Landmark case finds negligence for Nigerian player's deathThe court ruling in Nigeria marks a significant precedent for player safety and negligence in sports.
U.S. activists call U.K. anti-trans ruling 'a serious blow' to human rightsThe U.K. Supreme Court ruling denies legal recognition of transgender women as women, sparking outrage among U.S. activists.
Civil case against influencer Andrew Tate is first of its kind, UK judge toldAndrew Tate faces civil allegations of sexual violence and coercive control, setting a legal precedent in the UK.
Venezuelan couple is arrested and charged with illegal entry - two years after crossing into the U.S.The arrests of a Venezuelan couple with legal protections highlight aggressive immigration tactics and set a potential precedent affecting other protected immigrants.
Appeals Court Reinstates 2 Leaders of Federal Boards Fired by TrumpThe federal appeals court upheld protections for labor agency heads in the face of President Trump's attempts to remove them.
Suit Over Firing by Trump Could Pave Way for Broader Presidential PowerGwynne A. Wilcox's lawsuit against Trump may redefine the limits of presidential power over independent regulatory agencies.
Venezuelan couple is arrested and charged with illegal entry - two years after crossing into the U.S.The arrests of a Venezuelan couple with legal protections highlight aggressive immigration tactics and set a potential precedent affecting other protected immigrants.
Appeals Court Reinstates 2 Leaders of Federal Boards Fired by TrumpThe federal appeals court upheld protections for labor agency heads in the face of President Trump's attempts to remove them.
Suit Over Firing by Trump Could Pave Way for Broader Presidential PowerGwynne A. Wilcox's lawsuit against Trump may redefine the limits of presidential power over independent regulatory agencies.
Court of Appeal judgment leads to landmark decision on energy mis-selling - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comCourt of Appeal ruling strengthens accountability for energy brokers, allowing businesses to recover hidden fees.
Statutory Text vs. Precedent: Analyzing the AIA's On-Sale Bar for Secret Processes in Celanese v. ITCThe Celanese v. ITC case examines whether selling products made from a secret process triggers the on-sale bar under revised patent law.
Appellate Standing to Challenge ITC DismissalKoki advanced its legal position despite losing the appeal because Kyocera's promise not to sue forced clarification of patent rights.
Different Burdens of Proof Prevent IPR Estoppel from Extending to Non-Challenged ClaimsThe Federal Circuit limited IPR estoppel, allowing different claims from the same patent to be asserted in court despite previous invalidity findings.
The Federal Circuit's Blind Spot: ParkerVision and the Problem of Invisible ReasoningThe Federal Circuit's Rule 36 practice undermines accountability and violates statutory requirements for written opinions in patent case appeals.
Federal Circuit Tells Patent Applicant Expired Patents Don't Get Provisional Rights EitherPatentees cannot claim provisional rights if a patent issues after its expiration date.
Federal Circuit (Again) Upholds Ravgen's Fetal DNA cffDNA PatentThe Federal Circuit upheld the validity of Ravgen's fetal DNA testing patent and clarified standing requirements for appealing IPR decisions.
Statutory Text vs. Precedent: Analyzing the AIA's On-Sale Bar for Secret Processes in Celanese v. ITCThe Celanese v. ITC case examines whether selling products made from a secret process triggers the on-sale bar under revised patent law.
Appellate Standing to Challenge ITC DismissalKoki advanced its legal position despite losing the appeal because Kyocera's promise not to sue forced clarification of patent rights.
Different Burdens of Proof Prevent IPR Estoppel from Extending to Non-Challenged ClaimsThe Federal Circuit limited IPR estoppel, allowing different claims from the same patent to be asserted in court despite previous invalidity findings.
The Federal Circuit's Blind Spot: ParkerVision and the Problem of Invisible ReasoningThe Federal Circuit's Rule 36 practice undermines accountability and violates statutory requirements for written opinions in patent case appeals.
Federal Circuit Tells Patent Applicant Expired Patents Don't Get Provisional Rights EitherPatentees cannot claim provisional rights if a patent issues after its expiration date.
Federal Circuit (Again) Upholds Ravgen's Fetal DNA cffDNA PatentThe Federal Circuit upheld the validity of Ravgen's fetal DNA testing patent and clarified standing requirements for appealing IPR decisions.
