover why changes in the Starbucks dress code have prompted lawsuits over reimbursement obligations in Illinois, California, and Colorado.

Tesla Assembly-Line Robot Lawsuit Raises Major Safety Questions

Read why a lawsuit over a Tesla assembly-line robot injury in California could reshape the debate over workplace safety and the use of industrial automation.

Zantac Ruling in California Creates “Hybrid Claim”

Learn how a California ruling in a Zantac case departed from summary judgment standards, creating a novel claim, and the impact on product liability law.

DC Attorney General Brings Lawsuit Against Bitcoin ATM Operator

Learn about a crypto lawsuit in DC targeting Athena Bitcoin over claims of Bitcoin ATM hidden fees, elder exploitation, and systemic misuse.

Appeals Court Revives Trader Joe’s Trademark Lawsuit Against Union

Discover why a Trader Joe’s trademark lawsuit over union merchandise returns to court after the Ninth Circuit found the case was prematurely dismissed.