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Clark County School District’s Motion for Immunity in Cyberattack Class Action Lawsuit Under Consideration by Judge

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LAS VEGAS, NV – A judge in Clark County is leaning toward granting the motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit filed against the Clark County School District (CCSD) in response to a cyberattack in 2023 that leaked students’ data. However, the judge wants both sides to prepare arguments regarding the district’s potential immunity. CCSD initially informed families about the breach on October 16, after discovering the issue around October 5. The lawsuit, filed on October 31, alleges that the breach led to the exposure of highly sensitive information belonging to teachers, students, graduates, and … Read more

Judicial Conference Takes Action to Eliminate Judge Shopping and Ensure Fairness in the Courtroom

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Washington, D.C. – The Judicial Conference of the United States has taken a significant step towards creating a fair and impartial justice system. In an effort to combat judge shopping and promote random case assignment, the governing body of federal courts has released guidelines for district courts to follow. This move aims to address the appearance of unfairness and restore public trust in the judicial process. Judge shopping refers to the practice of selecting a judge who is perceived to be sympathetic to a particular case. This has raised concerns about the integrity of the … Read more

Minnesota Legislature Takes Action to Reform Property Forfeiture Laws in Response to Supreme Court Ruling

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St. Paul, Minnesota – The Minnesota Legislature is poised to pass new property forfeiture laws in response to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last year that declared the state’s current system unconstitutional. The Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in the case of Tyler v. Hennepin County found that the county violated a woman’s constitutional rights by selling her forfeited property for more than the amount she owed in taxes and keeping the surplus. Earlier this year, the state agreed to pay a settlement of $109 million to resolve class action lawsuits filed on behalf of Minnesotans … Read more

Landmark Lawsuit Against Hermes: Class Action Alleges Tying Purchase of Birkin Bags to Luxury Items

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San Francisco, California – A proposed class action lawsuit has been filed in Northern California against luxury fashion label Hermes, alleging that the retailer unfairly ties the purchase of its coveted Birkin bags to the purchase of other luxury items. Legal experts believe that this lawsuit could set a precedent in the retail industry, attracting the attention of both attorneys and fans of the brand. The Birkin bag, recognized by social media influencers and featured in books and television shows, has gained a cult-like following. However, the proposed lawsuit claims that Hermes employs a practice … Read more