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Maryland AG Intervenes in Lawsuit Alleging Decades-Old WWE Child Sex Abuse Negligence

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:43:41 EST

]]>"The attorney general's interest in this case is defending the constitutionality of the [Maryland Child Victims Act of 2023]," Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown's office wrote in a motion to intervene in a plaintiffs' sexual abuse negligence lawsuit alleging defendants World Wrestling Entertainment, Vince McMahon and Linda McMahon are liable for failing to prevent childhood sexual abuse in the 20th century.

States Sue to Block Trump Order Restricting Mail-in Ballots

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:20:38 EST

]]>The lawsuit by Democratic state leaders is one of at least three challenging President Trump's attempt to extend federal control over elections.

Foley Hoag Asks Court to Clarify Order Blocking Trump's Ballroom Project

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:45:27 EST

]]>"The president's belief appears to be that ... the court's order allows ballroom construction to proceed unabated now," Foley Hoag attorneys wrote in a plaintiff's motion asking a federal judge to clarify the scope of a preliminary injunction blocking President Donald Trump from building his White House ballroom project as the lawsuit plays out.

Social Media Helps Gibson Dunn Capsize Trump's EO Against NPR

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:05:51 EST

]]>"We had some discovery and some really interesting evidence that showed that there was just a real bias against NPR by the government," Theodore "Ted" Boutrous Jr., a partner at Gibson Dunn in Los Angeles, said of the litigation strategy his team used to secure permanent injunctive relief on behalf of plaintiff National Public Radio. "It was really powerful evidence."

Twitter Investors Can Sue Elon Musk as a Class in NY Securities Fraud Case

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:52:48 EST

]]>U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter Jr. of the Southern District of New York certified the class over arguments from Musk's Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan legal team that the investor class wasn't cohesive.

DOJ Rebukes State AGs' Improper Disclosure of Confidential HPE-Juniper Data

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:27:03 EST

]]>"Although the harm caused by the States' improper disclosure is largely irreparable, the Court should enforce its Protective Order to show that the violation will not be tolerated and to mitigate further harm," U.S. Department of Justice attorneys wrote in a joint letter after state attorneys general mistakenly filed highly confidential materials on the public docket regarding Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co.'s acquisition of Juniper Networks and HPE's nonpublic communications.

Signing off With Gratitude

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:31:00 EST

]]>The Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board has been privileged to share its reflections for many years.

Moving Forward: Reject Changes to Affordable Housing Appeals

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:30:37 EST

]]>A slew of anti-affordable housing appeals bills has been introduced by sponsors attempting to take cynical advantage of the enactment of a new housing law.

Bank of America Agrees To $72.5M Deal to End Epstein Survivor's Lawsuit

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:46:17 EST

]]>Boies Schiller Flexner and Edwards Henderson stated that the deal provided a substantial recovery for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, while sparing them the risk of further litigation.

Remembering Dan Krisch

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:05:32 EST

]]>With her pick of the litter, Justice Peters chose Dan because of his intellect, writing skill, creativity and eagerness to learn.

State Court Clarifies Special Motions to Dismiss Anti-SLAPP Claim in Martha's Vineyard Dispute

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:48:28 EST

]]>Bristol Asphalt v. Rochester Bituminous Products, to analyze special motions to dismiss under the state's anti-SLAPP laws, Massachusetts General Laws chapter 231 Section 59H.

'Class Action Bar is Unenforceable': Fed. Judge Denies Ford's Efforts to Block 10-Speed Transmission Suit

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:00:21 EST

]]>Berk v. Choy and Shady Grove squarely resolve the question of whether Rule 23 applies in federal court notwithstanding a state law class action bar. It does, and therefore the Alabama class action bar is unenforceable in this action," a federal judge in Massachusetts wrote.

Connecticut Joins Other States in Exploring Additional Pathways to Attorney Licensure

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:20:34 EST

]]>Connecticut has formed a committee to explore other pathways for law school graduates to become lawyers instead of taking the bar exam.

Smoking Gun? Alleged Evidence Against CooperSurgical Hits the Docket

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:16:40 EST

]]>Now, the plaintiffs are seeking further records from CooperSurgical in a push for punitive damages. But the company argues it has already produced sufficient discovery, and that punitive damages discovery must be limited and proportional.

Women Still Earn Less—and That Puts Employers at Risk

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:34:50 EST

]]>For the first time since the 1990s, the gender pay gap grew slightly in the U.S. in 2026, providing a wake-up call to employers and litigators. But on the local level, some states with pay-transparency laws—and others with no such laws—have succeeded in closing the gap.

City Sues Elon Musk's Companies Over Grok's Sexually Explicit Deepfakes

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:02:54 EST

]]>Baltimore has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against X Corp., xAI Corp., xAI LLC and SpaceX, alleging their Grok AI tool enabled the creation and dissemination of non%E2%80%91consensual sexualized deepfakes—including content involving minors—marking one of the first times a municipality has used its consumer-protection authority to confront AI%E2%80%91driven harms.

The Importance of Joy in Dark Times

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:36:04 EST

]]>According to well-being science, giving ourselves and each other permission to experience moments of joy in dark times is essential: Positive emotions are an engine of resilience.

Needless Complexity in Connecticut's Housing Cases

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:26:42 EST

]]>If the courts are going to take on substantially more summary process trials, they must find a way to reduce needless and costly delays.

