Connecticut

  • April 24, 2026

    Maggie McFly's Servers File Class Action Over Unpaid Wages

    A pair of former Maggie McFly's servers have filed a proposed class and collective action against the restaurant chain in Connecticut federal court, claiming the business failed to pay them minimum wage for all the hours they worked and also unlawfully required them to pay for costly uniforms.

  • April 24, 2026

    Up Last At High Court: TPS, Geofence, Skinny Labels

    The U.S. Supreme Court will close out its oral argument portion of the 2025 October term by hearing a panoply of disputes over the constitutionality of geofence warrants, the existence of aiding and abetting torture claims, and the rescission of temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of immigrants.

  • April 24, 2026

    Salesforce Fired Worker After He Cared For Ill Dad, Suit Says

    Salesforce selected a senior solutions consultant for layoff while he was on approved family medical leave because of his father's recurring cancer, and later fired him, the former consultant said in a lawsuit filed in Connecticut federal court.

  • April 24, 2026

    Judge Shields More Colleges From Admissions Data Survey

    A Boston federal judge on Friday blocked enforcement of the federal government's demand for seven years' worth of college admissions data from dozens of universities, following an earlier ruling enjoining the U.S. Department of Education survey for the public colleges of 17 states.

  • April 24, 2026

    States Seek Early Win In Challenge To Trump Mail-In Ballot EO

    A coalition of Democrat-led states is asking a Massachusetts federal judge to permanently block core provisions of President Donald Trump's executive order limiting mail-in voting, arguing the directive unlawfully encroaches on states' authority over elections and violates the Constitution's separation of powers.

  • April 24, 2026

    One Certainty As Tariff Refunds Start: 'There Will Be Litigation'

    The launch of the refund process for tariffs struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court marks the start of lengthy and multifaceted court battles as companies fight with consumers — and amongst themselves — about who gets a slice of the $166 billion pie, experts told Law360.

  • April 24, 2026

    Bank Asks 2nd Circ. To OK Fed-Blocked Mortgage Program

    Canandaigua National Corp. has urged the Second Circuit to overturn a Federal Reserve Board decision that denied the community bank's request to introduce a cash guarantee program for homebuyers, arguing the agency wrongly treated the plan as off-limits under what the company called an outdated legal view that banks should not own real estate.

  • April 24, 2026

    Cigna Plan Members Say HIPAA Notice Backs Privacy Claims

    A group of Cigna health plan participants who claimed the company failed to protect their private health information when it tracked their website activities told a Pennsylvania federal judge that the insurance giant should not be allowed to dodge new allegations that their HIPAA rights were violated.

  • April 24, 2026

    Lawmakers Back $5.7M For Conn. Official's 23 Years In Prison

    The Connecticut Legislature's Joint Committee on Judiciary voted Friday to compensate a local politician $5.7 million for 23 years he spent in prison after a murder conviction, overcoming objections from the victim's family and the concerns of some lawmakers that the evidence underlying Maceo "Troy" Streater's claim did not meet the necessary standard.

  • April 24, 2026

    2nd Circ. Nixes Cigna Retirees' Bid For Added Discovery

    The Second Circuit refused to restart proceedings in a class action from Cigna retirees who challenged changes to their pensions, ruling Friday that a lower court was correct to hold that the ex-workers hadn't shown the insurer was disregarding orders to reform their retirement plan. 

  • April 24, 2026

    2nd Circ. Clears Fox News Of Liability In Sex Assault Suit

    The Second Circuit concluded Friday that a former Fox News associate producer can't hold the network liable under New York state and city civil rights laws for alleged sexual harassment and rape by a fired show anchor.

  • April 23, 2026

    2nd Circ. Backs NBCUniversal In Suit Over Video Data Sharing

    The Second Circuit on Thursday refused to revive a proposed class action accusing NBCUniversal of violating the Video Privacy Protection Act, finding that the dispute was "materially indistinguishable" from a separate precedential panel ruling that set the standard for what qualifies as personally identifiable information under the federal law.

  • April 23, 2026

    2nd Circ. Revives Copyright Fight Over Michael Jordan Video

    The Second Circuit on Thursday revived parts of a videographer's copyright lawsuit against an online news publisher, ruling in a precedential decision that a lower court wrongly dismissed infringement claims over a video showing basketball legend Michael Jordan breaking up a fight and screenshots used with headlines.

