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Breakthrough in Competition: Judge Moves Forward with Particle Health’s Antitrust Challenge Against Epic

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A federal judge in San Francisco has decided to move forward with an antitrust lawsuit filed by Particle Health against Epic, a prominent health software company. The ruling, announced recently, allows the case to proceed, raising significant implications for the healthcare technology landscape. The lawsuit, initiated by Particle Health in May, accuses Epic of engaging in anti-competitive practices that limit interoperability in the electronic health records (EHR) market. Particle Health, a startup focused on streamlining patient data access, claims that Epic’s tactics hinder innovation and place unnecessary barriers on smaller companies striving to enhance healthcare … Read more

Jury Declares Homicide in Highland Park Police Shooting During Well-Being Check

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Highland Park, Ill. — A jury has determined that the death of Brent Bucholtz, a 59-year-old man, was a homicide following an officer-involved shooting that occurred during a well-being check on June 20, 2025. This decision came through an inquest held by the Lake County Coroner’s Office and confirmed that Bucholtz died from multiple gunshot wounds. The autopsy revealed that Bucholtz was shot several times, with Chief Deputy Coroner Steve Newton indicating this ruling was anticipated. “The classification of homicide for the purposes of death certification is a neutral term and does not imply criminal … Read more

From Down Under to NYU: Miranda Stewart’s Passionate Pursuit of Tax Justice Unveiled

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New York, New York — Miranda Stewart, an accomplished tax lawyer, recently shared that pursuing a career in tax law was never her childhood dream. While reflecting on her journey, she stated that few individuals aim to become tax specialists, despite the passion that some, including herself, might develop in the field. Currently serving as the director of NYU Law’s International Tax Program, Stewart is in her three-year term as a visiting professor. She has made substantial contributions to the field, having authored or edited 12 books focused on various aspects of tax law, including … Read more

Trump’s Bid to Challenge E. Jean Carroll’s $83 Million Ruling Falls Short

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has upheld a jury’s decision to award E. Jean Carroll $83 million in her defamation case against former President Donald Trump. This ruling is a significant development in a legal battle that has drawn considerable public attention and underscores the ongoing repercussions of Trump’s statements regarding the incident. The jury’s verdict, reached in May, found Trump liable for sexual assault and defamation, stemming from Carroll’s accusations of an assault that allegedly took place in the mid-1990s. Trump, in a statement following the verdict, continued to deny the allegations, asserting … Read more