Keep the State's Elections Watchdog Independent

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:44:38 EST

]]>The SEEC's institutional design reflects its independence from traditional executive branch oversight.

GEICO Allegedly Made Hundreds of Complaints About Tow Trucks—And Won in Court

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:17:47 EST

]]>Tow truck operators sued the insurer for defamation over complaints to the Department of Motor Vehicles, but two courts have sided with GEICO.

Pardon Power and the Potential for Abuse

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:24:20 EST

]]>While the number of pardons bestowed in his first term was not unique (144 pardons), thus far in his second term of office, President Trump has issued approximately 1,500 pardons.

A Law to Speed Up Discovery in Conn. Faces Strong Opposition

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:02:26 EST

]]>Critics say Section Three of Bill No. 475 would violate privacy laws.

Defamation Lawsuit Brought by Celebrity Doctor Against Attorney, Law Firm Can Proceed

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:00:21 EST

]]>A Connecticut federal judge weighed when an individual who is well-known in some circles is considered a public figure.

The 7 Perils of AI: Michelle Lee Says Pause First

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:35:24 EST

]]>In one example, fraudsters initiated a video call to execute a multimillion-dollar scam after using AI to capture a CFO's voice and image.

Ex-Employees' Suit Over Unpaid UPS Referral Bonuses Cleared to Move Forward, Judge Rules

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:50:22 EST

]]>One plaintiff referred 7,402 individuals but claims she only received compensation of $41.90 per individual referred—not the $500 or $1,000 per individual referred that UPS allegedly promised. Another claimed he referred 1,400 individuals but was only compensated $32.50 per referral.

Showing Contempt Undermines the Integrity of Our Courts

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:46:56 EST

]]>We area all duty-bound to encourage clients to view our courts, judges, and court orders with a degree of respect and dignity that those orders deserve as a matter of law.

'It's a Big Deal': An Unusual Case Is Creating Precedence in Connecticut

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:18:20 EST

]]>Most claims of negligent interference with a dead body are made against funeral homes. But an attorney attempting a novel argument just overcame his first hurdle.

Connecticut's Lost Committee That Should Be Restored

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:17:13 EST

]]>We urge the legislature to try again this year to reestablish the Program Review and Investigations Committee.

Court Affirms $16 Million Verdict Against Danbury

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:26:44 EST

]]>Brian J. Donnell, a partner at Barclay Damon, was lead counsel for the plaintiffs.

Mass. Judge Blocks HHS From Cutting CDC Vaccine Recs; Halts Atlanta Meeting

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:51:39 EST

]]>The blocks are temporary, pending either a trial or a decision for summary judgment. Federal health officials indicated they planned to appeal.

PURA's Regulatory Authority Tested in Landmark Utility Transaction

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:17:56 EST

]]>Representatives from several Connecticut towns and the Office of Consumer Counsel emphasized concerns that nonprofit utilities are not governed by PURA, but their own board, and this lack of regulatory oversight would lead to higher rates.

DC Circuit Asks if Block on Trump's Fast-Track Deportations Helps Immigrant Parolees

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:55:56 EST

]]>“Under the third prong of standing, it's your burden to show a likelihood of redressability," Judge Justin Walker told an immigrant rights group's attorney. "I think you need to show at least a 51% likelihood that this stay is the reason that at least one person has not been put into expedited removal. Who is that one person?

Judge Refuses to Dismiss 'Junk Fees' Class Action

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:26:27 EST

]]>The court denied the defendant's motion to dismiss and compel arbitration, concluding the website did not properly communicate that customers were agreeing to the terms and conditions.

Class Action Advances Against Employer Over IT Worker's Alleged Cyber Crimes

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:36:52 EST

]]>A judge allowed a class action to proceed against an employer whose IT worker allegedly used its network to prey on teenage girls.

'It's Getting Worse': Federal Judges Warn of Rising Threats, ‘Dog Whistles' From Political Leaders

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:10:53 EST

]]>U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas on Wednesday criticized top Department of Justice officials for their silence in the face of ongoing threats and violence against judges, saying "that silence says a lot." Her comments came during the 2026 Legalweek panel in Manhattan, where she spoke with fellow U.S. District Court Judges Kenly Kato, Karoline Mehalchick and Mia Perez.

Workers Reach $9.5 Million Settlement With FedEx

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:25:50 EST

]]>The settlement would follow a national trend of some states interpreting their wage and hour laws to encompass mandatory security screenings.

How Epstein Corresponded with a Broad Big Law Network

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:24:11 EST

]]>Lawyers from at least eight Big Law firms corresponded with Epstein on more than a couple of occasions and for a variety of purposes, from strictly business reasons to legal advice.

In Line for Judgeships: Gov. Lamont Names 14 Superior Court Nominations

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:46:45 EST

]]>If the Connecticut General Assembly confirms them, the nominees will each fill one of 20 vacancies on the bench.

Connecticut Jury Returns $75 Million Verdict for IP Infringement

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:06:17 EST

]]>The verdict sends a message to tech companies that "you can't design a model like this where you take other people's stuff, hide it and then sell it," counsel for the plaintiff, Yonaton Aronoff of Harris St. Laurent & Wechsler, claimed.

Practicing Law Without a License: ChatGPT Sued for Legal Fees

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:57:24 EST

]]>A new lawsuit might test whether OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot is lawfully dispensing legal advice.