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Texas Federal Courts Experience Torts Litigation Surge, Surpassing New York and Highlighting Key Trends in 2024

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HOUSTON – A recent study reveals that from 2022 to 2024, the Southern District of Texas ranked second in federal tort lawsuits, trailing only Mississippi’s Southern District. The findings, outlined in the 2025 Torts Litigation Report by Lex Machina, indicate a notable increase in tort litigation across U.S. federal courts. The report highlights a nearly 20 percent rise in federal tort filings between the 2023-2024 and 2021-2022 periods. Contributing factors include larger jury awards, simplified processes for moving cases to federal courts, and stagnant insurance coverage limits that have not adjusted for inflation. Ron Porter, … Read more

Federal Judge Weighs Mountain West’s Bid to Dismiss Pac-12’s $55M Lawsuit Amid Conference Turmoil

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SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge heard arguments on Tuesday regarding the Mountain West Conference’s request to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the Pac-12 over $55 million in so-called “poaching fees.” Judge Susan van Keulen did not issue a ruling during the hearing. The Pac-12 issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to the legal action against the Mountain West, expressing confidence in its position while emphasizing its dedication to academic excellence and athletic tradition. The dispute centers on a poaching clause in a scheduling agreement signed by the Pac-12 for last season. The clause required … Read more

New York AG Letitia James Hires Legal Team Amid Federal Investigations, Sparking Political Firestorm

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New York, N.Y. — New York Attorney General Letitia James has enlisted a prestigious law firm to navigate increasing federal scrutiny amid ongoing investigations. She has retained Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP to address federal subpoenas issued by prosecutors in Albany, although details regarding the cost of the legal representation remain undisclosed. James’ decision to hire outside counsel reflects a significant escalation in the Republican-led investigations targeting her office, particularly as she continues her legal challenges against the Trump administration. Supporters of James argue that the investigations are politically motivated, claiming that Trump is leveraging … Read more

Federal Judge Approves Settlement to Ensure Voter ID Compliance in North Carolina Amid Growing Election Scrutiny

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RALEIGH, N.C. — A federal judge has approved a settlement plan resolving a lawsuit brought by the Justice Department under President Donald Trump aimed at improving voter registration accuracy in North Carolina. The lawsuit questioned the compliance of state election officials regarding the inclusion of identification numbers for over 100,000 registered voters. U.S. District Judge Richard Myers endorsed the consent agreement jointly submitted by the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department and the North Carolina State Board of Elections. Legal representatives for both parties indicated that this agreement would help ensure that North Carolina … Read more