Lawsuit
Alex Jones Seeks to Dismiss Sandy Hook Lawsuit Over 'Emotional Distress'
Media personality Alex Jones seeks to dismiss a suit filed against him by the father of a victim of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in 2012, claiming the case has caused him "emotional distress."
Man Takes Legal Action After His Inheritance Was Sent to Wrong Person
Peter Teich, from Cambridge, U.K., said his inheritance was put in someone else's bank account and that person refused to return the money.
Bill Nye's $28 Million Lawsuit Against Disney Moves to Trial
The beloved scientist and the co-creators behind 'Bill Nye Science Guy' will finally have their day in court, as their claims of "under-reporting revenue and improperly applying deductions" will head to trial in May.
UNC Gives Confederate Group $2.5 Million in Lawsuit Settlement
The University of North Carolina has agreed to pay a group linked with the promotion of racist ideas $2.5 million in a settlement for a lawsuit that is drawing scrutiny from lawyers.
Secret Service Agents Spent $28,800 in One Day at Trump Golf Resort
Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh claims Trump violated the Emoluments Clause after a report revealed that Secret Service agents spent $28,800 in one day at a golf club owned by President Donald Trump.
Jeffrey Epstein's Estate Sued by Woman Alleging He Repeatedly Raped Her
Teala Davies joined the growing group of women who have filed suit against Jeffrey Epstein's estate on Thursday, accusing him of "repeatedly" sexually abusing her when she was 17.
Jussie Smollett Sues Chicago, and Here's What the Osundairo Brothers Think
The attorney for the two brothers allegedly involved in a staged attack on the actor issued a statement that claimed Smollett's lawsuit lacks merit.
Picasso's Electrician Loses Appeal Over Hoarding 271 of the Painter's Works
A former employee of Picasso was convicted of stealing 271 pieces of work from the artist and hoarding them in his garage for 40 years.
Bill Maher Compares GOP Congressman Jim Jordan to Dennis Hastert
Maher referenced Jim Jordan and former GOP House Speaker Dennis Hastert in a scathing monologue about sexual abuse allegations tied to each Republican.
Planned Parenthood Wins Lawsuit Against Anti-Abortion Activists
A federal jury in San Francisco ruled in favor of Planned Parenthood Friday, handing the group victory in its lawsuit against anti-abortion group Center for Medical Progress and it's president David Daleiden, who they say illegally recorded and then deceptively edited videos of doctors and staff.
Lizzo Sued By Postmates Delivery Person Two Months After 'Libelous' Tweet
In September, the performer made headlines after tweeting disparaging remarks to nearly one million followers about Postmates delivery person Tiffany Wells, whom she accused of stealing her food. On Friday, Wells' attorneys hit the "Truth Hurts" singer with a lawsuit for defamation.
United Airlines Pilot To Be Paid $300,000 Wrongful Arrest Settlement
Captain Andrew Collins was arrested in September 2018 after being accused of standing naked in front of a 10th floor hotel window overlooking a Denver International Airport terminal.
O.J. Simpson Sues Las Vegas Casino After They Accused Him of Being Drunk
O.J. Simpson has sued a Las Vegas casino for defamation of character after it banned him from the premises for allegedly behaving in a drunken, disruptive manner.
Prison Lieutenant Demoted For Reporting Co-Worker's Use of the N-Word
A black prison lieutenant has filed a lawsuit against the Michigan Department of Corrections and a co-worker, claiming he was demoted and outcast after reporting his co-worker's use of the n-word.
Ivanka Trump's Silence on Human Trafficking Victim Fund Halt is 'Complicit'
Last week, four days before the lawsuit was filed, Ivanka Trump touted a new effort by the Trump administration to end human trafficking.
Parents File Complaint After Teacher Tells Kid 'Girls, Boys Aren't Real'
A school board in Ottawa is facing a complaint from a couple upset that the school's gender identity curriculum confused their daughter.
Mortgage Servicers Build Legal Battle Alleging Dishonest Practices
One of the largest mortgage service providers and the creator of a leading banking program are suing each other in federal court claiming dishonest business practices.
3 Things to Know About Chanel West Coast
Sharon Stone is suing Chanel West Coast for using her name and likeness in the 2018 song and music video "Sharon Stoned."
Delete The Cow: Devin Nunes' Lawyer Demands Democrat Remove Twitter Account
California GOP congressman Devin Nunes' attorney sent a letter demanding that his former Democratic rival immediately delete "malicious" tweets sent from an anonymous "Devin Nunes' Cow" account.
Husband Comes Out as Gay, Wife Sues for $600,000 for Emotional Pain, Trauma
A South African woman took her recently-outed husband of six years to court for $600,000 in damages.
'Not Bullying:' Nike Files Fourth Lawsuit Against Skechers
Nike filed a new lawsuit against rival shoe manufacturer Skechers Monday, claiming the company had stolen shoe designs and technology.
Lawsuit Over Popeyes Running Out of Chicken Sandwiches Goes to Trial
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen was sued by a Tennessee man in August after their chicken sandwiches sold out. The lawsuit now has a trial date.
Jury Awards $19M to Police Officer in Discrimination Lawsuit
A jury awarded a Missouri police officer $19 million after he said he was told to "tone down his gayness" if he ever expected a promotion.
Brad Pitt Can Be Sued for Shoddy Post-Katrina Home Construction, Judge Says
A judge has ruled that Brad Pitt can be held personally liable in a suit against his Make It Right Foundation for 109 solar-powered homes built in New Orleans' Ninth Ward that are rotting away under residents' feet.
Canadian Youths Suing Government for Climate Change and Its Harmful Effects
A lawsuit is expected to be filed on Friday by 15 youths who allege that Ottawa's role in perpetuating the climate change crisis violates their fundamental rights.
Weinstein Lawyers Dismiss Rose McGowan's Lawsuit, Say She's Seeking Payout
Actress Rose McGowan filed a lawsuit Wednesday related to her rape allegation against former film mogul Harvey Weinstein, but an attorney for Weinstein claims that McGowan is a "publicity seeker" after money.
Dingoes Attack Woman After Stealing Phone at Gold Mine, Lawsuit Claims
A lawsuit filed by an Australian woman claims that a group of dingoes attacked her after she tried to retrieve the phone one of the animals had snatched from her hands as she ate lunch.
Leaked Deposition Shows Founders Brewing GM Doesn't Know if Obama is Black
The leaked deposition of Founder's general manager showed his reluctance to identify an ex-employee as black, as well as Barack Obama, Michael Jordan and former Detroit mayor, Kwame Kilpatrick because he'd "never met them."
Actress Rosario Dawson Accused of Attacking Trans Man
Dedrek Fine, who knew Dawson's family for years and helped renovate the actresses' home, has accused Dawson of attacking, harassing, misgendering, beating and punching him.
New Jersey Couple Taking Taco Bell to Federal Court for $2.18
Nelson Estrella-Rojas and wife Joann Estrella claim that a Taco Bell commercial deceived them into thinking that their Chalupa Cravings Boxes would be five dollars each.