#legal-battle

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fromIndependent
4 days ago

'Regan and Magnier are at war and we're just the peasants caught up in the middle'

The legal battle over the Barne Estate reveals personal and emotional stakes amidst a dramatic narrative.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Supreme Court keeps a pause for now on a ruling that weakens the Voting Rights Act

Supreme Court pauses decision on a ruling that weakens racial discrimination protections in Voting Rights Act.
#real-estate
fromKqed
1 week ago

SF Agrees to $2.8 Million Settlement, Plans Reform of Homeless Encampment Sweeps | KQED

"The complaint... said the people experiencing 'involuntary' homelessness should not be punished for sleeping on public property unless the city could confirm that every unhoused resident had 'immediately available, appropriate, accessible and voluntary shelter.'"},{
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Husband-and-wife legal duo that took on 'David and Goliath' sinkhole case against HOA awarded $6 million in fees

Lawyers O'Hara agreed to represent retirees Ridley and Shen without pay during a prolonged legal battle with their homeowners association.
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Jimmy Buffett's widow accuses late musician's financial advisor of mishandling his $275 million estate

Jane Buffett is seeking to remove Richard Mozenter as overseer of Jimmy Buffett's estate due to alleged mismanagement.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

UK backing down on Apple encryption backdoor after pressure from US

The UK's encryption legislation has sparked a high-profile legal battle involving Apple and WhatsApp.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Joe Carollo still has to pay $63.5 million after federal court denies his appeal

Joe Carollo's legal attempts to overturn a $63.5 million verdict against him have failed, leading to potential property seizure.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Federal judge grants San Jose tattoo artist reprieve in fight against ICE

Guillermo Medina Reyes won a reprieve from ICE detention upon receiving a preliminary injunction from a federal judge.
#justin-baldoni
fromConsequence
2 months ago
SF LGBT

Taylor Swift subpoena dropped by Justin Baldoni after information was reportedly provided "voluntarily"

fromConsequence
2 months ago
SF LGBT

Taylor Swift subpoena dropped by Justin Baldoni after information was reportedly provided "voluntarily"

fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Frenchman given conditional release after years on Indonesia death row

Serge Atlaoui, a 61-year-old welder from Metz, was flown back to France in February after being on death row in Indonesia since 2007.
France news
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

How a small Croydon community took on a developer and won 200K legal battle

Eight households successfully challenged a developer's plans to replace a bungalow with flats, revealing flaws in planning law.
LGBT
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Row over transgender women swimming at Hampstead Heath ladies' pond set to reach High Court

Transgender women may use a female-only swimming area despite controversy and legal challenges surrounding the definition of womanhood.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I loved selling ice-cream there': the 13-year battle for a Mr Whippy pitch in Greenwich

Paul St Hilaire Jr is fighting to reclaim his father's ice-cream pitch in Greenwich from the local council.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Deputies beat her son bloody. Why is L.A. County keeping parts of the case secret?

Vanessa Perez seeks accountability for her son's violent encounter with sheriff's deputies, but transparency remains an issue due to redacted reports.
#birthright-citizenship
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Human rights court rules Olympic champion Semenya did not get fair hearing

Caster Semenya wins partial victory in her appeal against the Court of Arbitration for Sport, with some rights to a fair hearing recognized.
#ppe-medpro
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Planned Parenthood Scores Temporary Victory Over Trump's Funding Ban

"The Defund Provision is a naked attempt to leverage the government's spending power to attack and penalize Planned Parenthood and impermissibly single it out for unfavorable treatment."
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Kesha: . (Period) review a smart, funny return to her hedonistic hot-mess persona

Kesha Sebert's sixth album, described as the first album where she felt truly free, is accompanied by a world tour showcasing her liberated persona, including a topless jetski photo.
Music
Music
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 weeks ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail after mixed verdict; virtual hearing set for Tuesday

Sean Combs was acquitted of three of five criminal charges after a lengthy trial, but remains incarcerated pending sentencing.
#oakland
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Oakland Airport Tries To Change Its Name Again, This Time to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport'

Oakland officials propose renaming the airport to 'Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport' after a legal setback regarding the name 'San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.'
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Virginia appeals court backs missing middle' housing policy

