Happy Friday, and welcome to another roundup of the week’s news about the judiciary. This week, we’re taking a look at a type of court order for relief […]
How Brands Can Avoid Lawsuits for Using Music in Social Posts (Op-Ed)
In recent years, social media platforms have become a key battleground for copyright infringement disputes, with music rights holders targeting brands that use copyrighted tracks in social media […]
Federal Judge Restricts ‘Continuous’ Employment Harassment Claims to 300-Day Window
A department director for the University of Illinois Chicago can continue with her hostile work environment and retaliation claim against her employer, but can only cite the university’s […]
Cassie Cross-Exam Ends, Dawn Richard Testifies
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, faced probing questions about her financial motivations on her last day of testimony in the rapper’s sex-trafficking trial on Friday (May 16), […]
When Is Psychotherapist-Patient Privilege Waived in Emotional Distress Case?
A federal judge in Illinois is allowing a woman, who claims she was wrongfully convicted of the murder of an infant, to review her mental health records for […]
Live Nation, AEG Face Criminal Investigation Over Pandemic Refunds
The U.S. Department of Justice is conducting a criminal investigation into whether Live Nation and AEG illegally colluded in their concert refund policies at the beginning of the […]
Judge Stands By $1 Damages Award in Contract Dispute Over Multimillion Dollar Turbine Project
A federal judge has denied a subcontractor’s attempts to alter a jury’s $1 nominal damages award in favor of the opposing party in a contract dispute involving a […]
Supreme Court Considers Birthright Citizenship Order and Nationwide Injunctions — Justia News — May 16, 2025
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Thursday in a case involving President Trump’s January 2025 executive order that sought to prevent certain children born in the […]
What Type of Lawyer Sues Insurance Companies? — A Best Guide
Insurance is designed to provide financial protection against risks, whether from accidents, property damage, health issues, or business liabilities. However, sometimes insurance companies deny valid claims, delay payments, […]
Smokey Robinson Faces Criminal Investigation for Sexual Assault Claims
The housekeepers suing Smokey Robinson for sexual assault have now filed a police report, leading the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to open a criminal investigation on top […]