Idaho Supreme Court Revives $21 Million Lawsuit Against Pocatello Over Land Access Controversy

POCATELLO, Idaho — A recent ruling from the Idaho Supreme Court has revived a $21 million lawsuit against the city of Pocatello, alongside private developers involved in the Northgate project. This decision overturns a 2023 dismissal made by District Judge Robert C. Naftz, allowing the lawsuit filed by the Rupp family to move forward. The Supreme Court’s ruling indicated that Judge Naftz failed to adequately consider the city’s motions and did not permit the Rupp family the chance to present their counterarguments. The court expressed concern that the judge’s lack of thorough analysis could have … Read more

Idaho Supreme Court Revives $21 Million Land Dispute, Allowing Rupp Family’s Claims Against Pocatello to Move Forward

POCATELLO, Idaho — A recent ruling by the Idaho Supreme Court has reopened a contentious $21 million lawsuit against the city of Pocatello and private developers tied to the Northgate project. This decision overturned a prior dismissal by District Judge Robert C. Naftz, who had ruled in favor of the city earlier this year. The Supreme Court’s decision enables a fresh examination of the Rupp family’s allegations that city officials and their development partners conspired to restrict the family’s access to land and reduce costs for water services. The court found fault with Judge Naftz’s … Read more

Battle Over Real Estate Transparency: Mauricio Umansky Revives Antitrust Suit Against NAR Amidst Controversial Listing Rules

Los Angeles, California — The battle over the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy has resurfaced, spearheaded by Mauricio Umansky, founder of The Agency and co-founder of the pocket listings website PLS.com. Umansky has reignited an antitrust lawsuit against NAR, which he initially filed in 2020, with the aim of challenging restrictive real estate listing rules that he claims limit homeowners’ marketing choices. The newly refiled complaint as of July 1 alleges that the Clear Cooperation Policy undermines homeowner agency, asserting that individuals should have the freedom to decide how they market their properties. … Read more

New Jersey Supreme Court Revives Multicounty Lawsuits Against Monsanto, Bayer Over Roundup Health Claims

Trenton, New Jersey — The New Jersey Supreme Court has approved a recent motion that allows lawsuits against Monsanto Co. and its parent company, Bayer AG, to be categorized as multicounty litigation. This decision comes amidst rising concerns over health issues linked to the company’s herbicide, Roundup, which has been the subject of numerous legal battles due to allegations of causing injuries. The court’s ruling, announced Monday, marks a significant development for plaintiffs claiming harm from exposure to Roundup, which contains glyphosate as its active ingredient. These claims have gained traction as more individuals report … Read more