The ruling reinstates Arlington's housing expansion policy, stirring ongoing debate over affordable housing vs. residents' concerns.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Here's how international students could be impacted at Harvard

Walter Willett, a professor of epidemiology at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, says the recent actions by the Trump administration have been "simply un-American." He emphasizes that even a reversal in policies wouldn't restore trust in the U.S. for international students, indicating a long-term impact on student enrollment and the academic environment."
Canada news
Los Angeles
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Trump administration may have to hand over documents related to its use of troops in California

The Trump administration may be required to disclose information related to military and National Guard deployment in Southern California amid immigration enforcement efforts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mediator reportedly proposes $20m settlement in Trump suit against CBS

CBS has consistently denied wrongdoing, saying it simply aired a more concise version of Harris's answer rather than doctoring her comments.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Anthropic Scores a Landmark AI Copyright Win-but Will Face Trial Over Piracy Claims

Anthropic's victory in AI copyright case confirms that training AI on copyrighted works can be considered fair use.
#elon-musk
fromFortune
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's lawyers claim he doesn't use a computer - despite contradictory X posts

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Digital life

Elon Musk's Lawyers Claim He Doesn't Use a Computer, Even Though There's a Vast Amount of Evidence That He Does

fromFortune
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's lawyers claim he doesn't use a computer - despite contradictory X posts

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Digital life

Elon Musk's Lawyers Claim He Doesn't Use a Computer, Even Though There's a Vast Amount of Evidence That He Does

#national-guard
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Sarah McInerney case set for High Court as RTE appeals PRSI ruling

RTÉ's legal battle over presenter employment classification may cost €11 million.
Top earners at RTÉ face classification as independent contractors rather than employees.
#california
US politics
fromABC30 Fresno
1 month ago

Trump signs measure blocking California's ban on new sales of gas-powered cars

Trump's resolution blocks California's ban on new gas-powered cars by 2035, setting the stage for a legal battle.
fromFortune Europe
1 month ago

Bayer's stock is charting a 40% rebound after years of losses

Bayer AG has transformed from one of Germany's worst stocks to among the best, rising 40% in 2025.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Ninth Circuit Judges Appear Inclined to Support Trump's Use of the National Guard In LA

Federal judge rules Trump acted illegally in deploying National Guard; appeals court shows skepticism towards California's challenge.
#trump
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Trump's deployment of CA National Guard in LA returns to federal court Tuesday

The federal appeals court will decide on the legality of Trump's deployment of the California National Guard in Los Angeles.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Fights to Move Appeal of Hush-Money Conviction to Federal Court

Trump's legal fight centers on whether his conviction should be appealed in state or federal court.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Fights to Move Appeal of Hush-Money Conviction to Federal Court

Trump's legal fight centers on whether his conviction should be appealed in state or federal court.
#harvard-university
US news
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump order on international students - Harvard Gazette

The federal judge blocks Trump's executive order banning international students from Harvard, citing retaliation against the university's First Amendment rights.
US news
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Judge sides with Harvard on international students - Harvard Gazette

A federal judge extended a restraining order protecting Harvard's international student program from government termination.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Judge blocks Trump administration's effort to bar Harvard from enrolling international students

A federal judge temporarily halts the Trump administration's efforts to ban Harvard from enrolling international students.
Right-wing politics
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago

Judge Blocks Trump's Ban on International Students Attending Harvard

Federal judge blocks White House order banning international students from Harvard University.
Harvard asserts the ban would cause 'immediate and irreparable injury.'
White House critiques Harvard's handling of antisemitism.
US news
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump order on international students - Harvard Gazette

The federal judge blocks Trump's executive order banning international students from Harvard, citing retaliation against the university's First Amendment rights.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Harvard files legal challenge over Trump's ban as admitted foreign students wait

Yonas Nuguse's admission to Harvard exemplifies resilience despite challenges, but uncertainty looms due to legal battles over international student enrollment.
US news
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Judge sides with Harvard on international students - Harvard Gazette

A federal judge extended a restraining order protecting Harvard's international student program from government termination.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Judge blocks Trump administration's effort to bar Harvard from enrolling international students

