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California Court Upholds User Mental Health Suit Against Meta, Snap, and TikTok, Leaving Jury to Decide

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SAN FRANCISCO — A California judge has ruled against technology giants Meta Platforms, Snap, and TikTok in an ongoing legal case regarding their impact on users’ mental health. The decision, delivered on Monday, allows a jury to evaluate whether the plaintiff was adequately informed about her alleged injuries related to the companies’ social media platforms. The case comes as part of a consolidated litigation that accuses these companies of contributing to mental health deterioration among users. The judge’s ruling emphasizes that a jury will consider the extent to which the plaintiff should have been aware … Read more

Governor Matt Meyer Nominates Jordan Ponzo Perry to Join Delaware’s Court of Common Pleas, Highlighting Her Two Decades of Legal Expertise

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WILMINGTON, Del. — Governor Matt Meyer has put forward the nomination of Jordan Ponzo Perry, Esq., for a judgeship on the Court of Common Pleas, highlighting her extensive legal background and commitment to public service. Ponzo Perry, a Wilmington native, brings nearly 20 years of legal expertise as both a criminal prosecutor and civil litigator. Currently serving as an Assistant County Attorney in New Castle County, Ponzo Perry represents the Department of Public Safety. In this role, she collaborates closely with law enforcement, emergency responders, and county officials, addressing a myriad of legal matters relevant … Read more

George Santos’ Lawsuit Against Jimmy Kimmel Dismissed by Appeals Court Over Cameo Video Dispute

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NEW YORK — A federal appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Rep. George Santos against comedian Jimmy Kimmel. The lawsuit pertained to Kimmel’s use of Cameo app videos that Santos claimed misrepresented him, leading to emotional distress. In a ruling on Thursday, the court found that Santos’s claims were unfounded, emphasizing Kimmel’s First Amendment rights to engage in comedic expression. The lawsuit sought damages related to Kimmel’s satirical portrayal of Santos, who has faced significant scrutiny over alleged fabrications in his personal and professional history. During his broadcasts, Kimmel had made a series … Read more

Federal Appeals Court Upholds $83.3 Million Defamation Verdict Against Trump in E. Jean Carroll Case

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A federal appeals court in New York upheld an $83.3 million jury award against former President Donald Trump on Monday, finding he defamed writer E. Jean Carroll in comments made in 2019. The decision from the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals confirmed that the amount awarded to Carroll was justified given the evidence presented during the trial. In their ruling, the panel of judges emphasized that the district court acted appropriately and that the jury’s award of damages was reasonable considering the “extraordinary and egregious” circumstances of the case. The court dismissed Trump’s argument for … Read more