X's Lawsuit Against Anti-Hate Research Group Is Dismissed
The court ruled in favor of the nonprofit organization in a lawsuit by X, stating that the research work criticizing the social media company was protected under the law.
The ruling is a setback for Mr. Musk's legal tactics against critics of his social media platform, reinforcing the rights of organizations to conduct research and hold social media companies accountable. [ more ]
Lawsuit against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott moved from Dallas County to Collin County
The lawsuit against Dak Prescott over sexual assault claims was dropped in Dallas County and refiled in Collin County, still ongoing amid extortion accusations. [ more ]
3 ways Apple's monopoly lawsuit could change the iPhone experience for fans
Apple's consumer-friendly approach has been a key part of its brand identity since the launch of the first Mac computer.
The Biden administration has filed a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of monopolizing the smartphone market through restrictive app store terms and high fees. [ more ]
Running crew sues BAA, Newton Police, alleging racial profiling at 2023 marathon
The Boston Athletic Association and local police have not implemented substantial changes a year after an alleged incident of racial discrimination at the Boston Marathon. [ more ]
Trump to Sue Judge in Last-Ditch Attempt to Avert Manhattan Trial
Donald Trump plans to file a lawsuit against the judge overseeing his criminal case in Manhattan to delay the trial, challenging a gag order imposed on him.
The lawsuit is an unorthodox move that is unlikely to succeed so close to the trial, with the appeals court likely to reject it quickly. [ more ]
New York inmates are suing to watch the solar eclipse after state orders prisons locked down
Inmates in New York are suing the state corrections department for locking down prisons during a solar eclipse, citing violations of their religious rights.
The lawsuit involves six inmates with varying religious backgrounds, including a Baptist, a Muslim, a Seventh-Day Adventist, practitioners of Santeria, and an atheist. [ more ]
George Carlin's estate settles lawsuit over comedian's AI doppelganger
Settlement reached in lawsuit over AI-created deepfake of George Carlin's voice on a comedy podcast.
Dudesy podcast and creators Will Sasso and Chad Kultgen to remove all versions of the podcast from the internet and refrain from using Carlin's likeness again. [ more ]
George Carlin estate forces "AI Carlin" off the Internet for good
The George Carlin estate settled a lawsuit with Dudesy over a podcast using 'comedy AI' to imitate the late comedian.
The special 'George Carlin: Dead and Loving It' gained attention for presenting itself as AI-created, though it was actually written by a human. [ more ]
New York City mayor Eric Adams faces sexual assault lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses NYC Mayor Eric Adams of sexually assaulting a woman in 1993 and demanding a sexual favor for career advancement. Adams vehemently denies the allegations. [ more ]
Tenderloin residents sue SF, saying it's using neighborhood as containment zone for drugs, violence
Residents and two hotels in San Francisco's Tenderloin district filed a lawsuit against the city for allowing rampant illegal drug use, making residents fearful.
The plaintiffs are not seeking monetary damages but are requesting city officials to clear sidewalks and address issues in the area like in any other neighborhood. [ more ]