Battle

The Battle for Climate Justice: States, Counties, and Cities Take on Energy Industry in Massive Lawsuits

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Los Angeles, California and numerous other states, counties, and cities across the country are engaged in an intense legal battle against the US energy industry in state courts. These entities have filed lawsuits against major energy companies like ExxonMobil and Shell, as well as the main trade association for the oil and gas industries, alleging that they have contributed to or facilitated the public nuisance of climate change. The plaintiffs are hopeful that, based on previous mass-tort settlements related to public nuisances, they will be able to secure a massive settlement worth potentially billions of … Read more

American Airlines Faces Legal Battle Over Alleged In-Flight Bathroom Recording Incident

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Charlotte, N.C. – American Airlines has requested to be dropped from a federal lawsuit involving a flight attendant who was accused of secretly recording a 14-year-old girl in the bathroom on a flight out of Charlotte last year. The airline argues that it should not be held liable for the actions or crimes of its employees. The request to dismiss the lawsuit comes after the arrest of the flight attendant, Estes Carter Thompson III, in Virginia last month. Thompson is facing charges of attempted sexual exploitation of a minor and possession of child pornography depicting … Read more

Antitrust Battle: NCAA Faces Hurdles in Court as Tennessee Investigation Makes Headlines

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Knoxville, Tennessee – The NCAA finds itself facing a significant hurdle in antitrust cases as a result of the Supreme Court’s 2021 Alston decision, which ruled against the governing body for college sports. While the NCAA has the right to enforce its rules, questions remain about the legality of these rules. This issue has come to the forefront with the NCAA’s latest investigation into the University of Tennessee (UT) and a subsequent lawsuit filed by Tennessee’s attorney general. The NCAA’s investigation focuses on possible Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) violations by the Tennessee Volunteers. However, … Read more

The Ancient Athenian Lesson: Law as the Guardian of Democracy in the Battle for American Politics

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Austin, Texas – As the legal battle over former President Donald Trump’s eligibility to run for office again reaches the US Supreme Court, many are expressing concern over the increasing role courts play in determining the democratic process. However, one law professor argues that the history of law itself demonstrates that it is not in conflict with democracy, but rather a crucial safeguard against tyranny. Examining the ancient democracy of Athens, the law professor highlights the connection between law and democracy as laid down by its notable lawgivers – Draco, Solon, and Cleisthenes. The democratic … Read more