Amid ‘God’s Watercolor’ and a Bear, Yosemite Court’s in Session

Occasionally, when Judge Helena Barch-Kuchta holds a Zoom meeting in her chambers, a black bear will appear in the background of her screen, rooting around for pine nuts outside the windows of her office.

Iraq Torture Verdict Threatened by ‘Surprising’ Secrets Stance

A $42 million verdict won by Iraqi detainees could hinge on whether a defense contractor’s case was hampered by the government’s refusal to share “state secrets” about operations at the notorious Abu Ghraib prison.

NCAA Gets Final Approval of $49.3 Million Coach-Pay Settlement

The NCAA won final approval for a $49.3 million deal to settle antitrust claims that it conspired to avoid paying Division I college volunteer baseball coaches, freeing the organization from litigation dating to 2022.

Menendez Brothers Denied Retrial After Look at New Evidence

The Menendez brothers’ options for release in the near future were narrowed again, after a Los Angeles state judge denied their request for a new trial.

Former US Judges Defend Judicial Independence as Threats Rise

Former federal judges are taking advantage of Constitution Day to speak out against threats against sitting judges.

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Doximity Accuses AI Health Rival of Misinformation, Harassment

Medical technology company Doximity Inc. answered OpenEvidence Inc.'s trade secrets suit with counterclaims alleging an extensive and blatant misinformation campaign, harassment of Doximity employees, and public disclosure of patients’ information.

Ghost Gun Seller Hit With Insurance Suit Over Shooting Liability

A Munich Re unit is suing an online seller of firearm parts, an associated consulting business, and the owner of both companies over insurance coverage for litigation related to a 2023 mass shooting in Philadelphia that allegedly involved a “ghost gun” made with unserialized firearm components purchased from the retailer.

Morgan & Morgan Sues Disney Over Planned Steamboat Willie Ad

Morgan & Morgan, the nation’s largest personal injury law firm, sued Disney Enterprises Inc. seeking a court ruling its planned national ad campaign adapting the 1928 animated short film “Steamboat Willie” doesn’t infringe the entertainment giant’s rights.

Winston & Strawn Sued in ‘Anti-Woke’ Bank Startup Bankruptcy

A trustee administering the bankrupt “anti-woke” financial services startup GloriFi sued Winston & Strawn LLP and one of its partners for more than $1.7 billion, alleging they prioritized the personal interests of the company’s founder over the business.

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