Supreme Court could lower bar for white workers to sue for racial biasThe Supreme Court is considering a case that could allow heterosexual individuals to sue for job discrimination, reshaping discrimination laws.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Life Sentences for Juveniles in ArizonaThe Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from a juvenile offender in Arizona sentenced to life without parole, with potential implications for other cases.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Hawaii gun licensing rules for nowThe Supreme Court declined to intervene in a Hawaii case regarding gun rights, emphasizing the need for clearer Second Amendment protections.
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal from California fire chief who said he was fired because of his Christian faithThe Supreme Court declined to hear a case that could have eased discrimination claims for employees citing religious reasons.
Supreme Court Sides With Truck Driver Fired Over Drug TestSupreme Court allows truck driver to sue THC product manufacturer under RICO for false advertisement leading to his dismissal.
First Transgender Attorney to Argue Before Supreme Court Will Argue Trans Healthcare Case WednesdayChase Strangio is the first trans attorney to argue a case before the Supreme Court, challenging a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for youth.
Supreme Court could lower bar for white workers to sue for racial biasThe Supreme Court is considering a case that could allow heterosexual individuals to sue for job discrimination, reshaping discrimination laws.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Life Sentences for Juveniles in ArizonaThe Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from a juvenile offender in Arizona sentenced to life without parole, with potential implications for other cases.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Hawaii gun licensing rules for nowThe Supreme Court declined to intervene in a Hawaii case regarding gun rights, emphasizing the need for clearer Second Amendment protections.
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal from California fire chief who said he was fired because of his Christian faithThe Supreme Court declined to hear a case that could have eased discrimination claims for employees citing religious reasons.
Supreme Court Sides With Truck Driver Fired Over Drug TestSupreme Court allows truck driver to sue THC product manufacturer under RICO for false advertisement leading to his dismissal.
First Transgender Attorney to Argue Before Supreme Court Will Argue Trans Healthcare Case WednesdayChase Strangio is the first trans attorney to argue a case before the Supreme Court, challenging a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for youth.
Catalan court says NSO Group executives can be charged in spyware investigation | TechCrunchBarcelona court allows indictment of NSO Group co-founders for alleged hacking case, marking a precedent in spyware accountability.
Kenya's President Wades Into Meta LawsuitsBig Tech companies could face legal accountability in Kenya for outsourcing labor violations.The ongoing lawsuits may influence the future of workers' rights in the tech industry in Kenya.
Catalan court says NSO Group executives can be charged in spyware investigation | TechCrunchBarcelona court allows indictment of NSO Group co-founders for alleged hacking case, marking a precedent in spyware accountability.
Kenya's President Wades Into Meta LawsuitsBig Tech companies could face legal accountability in Kenya for outsourcing labor violations.The ongoing lawsuits may influence the future of workers' rights in the tech industry in Kenya.
The True Story Behind the Environmental Poisoning Scandal in Netflix's Toxic Town'Toxic Town' dramatizes the impact of toxic exposure on children, revealing a stark reality from the English town of Corby.
Court Grants Immunity To DA Who Shared Nude Photos From A Searched Phone With Local Law Enforcement - Above the LawQualified immunity often protects law enforcement from accountability for rights violations unless explicitly addressed by legal precedent.
PA judge decides reverse mortgage gets first-priority in foreclosure disputeThe Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed Reverse Mortgage Funding's senior lien status in a foreclosure case, emphasizing the complexities of lien priorities.
Trump Fires NLRB General Counsel and One Board MemberTrump's termination of NLRB officials raises constitutional questions regarding presidential authority and the limits imposed on NLRB Board members.
Judge Slams 'Outdated Precedent,' Awards Big Payday To Plaintiff's AttorneysJudge Frederic Block criticized outdated attorney fee standards, establishing new rates that resulted in a substantial award for the plaintiff's attorneys.
UK man gets 18 years in prison for using AI to generate CSAMHugh Nelson received an 18-year prison sentence for creating AI-manipulated child sexual abuse material, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK.
Wests Midlands teacher was forced into hiding' after doctored video alleged she made racist slurFalse allegations through manipulated footage can severely impact individuals' lives and careers.Legal action can serve as a precedent against technology-fueled defamation and misinformation.
UK man gets 18 years in prison for using AI to generate CSAMHugh Nelson received an 18-year prison sentence for creating AI-manipulated child sexual abuse material, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK.
Wests Midlands teacher was forced into hiding' after doctored video alleged she made racist slurFalse allegations through manipulated footage can severely impact individuals' lives and careers.Legal action can serve as a precedent against technology-fueled defamation and misinformation.
