Pricing

Federal Judge Nullifies $4.7 Billion Ruling Against NFL in Sunday Ticket Pricing Lawsuit

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Los Angeles — A federal judge has nullified a massive $4.7 billion jury verdict against the NFL, connected to the league’s exclusive Sunday Ticket service. The judge declared that the evidence did not support the damages previously awarded by the jury to subscribers. The ruling by Judge Philip Gutierrez of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California intensely scrutinized the foundation of the June decision. The initial verdict came after it was concluded that the NFL, alongside DirecTV and network affiliates, had collaborated illegitimately to inflate the price of the Sunday Ticket … Read more

NYC’s Congestion Pricing Dangles in Limbo as Federal Judge Deliberates, Peak Hour Fees Could Change City Traffic

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New York, NY — With a tight deadline approaching this Sunday, New York City’s congestion pricing plan remains uncertain as a federal judge deliberates after hearing arguments on Friday. The program could alter the cost of entering Manhattan, potentially setting a precedent for urban traffic management. The congestion pricing scheme proposes $9 charges during peak hours and $2.50 during off-peak times for vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th Street. Exemptions include peripheral highways along Manhattan’s edges and the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel. Additionally, E-Z Pass users will benefit from up to $3 discounts when entering through specific … Read more

Federal Judge Lewis Liman Reevaluates NYC Congestion Pricing Amid Environmental Concern Lawsuits

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New York, NY — U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman, who recently heard arguments regarding New York City’s controversial congestion pricing plan, continues to shape the legal landscape from his bench in the Southern District of New York. Appointed by President Donald Trump, Liman’s career spans extensive public and private legal experience. Born in December 1960 in New York City, Liman’s early education set a robust foundation for his illustrious career. He graduated from Harvard University before attending the London School of Economics where he obtained a Master of Science. He then earned his Juris Doctor … Read more

NY Federal Judge Rejects Bid to Stall Congestion Pricing, Legal Battles Continue

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New York, NY — A federal judge in New York City has ruled against issuing a preliminary injunction to halt the introduction of congestion pricing, slated to begin on Jan. 5. The decision was handed down on Monday following a series of legal challenges aiming to block the contentious plan. Judge Lewis Liman presided over the lawsuits involving various groups, including the Staten Island Borough President and the United Federation of Teachers, who argue that congestion pricing would pose an undue financial strain on commuters and negatively impact small businesses. During the hearings this past … Read more