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Walmart Faces California Lawsuit Over Hazardous Waste and Consumer Information Updated: Published by:

The California attorney general and various district attorneys in the state allege that the retailer violated state environmental protection and consumer protection laws by improperly disposing of hazardous and confidential materials in landfills.

Coachella Music Festival Scores Victory in Trademark Infringement Claim Updated: Published by:

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order against an advertiser of a New Year's Eve outdoor music festival near the site of the famous Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival. This prevents the event from being advertised under its current name, due to potential consumer confusion.

Meta Files Lawsuit to Disrupt Phishing Scam Updated: Published by:

On Monday, December 20, 2021, Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, Inc., filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, in an attempt to disrupt a phishing scam taking place on its platforms. The lawsuit alleges that the defendants created over 39,000 websites to deceive…

Heirs of Dutch Artist Piet Mondrian Sue the Philadelphia Museum of Art Over $100 Million Painting Updated: Published by:

The heirs of Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, known for his 20th-century abstract art, have sued the Philadelphia Museum of Art for rightful ownership of his painting Composition with Blue (1926), a painting they assert was wrongfully donated to the museum after it was stolen by the Nazis.

Taylor Swift May Face Jury Trial in Copyright Lawsuit Updated: Published by:

A federal judge declined to grant summary judgment to the pop singer in a copyright infringement case, finding that there were significant similarities between the lyrics of "Shake It Off" and a song written by the plaintiffs.

COVID-19 Litigation Against StubHub Split Between Arbitration and Courts Updated: Published by:

A federal judge ruled that consumers who used the StubHub mobile app must have their claims heard in court, while consumers who used the StubHub website must proceed through arbitration, except for certain California consumer law claims.

Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Sony Interactive Entertainment Alleges Gender Discrimination and Bias Updated: Published by:

On Monday, November 22, 2021, a class action lawsuit was filed against Sony Interactive Entertainment. The complaint alleges that Sony "tolerates and cultivates" a workplace environment that discriminates against female employees.

Subway Continues to Battle Lawsuit Based on Tuna Products Updated: Published by:

Two California plaintiffs allege that the restaurant chain produces sandwiches, salads, and wraps that contain animal proteins other than tuna, deceiving customers about the contents of these products.