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Paramount Hit With NY Class Action Lawsuit Over Mass Layoffs

by Gregory Sirico

Paramount Global faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly violating New York's WARN Act after laying off 300+ employees without proper notice in September.

What Is a Class Action?

by Benjamin H. Whitley

None of these cases were class actions. In fact, they are known in the legal world as mass torts.

Anthropic Class Action a Warning Shot for AI Industry

by Bryan Driscoll

The signal is clear: Courts, not Congress, are writing the first rules of AI.

Class-Action Claims to Increase in the Wake of Societal Emphasis of ESG

by Agenique Smiley

Corporate litigators and state lawmakers anticipate a mounting rise in ESG-related issues surrounding class-action lawsuits. One Best Lawyers recognized firm is weighing in with survey data supporting this increase.

Activism in Action: Jeffery Robinson

by John Ettorre

From action to “Action!,” Jeffery Robinson’s Who We Are project and new documentary chronicle his efforts to expose, confront and put a stop to the country’s long history of anti-Black racism.

How A Claim Can Create A ‘Class’ of Its Own

by Justin Smulison

One civil claim can help a victim recover, prevent others from the same harm and even save lives. Tom Connick has experienced this directly, having been at the ground floor of injury claims that have led to high-value class action settlements.

Advocacy in Action

by Margo Pierce

Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot discuss the secrets of their firm's success and their recent memorable cases.

Smells Like a Lawsuit

by Justin Smulison

Spencer Elden was featured on an infamous Nirvana album cover nearly 30 years ago. Now he's suing for damages.

The Impact of Duran on the Certification Process in Wage and Hour Class Actions

by Tim Freudenberger and Nancy Lubrano

In May 2014, class action defense attorney Tim Freudenberger from Carothers DiSante & Freudenberger LLP, obtained a very favorable decision from the California Supreme Court in Duran v. U.S. Bank Nat. Assn., 59 Cal. 4th 1 (2014).

What the Harvard Trial Means for Affirmative Action

by John Saxon

Students for Fair Admissions is challenging Harvard's policy of holistic admissions—and might change the future of affirmative action.

Federal Court Dismisses Domino’s Website Accessibility Lawsuit Citing Regulatory Uncertainty

by Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

Federal court critiques DOJ’s lack of clear web accessibility rules while dismissing lawsuit, urging regulatory clarity to benefit both businesses and disabled users.

5 Mistakes to Avoid In a Slip and Fall Lawsuit

by Best Lawyers

Learn how to avoid common mistakes during a slip and fall lawsuit. Report the accident, seek medical attention, gather evidence and speak to an attorney.

Takata Can Extend Airbag Lawsuit Freeze for Individuals

by Motley Rice

The Delaware bankruptcy judge presiding over the Takata case on Monday granted the debtors’ request to extend the freeze on lawsuits connected to its dangerously defective airbag inflators through late February for individual claims, but will revisit a stay on state enforcement actions in 30 days.

Reddit’s Lawsuit Could Change How Much AI Knows About You

by Justin Smulison

Big AI is battling for its future—your data’s at stake.

How Oklahoma's Fault Laws Can Impact Your Car Accident Lawsuit

by Kent McGuire

Oklahoma operates under a fault system for car accident claims. If you are injured in a car crash, you must prove that the other driver was "at fault" before you can recover compensation for your damages. Damages include your physical pain and suffering and your financial losses, such as medical bills and income loss.

Medical Staff Corrective Action: Dabble at Your Own Risk!

by Sarah E. Coyne