#legal-rulings

#legal-rulings

The Treasury's lifting of Tornado Cash sanctions highlights a contentious legal and regulatory stance on software privacy services.

The California Supreme Court overturned Timothy McGhee's death penalty conviction due to the wrongful dismissal of a potentially sympathetic juror.

The EWHC ruling clarifies that the 2011 licensing agreement covers most Motorola devices, aiding Lenovo's position in ongoing disputes with Ericsson.

The Premier League's rules on sponsorship deals from 2021 to 2024 are deemed void and unenforceable by a tribunal.

Judicial interventions are temporarily halting reckless actions from the Musk-Miller-Trump administration, highlighting serious concerns about institutional damage.

R. Kelly's 30-year prison sentence upheld by federal appeals court for racketeering and sex trafficking, affirming his long-term exploitation of victims.

High Court ruling complicates the sacking of police officers unfit for vetting, prompting calls for legal reform.

Judge Cannone permits Dr. Marie Russell to testify as an expert in dog bite wounds for Karen Read's retrial.

Michael Cohen expressed confusion over Trump's unconditional discharge, having consulted AI to understand the term, marking it as a rare legal ruling.

The IPT found that the PSNI unlawfully conducted surveillance on journalists, emphasizing the necessity for protecting journalistic sources.

A judge allows a Navy veteran's defamation case against CNN to proceed, citing a lack of evidence for CNN's claims.

CNN's arguments were dismissed as it had no proof of the veteran's wrongdoing, allowing the case for punitive damages.

Northern Rail prosecution convictions for rail evasion have been overturned due to unlawful practices, affecting tens of thousands of passengers.

The court supported the school's disciplinary actions against a student for using AI-generated content improperly in an assignment.

A urologist was sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing multiple patients, including minors, using his medical profession to commit the crimes.

The Dutch appeals court overturned a previous ruling requiring Shell to significantly reduce emissions, highlighting challenges in enforcing environmental obligations.

A former SK hynix employee was sentenced to 18 months for stealing semiconductor technology, raising concerns about corporate espionage and data protection.

India ended a 36-year ban on The Satanic Verses due to the absence of the original banning notification.

The Second Circuit ruled that Ed Sheeran's song did not infringe on copyright because the musical components were too unoriginal for protection.

A British Columbia judge has issued a last-minute injunction preventing a woman from accessing euthanasia amid ongoing debates about medical assistance in dying in Canada.

New Jersey Supreme Court dismissed ethics complaint against Judge Hurd for allowing remote work for his secretary, citing no violation of ethics rules.

The appellate court affirmed a fraud ruling requiring Mark Gaft to pay his former partner $742,993.

New York lacks jurisdiction in a personal injury case against Vermont firms, leading to dismissal.

The Federal Circuit revived AlexSam's patent infringement lawsuit against Aetna, influencing future claims and dismissal motions.

The court dismissed a medical malpractice suit, ruling that the defendants provided appropriate care and informed consent.

Judge blocks contentious property sale in Bed-Stuy amid concerns over asset management and developer's dealings.

The release of Christopher Hubbart, the "Pillowcase Rapist," into Antelope Valley has generated significant community backlash over safety concerns.

San José's gun control law is currently free from legal challenges for the first time since 2022, following a recent appeals court ruling.

The state appeals court upheld the CCRB's power to investigate police misconduct, reinforcing accountability measures in the NYPD.