  • April 23, 2026

    Feds Say Earlier Deal Doesn't Negate Black & Decker Claims

    The U.S. government is urging a Maryland federal court not to throw out its bid for a permanent injunction in a suit against Stanley Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. over its alleged failure to report dangerous defects, saying a 2015 consent decree doesn't render the government's current claims moot.

  • April 23, 2026

    Pair Accused Of Scheming To Dodge $2.5M IRS Tax Debt

    A Connecticut grand jury has charged an in-state businessman allegedly $2.5 million in debt to the Internal Revenue Service and a North Carolina man with engineering a series of financial transactions to keep tax authorities from collecting the debt, according to federal prosecutors.

  • April 23, 2026

    Sikorsky Says UK Co. Owes $9.8M More In Chopper Feud

    A British company that is already on the hook for more than $26.3 million must pay Sikorsky International Operations Inc. an additional $9.77 million in offer-of-compromise interest after losing a lawsuit over the scrapped purchase of two helicopters, the Lockheed Martin-owned manufacturer told a Connecticut federal judge.

  • April 23, 2026

    Judge Questions DOJ Bid To End Suit Over Trans Care Memo

    A Massachusetts federal judge appeared unmoved Thursday by a U.S. Department of Justice lawyer's argument that a suit challenging directives on prosecuting providers of gender-affirming care for transgender children is an abstract debate, noting that some providers have deemed the care too risky and stopped services. 

  • April 23, 2026

    Bassist's Suit Against Metal Band Can Rock On, Judge Says

    A Connecticut judge has refused to strike six counts from a bassist's lawsuit challenging his ejection from the Grammy-nominated metal band Hatebreed, finding the musician properly pleaded claims that he was harmed by his 2024 removal after a decades-long business relationship.

  • April 22, 2026

    Hagens Berman, Others Seek To Co-Lead PFAS Fire Gear Suit

    Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP and four other firms have urged a Montana federal judge to appoint them as co-lead class counsel in PFAS firefighter gear litigation by cities and municipalities against 3M, Dupont and others, arguing they were the first to file suit, which inspired multiple "copycat" actions.

  • April 22, 2026

    Costco Says '100% Agave' Tequila Suit Belongs In Mexico

    Costco has urged a Washington federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit accusing the retailer of falsely labeling its Kirkland Signature tequila as made from pure agave, arguing that a U.S. court exercising jurisdiction over the case would interfere with Mexico's "exclusive sovereign authority to determine what is and is not 100% agave tequila."

  • April 22, 2026

    Nexstar Appeals Order Blocking $6.2B Tegna Merger

    Nexstar Media Group Inc. has made good on its promise to appeal an order preventing it from fully merging with Tegna Inc., as the broadcasters fight a challenge of the $6.2 billion deal from state enforcers and satellite provider DirecTV.

  • April 22, 2026

    Poland Spring Drinkers Renew Class Cert. Bid In False-Ad Suit

    Purchasers of Poland Spring bottled water have again urged a Connecticut federal judge to certify proposed classes in their lawsuit that claims the former Nestle brand was actually bottling groundwater, setting a proposed class period end date after the judge initially denied their certification request for lacking a date.

  • April 22, 2026

    Justices Would Back Vax Law Challenge, 2nd Circ. Told

    The U.S. Supreme Court's March 2 decision in a California gender-related school policy case requires the Second Circuit to advance a 2023 challenge to Connecticut's preschool and daycare student vaccine mandates, an attorney for a Constitution State congregation told a three-judge panel on Wednesday.

  • April 22, 2026

    Cumulus Defends Nielsen Data-Tying Order At 2nd Circ.

    Radio giant Cumulus Media has told the Second Circuit that Nielsen helped contribute to the broadcaster's bankruptcy earlier this year by tying sales of its national radio ratings data to sales of its local offerings, calling the practice unlawful and saying it should be stopped.

  • April 22, 2026

    Defunct Soccer League Bids To Revive Antitrust Case

    The North American Soccer League pressed the Second Circuit for a new antitrust trial against Major League Soccer and soccer's U.S. governing body Wednesday, arguing that it was hamstrung by the trial court's jury instructions regarding a "relevant market" for professional soccer.