Trump Sentenced by New York Court After Supreme Court Denies Effort to Block Court HearingDonald Trump was sentenced for hush money payments, with the court reinforcing that presidential immunity does not permit overturning a jury verdict.
US: No punishment, save conviction, in Trump hush money case DW 01/10/2025Donald Trump received a criminal conviction without jail time or fines related to hush money paid to Stormy Daniels, marking a historic legal precedent.
Trump Sentenced by New York Court After Supreme Court Denies Effort to Block Court HearingDonald Trump was sentenced for hush money payments, with the court reinforcing that presidential immunity does not permit overturning a jury verdict.
US: No punishment, save conviction, in Trump hush money case DW 01/10/2025Donald Trump received a criminal conviction without jail time or fines related to hush money paid to Stormy Daniels, marking a historic legal precedent.
New York Times Takes European Commission to Court Over Covid Vaccine DealThe New York Times is suing the European Commission for access to text messages related to the Covid-19 vaccine deal negotiations with Pfizer.
Ex-fiancee must return $70K ring after failed engagement, court saysThe Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court established that engagement rings must be returned to the buyer if the wedding falls through, regardless of fault.
Montanans vote to codify abortion access in the state constitutionMontanans have enshrined reproductive rights in their constitution, a significant development amidst ongoing national debates on abortion access.
'Our son died. Now we can use his sperm to have a grandchild'A couple in India won the right to access their deceased son's frozen semen for surrogacy, allowing them to continue his legacy.
Montanans vote to codify abortion access in the state constitutionMontanans have enshrined reproductive rights in their constitution, a significant development amidst ongoing national debates on abortion access.
'Our son died. Now we can use his sperm to have a grandchild'A couple in India won the right to access their deceased son's frozen semen for surrogacy, allowing them to continue his legacy.
Man Imprisoned for 18 Years for Using AI to Do Disgusting Thing to Photos of ChildrenA man was sentenced to 20 years for creating AI-generated child sexual abuse images, setting a legal precedent in the UK.
In legal first, Japan convicts man of abusing AI to generate ransomwareRyuki Hayashi is the first person in Japan convicted for crimes involving generative AI, receiving a suspended sentence for creating a computer virus.
Ontario's top court to release decision in landmark youth-led climate case | CBC NewsOntario's top court could define youth-led climate litigation, impacting future policies on climate action and constitutional rights.
Australia: Man convicted for performing outlawed Nazi salute DW 10/08/2024Jacob Hersant becomes the first person convicted for performing an illegal Nazi salute in Victoria, showcasing laws against hate symbols in Australia.
This is who should get the engagement ring after a breakup, readers sayThe engagement ring ownership dispute highlights a legal precedent and ongoing debate on commitment and financial aspects in relationships.
Parental liability questioned after father of Georgia shooter arrestedGrowing accountability for parents in school shootings may lead to stricter legal repercussions for negligence regarding children's access to firearms.
Georgia Tests a Novel Tactic in School Shootings: Putting Parents on TrialThe prosecution of parents in mass shootings aims to hold them accountable and reduce youth gun violence.
Chrystul Kizer sentenced to 11 years for killing her sex traffickerKenosha judge sentences Chrystul Kizer, a sex trafficking survivor, to 11 years in prison for killing her trafficker, testing legal defenses for similar cases.
What a Dubai Court Ordering a Company to Pay Its Employee in Crypto MeansDubai court legitimizes salary payment in crypto via employment contract, but details remain unclear regarding broader applicability.
The police can't track your cellphone without a warrant, judge rulesThe use of StingRay technology without a warrant is unconstitutional, as ruled by a Manhattan federal judge, highlighting privacy concerns in surveillance.
Government drops appeal over climate activist who held sign outside UK courtJurors' right to acquit based on conscience has been formally recognized, vital for a functioning democracy.
No Showing of Prejudice Required to Argue Waiver of Right to ArbitrationRecent California Supreme Court ruling favors employees in arbitration disputes, especially when employers delay enforcing agreements.
Delaware Judge Questions Tesla About Vote on Elon Musk's Tesla PayDelaware judge questions legality of Tesla's vote on Elon Musk's $55 billion pay package post rejection.
During Watergate, the Supreme Court spoke with one voice. Can it do the same in Trump's case?The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in 1974 that the president is not above the law, setting a precedent for accountability and justice in the White House.