A federal judge temporarily halts the Trump administration's efforts to ban Harvard from enrolling international students.
Right-wing politics
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago

Judge Blocks Trump's Ban on International Students Attending Harvard

Federal judge blocks White House order banning international students from Harvard University.
Harvard asserts the ban would cause 'immediate and irreparable injury.'
White House critiques Harvard's handling of antisemitism.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Soho Society faces financial ruin after failed legal battle with Mayfair gin distillery

A Soho charity may face bankruptcy following a legal defeat against a gin distillery over licensing and safety concerns.
Cryptocurrency
fromNewsday
1 month ago

Photos show accuser in NYC crypto kidnapping leaving house freely, defense lawyers say

The kidnapping case involves conflicting narratives, with the accuser being portrayed both as a victim and a party involved in risky behavior.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justice Dept. Seeks to Pause Ruling Ordering Due Process for Deported Venezuelans

The Trump administration is seeking to block a court's order for due process for deported Venezuelan immigrants.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A judge's dismissal of Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation suit is a win for Blake Lively, but it's not 'game over'

Blake Lively achieved a legal victory as a judge dismissed Justin Baldoni's defamation lawsuit, although Baldoni can amend his claim.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

London AI firm claims Getty copyright lawsuit is an 'existential threat' to generative tech industry

The UK High Court case may redefine copyright law in relation to AI innovation amid tensions between generative AI firms and the creative industry.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Indo Daily: Rugby stars, Leaving Cert grinds, lewd jokes and a High Court case

The private grinds industry in Ireland is booming, with an estimated worth between €50-€60m, attracting investors and stirring competition reminiscent of sports rivalries.
UK news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Judge grants reprieve for anti-Israel Queens community garden after city pulls license

We hope to see the judge make this ruling permanent, preserving the garden as a sanctuary for queer, transgender, black, indigenous, and people of color communities.
NYC LGBT
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Wealthy East Hampton Residents Go to War Over Local Gun Club's Lease Renewal-but Who Was There First?

Local homeowners oppose Maidstone Gun Club's reopening due to safety concerns over stray bullets, balancing community interests with historical significance.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

3 years in, Sandy Hook families still wait to collect what Alex Jones owes them

The Sandy Hook families remain frustrated as Alex Jones' bankruptcy case prolongs, with potential shifts in the judge's stance complicating the situation.
Cancer
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Shari Redstone Diagnosed With Cancer as She Grapples With Trump's 60 Minutes Lawsuit

Shari Redstone has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer and is undergoing treatment while managing a legal battle involving President Trump.
fromAP News
1 month ago

Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing said he 'had it coming,' according to prosecutors

The case against Luigi Mangione involves charges relating to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and highlights his documented intentions.
Mangione's defense claims double jeopardy issues while prosecutors assert the charges are distinct, complicating the legal proceedings.
#blake-lively
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Now Deel is accusing Rippling of spying by 'impersonating' a customer | TechCrunch

Deel's legal battle with Rippling intensifies, with allegations of corporate espionage and retaliatory tactics from both companies.
#sexual-assault
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

She sued the Alexander brothers for rapes. Would she have to use her name?

The artist aims to hold powerful men accountable for their actions despite personal risks of public exposure.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Scott Peterson's hopes for freedom dashed when appeals court denies petition in wife's murder

Scott Peterson's hope for overturning his murder conviction was rejected by the California Court of Appeal, directing his case back to a lower court.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Wins Supreme Court Pause on Biden-Era Humanitarian Protections for Migrants

The Supreme Court allows Trump to dismantle Biden's immigration policy for nearly 500,000 migrants, sparking legal and political tensions.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Family sue Royal Mail after delivery driver left in 'vegetative state' following 7.5 tonne lorry crash

The family of a Royal Mail driver injured by a lorry has launched a legal battle for damages against the postal service.
UK news
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Tate brothers to face UK rape and trafficking charges, lawyer says

Andrew and Tristan Tate face serious legal charges in the UK, including rape and trafficking, following their arrest in Romania.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California tries again to overturn Huntington Beach's controversial voter ID law

Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta appealed to the state appellate court to reverse a ruling that allowed Huntington Beach's voter ID measure, citing constitutional concerns.
California
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Harvard relinquishes possession of slave photos after a 15-year dispute

