Danielle Wilson's lawsuit against Matt Wright and CASA over her husband Chris "Willow" Wilson's 2022 helicopter crash death could take another year to reach trial, with a judge warning against further delays as Wright cites ongoing legal and financial burdens.
Prince Harry and other claimants lost a £50m High Court case against Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), publisher of the Daily Mail. The judge found no proof of unlawful information gathering, dismissing lurid accusations and focusing on the failure of key witness testimony.
Prince Harry and six other prominent figures lost their case against the Daily Mail publisher, Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), over claims of unlawful information gathering. The High Court dismissed all claims, stating claimants failed to prove unlawful sourcing. The group faces a legal bill of up to £50m.
Prince Harry, Elton John, and five other prominent figures have lost their High Court case against Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), publisher of the Daily Mail. The judge dismissed claims of unlawful information gathering, stating claimants failed to prove illegal sourcing methods over two decades.
Prince Harry's invitation to stay at Buckingham Palace during his UK visit was withdrawn at the last moment, with the palace citing his upcoming High Court judgment against Associated Newspapers as the reason. Harry's spokesperson expressed disappointment, noting the palace was aware of the judgment earlier.
Residents at Arcare, a major Australian aged care provider, have filed a class action lawsuit alleging illegal charging of fees for services like high teas and exercise classes to immobile or incapacitated clients. The suit claims Arcare embedded these fees in 'signature packages' between 2020 and 2026, even for services already legally obliged or unusable by residents.
The Christian Brothers, facing estimated liabilities of $774m from abuse claims, have obtained a moratorium on all lawsuits against them. The order plans to sell 36 properties for $216m to partially meet these claims, a move survivors and lawyers describe as an "ambush" and "gut-wrenching."
A German court case, brought by Jürgen Linnemann, challenges the legal exemption that allows 300,000 disabled people in sheltered workshops to be paid below minimum wage. The ruling could redefine their employment status and rights, sparking debate over the system's effectiveness and economic incentives.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook faced over $1.3 million in legal and security costs due to attacks from the Trump administration, including accusations of mortgage fraud by Bill Pulte. Cook denied the claims, asserting political motivation. A Supreme Court case stemming from her firing by Trump could impact the Fed's independence.
Speculation is rife over a potential split in Shiv Sena (UBT) following reports of Deputy CM Eknath Shinde meeting with 6 MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's camp in Delhi. Shiv Sena MP Arvind Sawant urged the Lok Sabha Speaker not to recognize any breakaway faction.
A Dutch court acquitted humanitarian worker Amin Abu Rashid of funding Hamas, a win for pro-Palestine activists. While the government supports Israel, public opinion is shifting, with polls showing dissatisfaction with the current approach and a broadcaster boycotting Eurovision due to the Gaza war.
British MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI in the UK High Court, alleging its Grok chatbot generated fake sexualised images of her. The case tests AI company accountability for system design, not just user actions, amid global deepfake concerns.
Twitch streamer Dale Wilson, known as LowTierGod, successfully represented himself in a California court, securing a three-year restraining order against his child's mother over alleged doxxing and harassment. The case drew significant attention within gaming communities.
Scotland's high court trial backlog has nearly tripled to ~1,000 cases, driven by complex organised crime and historic sex abuse cases, causing system-wide pressure and delayed justice for victims, witnesses, and the accused.
WiseTech has started notifying staff about redundancies tied to its AI transformation, but employees said the company removed references to AI from an email sent to China-based staff. Workers in several countries described low morale, anxiety and unclear communication.
EPFO has reduced consumer court cases by 46% and overall litigation pendency to its lowest-ever level. A special campaign cleared pending appeals, and the organization plans to use WhatsApp for faster member services and communication in local languages.
Pianist Jayson Gillham is suing the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, alleging unlawful discrimination due to his views on the Gaza conflict. Gillham claims a cancelled concert was an attempt to silence him after he dedicated a performance to journalists killed by Israeli forces. The judge emphasized the trial will focus on the contract dispute, not the broader Middle East conflict.
A California jury is deliberating on Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI's cofounders and Microsoft, focusing on breach of charitable trust, unjust enrichment, and aiding and abetting claims related to Musk's donations and OpenAI's use of funds.
Elon Musk continued his testimony in a $134bn lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging co-founder Sam Altman and president Greg Brockman broke a foundational agreement by converting the AI company from a non-profit to a for-profit structure. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI in 2015 and donated approximately $38m from 2016-2020, is seeking to undo the for-profit conversion and redirect damages to OpenAI's non-profit arm. OpenAI's attorneys have argued Musk was always aware of for-profit plans and is "motivated by jealousy" after leaving the company in 2018. The three-week trial in Oakland, California has featured contentious exchanges and previously private communications revealing the formation of the AI company.
In 2020, Gothenburg deployed an algorithm to allocate school places but the system used 'crow flies' distances instead of actual walking routes, displacing around 700 children to schools miles from their homes across rivers. The author, a researcher and affected parent, sued the city but her case was dismissed because she couldn't access the algorithm's code to prove it was unlawful. She compares the case to the UK Post Office and Dutch childcare benefits scandals, arguing that procedural frameworks remain analogue while opaque algorithmic systems make life-altering decisions without accountability.
Elon Musk's high-stakes lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI began this week in Oakland, California federal court. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI in 2015, alleges the company breached its founding agreement by converting from a non-profit focused on benefiting humanity to a for-profit structure. He is seeking $134bn in damages and reversal of the conversion. OpenAI denies the claims, arguing Musk was aware of for-profit plans and is "motivated by jealousy" after leaving in 2018. The three-week trial features dramatic testimony, with Musk's former lieutenant Jared Birchall confirming approximately $38M in donations from 2016-2020. The outcome could impact OpenAI's planned $1tn IPO and benefit Musk's competing xAI venture.
Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI continues in Oakland federal court, with Musk alleging the co-founders breached their 2015 founding agreement by transforming the AI company from a non-profit into a for-profit entity. Musk seeks $134bn in damages redirected to OpenAI's non-profit arm and removal of Altman and Brockman from the company. OpenAI denies the allegations, claiming Musk was always aware of for-profit plans and is "motivated by jealousy" after his 2018 departure following a failed takeover attempt. The three-week trial features blockbuster testimony from tech industry leaders and could impact OpenAI's planned $1tn IPO.
The Supreme Court is hearing Hikma v. Amarin, a case that could reshape generic drug pricing by determining whether generic manufacturers can be held liable for patent infringement when marketing medications for unpatented uses. The dispute centers on 'skinny labeling,' a strategy that has saved Medicare nearly $15 billion between 2015-2021 by bringing cheaper generics to market years before brand-name patents expire. A ruling in favor of Amarin could increase legal risks for generic companies, potentially leading to higher drug prices and longer waits for affordable medications.
Government appeal against high court ruling could have implications for right to protest and lead to other groups being proscribedThe home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, will have her appeal against the high court ruling that the ban on Palestine Action was unlawful heard in the court of appeal this week, beginning on Tuesday. The Guardian explains the history of the case and what is at stake. Continue reading...
