The DeYoung lawsuit, filed in January 2025 in Louisiana, targets multiple real estate associations and accuses them of unlawful practices that compel Realtor association membership for MLS access. The plaintiffs argue that such requirements create barriers to trade and violate several laws, including antitrust and Fair Housing Act statutes. However, they struggle to provide sufficient facts to support their extensive claims. The defendants assert that the plaintiffs' dissatisfaction with an MLS policy does not constitute a valid legal basis for their claims, calling them vague and improperly framed, especially regarding existing legal settlements.
The Louisiana-based DeYoung suit challenges multiple realtor associations and NAR for allegedly creating unlawful tying arrangements related to membership and MLS data access.
Plaintiffs allege that the defendants engage in practices violating antitrust laws and civil rights, but the defendants argue the claims lack supporting factual basis or legal standing.
Defendants contend that the plaintiffs’ grievances stem from dissatisfaction with MLS policy rather than substantial legal violations, deeming the claims vague and unsupported.
The lawsuit appears to challenge a court-approved settlement in a previous class action, raising concerns about its legal legitimacy and implications for existing settlement agreements.
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