Harvard relinquished century-old photographs of enslaved individuals to resolve a 15-year legal battle, aiming to acknowledge their historical significance.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Work on controversial autoroute in south-west France to resume after court stay

On February, the Toulouse administrative court had ordered work on the long-planned 53km stretch of autoroute to be shut down because the expected benefits were not sufficient.
France news
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Tennessee high school student-athlete banned from graduation after coming out on social media

Morgan Armstrong is suing her high school after her graduation was denied due to her social media coming-out post.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Judge steps into HUD funding dispute as Harvard-White House feud escalates

Cambridge's Welcoming Community Ordinance grants everyone equal treatment regardless of immigration status. Complying with HUD's new demands would endanger compliance with the ordinance.
Boston food
#trump-administration
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago
US news

Trump increases pressure on Harvard by canceling all federal contracts with the university

The Trump administration intensifies pressure on Harvard, alleging racial discrimination and threatening funding cuts alongside lawsuit involving international students.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US news

Judge Blocks Trump From Banning Foreign Students at Harvard

A federal judge halted the Trump administration's attempt to ban foreign students from Harvard.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Trump increases pressure on Harvard by canceling all federal contracts with the university

The Trump administration intensifies pressure on Harvard, alleging racial discrimination and threatening funding cuts alongside lawsuit involving international students.
#fortnite
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Grieving widower of late bishop ordered to give up home after he loses legal battle

"To tell you the truth, I'm still in a state of shock, because I've suddenly been made homeless." he said.
UK news
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

FTC drops case against Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal

The FTC has dismissed its complaint against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, ending a prolonged legal battle.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Megan Thee Stallion Wants Tory Lanez Fans to Leave Her Alone

Megan Thee Stallion's legal team reiterated that Tory Lanez's conviction was based on overwhelming evidence, denying claims of new exonerating evidence and defending the victim's integrity.
Black Lives Matter
#apple
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Apple

Judge Orders Fortnite Back On iOS After Apple Exec Rages That "It's Our F****ING STORE"

Epic Games' Fortnite returns to Apple's App Store after a lengthy legal battle about payment systems.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Apple

Judge pressures Apple to approve Fortnite or return to court | TechCrunch

Judge orders Apple to either approve Fortnite's App Store submission or return to court to justify inaction.
Apple
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Judge Orders Fortnite Back On iOS After Apple Exec Rages That "It's Our F****ING STORE"

Epic Games' Fortnite returns to Apple's App Store after a lengthy legal battle about payment systems.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Judge pressures Apple to approve Fortnite or return to court | TechCrunch

Judge orders Apple to either approve Fortnite's App Store submission or return to court to justify inaction.
Apple
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Microsoft backs 'Fortnite' maker Epic Games in legal feud, claims Apple 'stymied' plans for Xbox mobile store

Microsoft supports Epic Games in its legal challenges against Apple, emphasizing restrictions impede its mobile store ambitions.
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

A town tried to take down a bakery's mural of pastries. A judge ruled it can stay.

Sean Young won the legal battle to keep a mural on his bakery, deemed unconstitutional by a judge.
#epic-games
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Fortnite returns to the US App Store after a five-year gap | TechCrunch

Fortnite is back on the U.S. App Store following a favorable ruling for Epic Games against Apple.
European startups
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Epic Asks Court To Force Apple To Return Fortnite To US App Store

Epic Games is actively challenging Apple's blocking of Fortnite's return to the US App Store in a renewed legal battle.
Apple
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Epic goes to court to force Fortnite back on US iOS

Epic claims Apple's rejection of Fortnite is retaliation for its legal challenge.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Salt-N-Pepa Sue Universal Music Group for Rights to Master Recordings

Salt-N-Pepa sue UMG for catalog ownership, claiming their songs were pulled from streaming in retaliation for seeking rights.
The lawsuit cites the Copyright Act of 1976, which allows artists to reclaim their recordings after decades.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

DOGE Loses Battle to Take Over USIP-and Its $500 Million Headquarters

The courts ruled against DOGE's attempt to control the US Institute of Peace, reinstating its former board of directors.
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