USA Archive - Law Commentary

Choreographer Sues Epic Games, Alleging ‘Fortnite’ Stole Rauw Alejandro Dance Moves Without Permission

Felix “Fefe” Burgos, the choreographer behind the viral moves in Rauw Alejandro’s “Touching the Sky” music video, has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Epic Games, claiming the developer unlawfully used his choreography in the popular video game Fortnite without his consent. The legal complaint, filed this week, accuses Epic... Read More about Choreographer Sues Epic Games, Alleging ‘Fortnite’ Stole Rauw Alejandro Dance Moves Without Permission

Duane "Keffe D" Davis appearing in court, facing charges related to the murder of Tupac Shakur.

Tupac Shakur Murder Suspect Appeals to Nevada Supreme Court, Seeks Dismissal of Charges

Nearly three decades after the murder of Tupac Shakur shocked the music world, the lone man charged in connection with the 1996 killing is asking Nevada’s highest court to dismiss the case against him. Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis filed an appeal this week with the Nevada Supreme Court,... Read More about Tupac Shakur Murder Suspect Appeals to Nevada Supreme Court, Seeks Dismissal of Charges

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Judge Allows Wrongful Death Suit Over Asthma Medication to Proceed

A federal judge in Wisconsin has allowed a wrongful death lawsuit to move forward against pharmacy benefit manager Optum Rx and Walgreens after a young man died following a change in prescription coverage that left him unable to afford his asthma medication. Cole Schmidtknecht, a lifelong asthma patient, died in... Read More about Judge Allows Wrongful Death Suit Over Asthma Medication to Proceed

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Brandy Melville Takes Legal Action Against Temu for Imitation Apparel Sales

Brandy Melville, a clothing brand popular among Gen Z consumers for its minimalist and California-inspired style, has filed a federal lawsuit against online retailer Temu. The company alleges that Temu is selling unauthorized copies of its apparel and misusing its trademarks and copyrighted designs to attract shoppers. The case was... Read More about Brandy Melville Takes Legal Action Against Temu for Imitation Apparel Sales

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Federal Judge Blocks Medicaid Cuts to Planned Parenthood Clinics

A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to continue reimbursing Planned Parenthood clinics through Medicaid, blocking a provision in President Donald Trump’s recent tax law that aimed to cut off funding to abortion providers. The ruling, issued Monday by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani in Boston, extends an earlier... Read More about Federal Judge Blocks Medicaid Cuts to Planned Parenthood Clinics

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Former Netflix Attorney Sues Over Alleged Discrimination and Wrongful Termination

A former Netflix attorney has filed a civil lawsuit against the company and two of its senior labor relations executives, alleging she was terminated after reporting workplace discrimination and misconduct. Nhu-Y Phan, who served as Counsel for Labor Relations, filed the complaint on July 21 in Los Angeles County Superior... Read More about Former Netflix Attorney Sues Over Alleged Discrimination and Wrongful Termination

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Texas Woman Files Suit After Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker Explosion

A Texas resident has filed a federal lawsuit against SharkNinja, alleging that she sustained severe burns when a Ninja Foodi pressure cooker malfunctioned during ordinary use. The complaint was filed by Krystle Johnson in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas on July 2. Johnson names SharkNinja... Read More about Texas Woman Files Suit After Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker Explosion

OpenAI Wins Trademark Lawsuit Against Rival Over Similar Company Name

A federal judge in California has ruled that OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, holds the rights to its name and can prevent a smaller tech firm from using a similar one. In a decision issued July 21, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers found that OpenAI’s trademark was valid and... Read More about OpenAI Wins Trademark Lawsuit Against Rival Over Similar Company Name

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Paramount Sued by Former Employees Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct and Corporate Negligence

Paramount Pictures and its parent company, Paramount Global, are facing two lawsuits filed by former employees who allege they were subjected to ongoing sexual harassment, abuse, and retaliation by a senior executive, while the company allegedly failed to act on multiple warning signs. The civil complaints, filed separately in Los... Read More about Paramount Sued by Former Employees Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct and Corporate Negligence

Actor posing at the premiere of the film "It Ends With Us," featuring a pink backdrop with the movie's title.

Insurance Company Sues Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios Over Blake Lively Harassment Case

Harco National Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit in federal court against actor Justin Baldoni, his company Wayfarer Studios, and others, seeking a ruling that it is not obligated to provide insurance coverage in connection with Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims related to the film It Ends With Us. The... Read More about Insurance Company Sues Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios Over Blake Lively Harassment Case

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Sean Kingston’s Mother Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Fraud Case

Janice Turner, the mother of singer Sean Kingston, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison following her conviction earlier this year on charges of wire fraud and theft. The sentencing took place on Wednesday in a Miami federal courtroom, where Turner also received three years of supervised release.... Read More about Sean Kingston’s Mother Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Fraud Case

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Uber Files Federal Racketeering Lawsuit Alleging Fraud by LA Law Firms and Medical Providers

Uber Technologies Inc. filed a federal racketeering lawsuit on July 20 in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, accusing several Los Angeles law firms and medical providers of participating in an alleged scheme to inflate personal injury claims tied to minor vehicle accidents involving Uber drivers.... Read More about Uber Files Federal Racketeering Lawsuit Alleging Fraud by LA Law Firms and Medical Providers

A press conference regarding the indictment of law enforcement officials and a business owner for U-Visa fraud, with a U.S. Attorney speaking surrounded by law enforcement representatives.

Louisiana Police Officials and Business Owner Indicted in U-Visa Fraud Case

A federal grand jury in the Western District of Louisiana has indicted five men, including current and former law enforcement officers and a business owner, for allegedly participating in a scheme to falsify police reports in support of immigration applications. The 62-count indictment, announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Alexander Van... Read More about Louisiana Police Officials and Business Owner Indicted in U-Visa Fraud Case

A woman holding a baby and a sign that reads "AMERICAN BORN CHILDREN ARE AMERICAN CHILDREN," with a small American flag, outside a courthouse.

Federal Appeals Court Rules Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order Unconstitutional

A federal appeals court delivered a significant setback to President Donald Trump's controversial executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship, ruling on Wednesday that the policy violates the Constitution. The 2-1 decision from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco upheld a nationwide injunction, effectively blocking Trump's... Read More about Federal Appeals Court Rules Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order Unconstitutional

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Doctor Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Ketamine Distribution in Matthew Perry Case

A physician based in Santa Monica has pleaded guilty to four felony counts of unlawful ketamine distribution in a federal case tied to the 2023 death of actor Matthew Perry. Dr. Salvador Plasencia entered the plea on Wednesday in the Central District of California. His sentencing is scheduled for December... Read More about Doctor Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Ketamine Distribution in Matthew Perry Case