US State

Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Breach of Contract Dismissal

The Delaware Supreme Court reversed a lower court's dismissal of breach of contract claims filed by insurers against Blackbaud, Inc. The insurers, acting as subrogees and assignees, alleged Blackbaud failed to protect client data after a ransomware attack. The court found the amended complaints adequately pled a breach of contract claim.

Bardy Diagnostics v. iRhythm Technologies - Patent Infringement Lawsuit

The District Court of Delaware issued a memorandum resolving disputed claim constructions in a patent infringement lawsuit between Bardy Diagnostics and iRhythm Technologies. The court held a Markman hearing on January 15, 2026, to interpret claim terms across eight asserted patents involved in the dispute.

SpecialtyCare v. Cigna Healthcare - Motion to Dismiss Recommendation

A US District Court has recommended granting Cigna Healthcare's motion to dismiss a complaint filed by SpecialtyCare, Inc. and affiliated physician groups. The lawsuit concerned Cigna's alleged failure to pay over $1.3 million in arbitration awards related to the No Surprises Act. The court found the plaintiffs' claims were not properly before it.

Rojas-Espinoza v. Bondi - Rehearing En Banc Ordered

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ordered a rehearing en banc for the case Rojas-Espinoza v. Bondi. This action vacates the previous panel's order and indicates a significant reconsideration of the case's legal issues. The court's decision to rehear the case en banc suggests potential implications for immigration law and appellate procedure.

USA v. Alex Ruiz - Criminal Conviction Affirmed

The Ninth Circuit affirmed Alex Ruiz's conviction for transporting illegal aliens. The court held that the district court did not abuse its discretion in admitting evidence of a prior conviction for the same crime under Federal Rule of Evidence 404(b) and that Ruiz's constitutional arguments were forfeited.

Ratha v. Rubicon Resources LLC - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act Retroactivity

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of a motion for relief from summary judgment in a human trafficking case. The court held that an amendment to the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act, clarifying civil liability for attempted benefit from human trafficking, has retroactive effect.

California AG Reviews Warner Bros. Mergers for Antitrust Concerns

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a statement reviewing proposed mergers involving Warner Bros., Paramount, and Netflix for potential antitrust concerns. The review focuses on market concentration, competition, worker impact, and creative diversity within the media and entertainment industry.

US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled President Trump's imposition of tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) illegal. California Attorney General Rob Bonta celebrated the decision, which is expected to restore order to markets and potentially lead to the return of funds to harmed parties. The tariffs were projected to cost California's economy $25 billion and over 64,000 jobs.

Texas AG Sues Shein for Toxic Products and Data Exposure

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued global fast-fashion retailer Shein for allegedly selling toxic products and exposing consumer data to the Chinese Communist Party. The lawsuit seeks civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, or $250,000 for violations targeting elderly consumers.

Texas AG Sues Company Over Chest Binders Sold to Minors

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Lola Olivia, Inc., an online retailer, for allegedly selling chest binders to young girls without disclosing significant health risks. The lawsuit seeks over $1,000,000 in monetary relief, including civil penalties, and injunctive relief.