Expert Analysis

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    Alpine Skiing Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Skiing has shaped habits I rely on daily as an attorney — focus, resilience and the ability to remain steady when circumstances shift rapidly — and influences the way I approach legal strategy, client counseling and teamwork, says Isaku Begert at Marshall Gerstein.

  • What A Court Doc Audit Reveals About Erroneous Filings

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    My audit of 1,522 court documents from last month found that over 95% contained at least one verifiable error, with fewer than 1% showing clear indicators of artificial intelligence use — highlighting above all else that lawyers may want to focus most on strengthening their review processes, says Elliott Ash at ETH Zurich.

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    Ultramarathons Make Me A Better Lawyer

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    Completing a 100-mile ultramarathon was tougher, more humbling and more rewarding than I ever imagined, and the experience highlighted how long-distance running has sharpened my ability to adapt to the evolving nature of antitrust law and strengthened my resolve to handle demanding, unforeseen challenges, says Dan Oakes at Axinn.

  • State FARA Laws Pose Unique Constitutional Challenges

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    Several states have recently enacted foreign agent registration and disclosure regimes that were modeled after the Foreign Agents Registration Act, but these state laws raise several constitutional questions, including concerns about preemption, speech and petition, and vagueness, says Alexandra Langton at Covington.

  • Getting The Most Out Of Learning And Development Programs

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    Junior associates can better develop the legal, business and interpersonal skills they need for long-term success by approaching their firms’ learning and development programs armed with five tips for getting the most out of these resources, says Lauren Hakala at Reed Smith.

  • Opinion

    AI Presents A Make-Or-Break Moment For Outside Counsel

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    The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence by corporate legal departments is forcing a long-overdue reset of the relationship between inside and outside counsel, and introducing a significant opportunity to shed frustrating inefficiencies and strengthen collaboration for firms willing to embrace the shift, says Intel Chief Legal Officer April Miller Boise.

  • State Carbon Cost Disparities Are Pivotal In Data Center Siting

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    When choosing U.S. data center locations, developers must carefully consider the patchwork of state and regional carbon emission pricing regimes that are layered on top of the federal permitting framework, creating compliance cost differentials that could add up to billions of dollars, say attorneys at Davis Graham.

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    Watching Hallmark Movies Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    I realize you may be judging me for watching, and actually enjoying, Hallmark Channel movies, but the escapism and storylines actually demonstrate qualities and actions that lead to an efficient, productive and positive legal practice, says Karen Ross at Tucker Ellis.

  • Keys To Federal Carbon Compliance In Data Center Siting

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    Recent statements from the White House and state governors about making data centers pay for their own power infrastructure have underlined the importance of choosing locations, generation technologies and deal structures to optimize carbon, permitting and compliance costs, say attorneys at Davis Graham.

  • 5 Tips For Navigating Your Firm's All-Attorney Summit

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    Law firm retreats should be approached strategically, as they present valuable opportunities to advance both the firm's objectives and attorneys' professional development through meaningful participation, building and strengthening internal relationships, and proactive follow-up, says James Argionis at Cozen O’Connor.

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    Coaching Soccer Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Coaching youth soccer for my 7-year-old son's team has sharpened how I communicate with clients, prepare witnesses, work within teams and think about leadership, making me a more thoughtful and effective lawyer in many ways, says Joshua Holt at Smith Currie.

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    Law School's Missed Lessons: The Human Element

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    Law school teaches you to quickly apply intellect and logic when handling a legal issue, but every fact pattern also involves a person, making the ability to balance expertise with empathy critical to the growth of relationships with clients, colleagues and adversaries, says Rachel Adcox at Adcox Strategies.

  • The Benefits Of Choosing A Niche Practice In The AI Age

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    As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly accessible, lawyers with a niche practice may stand out as clients seek specialized judgment that automation cannot replicate, but it is important to choose a niche that is durable, engaging and a good personal fit, says Daniel Borneman at Lowenstein Sandler.

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    Podcasting Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Podcasting has changed how I ask questions and connect with people, sharpening my ability to listen without interrupting or prejudging, and bringing me closer to what law is meant to be: a human profession grounded in understanding, judgment and trust, says Donna DiMaggio Berger at Becker.

  • Structuring Water Agreements For Data Center Development

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    For developers of artificial intelligence data centers, water use is now a threshold feasibility and financing variable amid a regulatory landscape with a state-driven push for transparency and federal push to streamline pathways for AI-related infrastructure, say attorneys at Pillsbury.

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