Supreme Court Confirms USPS Immunity From Lawsuits Over Non-Delivery
The Supreme Court ruled the U.S. Postal Service cannot be sued, even in cases of intentional non-delivery of mail, preserving the agency’s immunity from liability.
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Supreme Court Takes Up Oil Giants' Climate Liability in Boulder Case
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a Boulder, Colorado climate lawsuit against Exxon Mobil and Suncor, a case that could reshape how state courts hear dozens of similar actions against fossil-fuel companies over climate damages and consumer fraud allegations—none of which have yet gone to trial.
VA halts controversial disability-rule after veteran outrage
The Department of Veterans Affairs will not enforce a newly published interim rule that would base disability ratings on functional status while on medications, halting enforcement after widespread backlash; the rule—aimed at adjusting benefits and published in the Federal Register—drew fierce criticism from the VFW and lawmakers who warned it could penalize veterans who follow doctors’ orders, including concerns about psychiatric medications, and a lawsuit has been filed to block it.
Trump shields glyphosate production with executive order amid lawsuits
President Trump signed an executive order under the Defense Production Act to secure domestic production of glyphosate-based herbicides like Roundup and elemental phosphorus, granting immunity to manufacturers and arguing the move is essential to national security and food supply. Health and environmental groups criticize it amid thousands of lawsuits alleging cancer risks, while Bayer says it will comply and pursues preemption in courts; the policy could affect litigation as a Supreme Court preemption case awaits in April.
Lawsuit challenges Trump’s 250-foot arch beside Arlington Cemetery over visitor experience
Three Vietnam War veterans and a historic preservationist filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, arguing a proposed 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery would disrupt visitors’ experience and undermine nearby monuments.
Bayer tees up $7.25B settlement to wrap Roundup cancer lawsuits
Bayer and plaintiffs’ lawyers unveiled a proposed nationwide settlement of up to $7.25 billion to resolve more than 125,000 U.S. Roundup cancer lawsuits, funded over as many as 21 years with payouts varying by exposure and age. The deal, which still needs Missouri court approval, would provide compensation even if the Supreme Court sides with Bayer on labeling preemption, while potentially shielding the company from larger future costs. Separately, Bayer has halted glyphosate in U.S. residential markets but continues its use in agriculture; regulators say glyphosate is unlikely to be carcinogenic when used as directed. Some plaintiffs’ attorneys say payouts are too small and opt-outs could derail the agreement.),
Lawsuit challenges EPA's repeal of landmark climate endangerment finding
More than a dozen health and environmental-justice groups filed a DC Circuit lawsuit challenging the EPA’s rollback of the 2009 endangerment finding, which underpins limits on heat-trapping emissions from vehicles and power plants. The plaintiffs name the EPA and Administrator Lee Zeldin as defendants, arguing the repeal jeopardizes public health protections under the Clean Air Act and contradicts science; the agency defends the move as lawful. The outcome could affect ongoing climate-regulation efforts.
Bayer inks $7.25 billion accord to settle Roundup cancer lawsuits
Bayer has agreed to a proposed $7.25 billion settlement to resolve thousands of lawsuits alleging the Roundup herbicide causes cancer, aiming to end years of litigation.
Purcellville on the edge: growth, governance and recalls collide
In Purcellville, Virginia, a clash between a growth-friendly faction and residents wary of rapid change has fractured the town. A recall targets four council members including the mayor, while lawsuits and felony charges accompany a broader fight over development and governance, sparking tense public meetings and a microcosm of national-style political divides.
Courts weigh whether social platforms are addictive in youth mental-health lawsuits
Lawsuits against Meta and YouTube (and earlier settlements with Snap and TikTok) allege social networks harmed minors’ mental health, but experts say proving true addiction is difficult and research shows mixed, often small population-level effects. The debate centers on whether features like endless scrolling and algorithmic amplification constitute addiction or problematic use, with calls for regulation despite recognition of potential harms and benefits from social media.
Lawsuit alleges 18‑month‑old in ICE custody was denied meds after hospitalization
An 18‑month‑old girl detained by ICE in Texas was hospitalized with a life‑threatening respiratory illness and, after discharge, returned to custody where detention staff allegedly confiscated her nebulizer, other respiratory meds and nutritional drinks; her parents, who were also detained, filed a Texas federal lawsuit seeking their release, and the family says the case comes amid concerns about medical care at the Dilley facility during a measles outbreak.
GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Under Fire: Side Effects and Lawsuits Rise
An opinion piece cautions that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, while beneficial for diabetes, can cause serious adverse effects (gastroparesis, organ issues, vision loss, muscle and bone decline) when used for vanity weight loss. It cites lawsuits against drugmakers for warnings and emphasizes the need to prioritize nutrition, metabolic health, and sustainable lifestyle changes over prolonged pharmacological use, warning against turning wellness into a perpetual drug regimen.
Censorship showdown: NewsGuard sues FTC over ratings control
NewsGuard, a firm that rates the reliability of online news outlets, has sued President Trump’s Federal Trade Commission, alleging the agency tried to drive it out of business by barring a major ad agency from using NewsGuard’s ratings in retaliation for disagreements with its assessments. The company frames the move as censorship and argues it violates First and Fourth Amendment rights, illustrating a clash between a government regulator and a private ratings provider over online news credibility.
Arizona verdict could reshape thousands of Uber driver sexual assault lawsuits
A federal jury in Arizona found Uber liable for a driver who raped a rider, awarding the plaintiff $8.5 million. The verdict, which hinged on Uber acting as an apparent agent and noted safety measures but did not award punitive damages or find design negligence, could influence thousands of similar lawsuits by guiding settlement talks and litigation strategy. Uber plans to appeal the decision.
Uber ordered to pay $8.5M in first of thousands of sexual-assault lawsuits
A Phoenix federal jury found Uber liable for the sexual assault of a rider, ordering $8.5 million in damages to the victim (Jaylynn Dean) and potentially guiding thousands of consolidated cases. Uber plans to appeal, arguing it isn’t responsible for drivers’ actions, while safety reports show thousands of assaults linked to drivers.