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Compass and Zillow Clash Intensifies as Federal Lawsuit Takes Center Stage

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A legal conflict between real estate firms Compass and Zillow has intensified, as Compass has filed a federal lawsuit against Zillow, claiming unfair business practices. Based in New York, Compass accuses Zillow of stealing data and misrepresenting listings, which the company argues undermines its competitive advantage in the real estate market. Compass alleges that Zillow’s actions constitute both copyright infringement and unfair competition. In its suit, Compass claims that Zillow has replicated proprietary information, which is integral to its business model. The suit emphasizes that such practices can mislead consumers and disrupt the integrity of … Read more

Federal Judge Upholds State Rights, Blocks Trump Administration’s Funding Threat to Transportation Projects

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A federal judge in Rhode Island has issued a ruling that blocks an order which would have stripped billions in federal funding earmarked for infrastructure projects in states not cooperating with the immigration policies of the Trump administration. The decision, handed down by U.S. District Judge John James McConnell Jr., comes as a significant victory for 20 Democratic-led states that challenged the directive from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and its Secretary, Sean Duffy. In a preliminary injunction issued late Thursday, McConnell determined that the plaintiff states are likely to prevail in their case. … Read more

Federal Court Backs Harvard Amid Trump’s Controversial Bid to Limit Foreign Enrollment

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BOSTON — A federal judge’s recent decision has temporarily safeguarded Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students while a legal dispute with the federal government continues. This ruling is seen as a significant victory for Harvard amid a broader confrontation with the Trump administration regarding university policies. U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs issued her ruling on Friday, which allows the prestigious Ivy League institution to maintain its international student enrollment during the ongoing lawsuit. The judge clarified that while the university can continue its admissions processes, the federal government retains the right to evaluate Harvard’s … Read more

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Bid to Bar International Students from Harvard, Sparks Ongoing Legal Battle

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A federal judge in Boston has issued a ruling that indefinitely prevents President Trump’s administration from halting the admission of international students to Harvard University. This decision builds on a previous temporary injunction aimed at protecting the university’s ability to enroll foreign students, a critical component of its academic community. International students comprise about 25% of Harvard’s total enrollment, making their presence vital to the university’s diversity and global engagement. The court’s order, announced on June 20, 2025, does not affect Trump’s earlier proclamation that suspended new international visas, a policy that has drawn criticism … Read more