-

Best Practices for Apps & Websites to Avoid Claims Under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA)
Amid little clarity from courts, wiretap claims targeting the use of data analytics tools are becoming increasingly common. Here are ways to stay compliant and avoid costly litigation….By: Greenberg Glusker LLP
-

More Than Testimony Is Needed to Establish an Emergency Call for Immunity Purposes
Robinson v. Cleveland, 8th Dist. Cuyahoga No. 112798, 2024-Ohio-969 – A Cleveland police officer was stopped at a stop light. Without turning on his lights and sirens, he checked for oncoming traffic and advanced through the intersection. The officer did not see the plaintiff’s vehicle and collided with it, causing injury. The officer testified that…
-

Where to Draw the Line: Superseding Causes and Duty
Baker v. Bunker Hill Haven Home, 12th Dist. Butler No. CA2023-08-095, 2024-Ohio-875 – Todd Howard was a resident at Bunker Hill, a home for wayward boys. He snuck out of the facility to meet with his friends, Zeb Freeman and Derrick Hizer. He snuck out through a path that was well-known to Bunker Hill, but…
-

Notable Ruling Roundup – April 2024 #2
Our notable ruling roundup aims to keep our readers up to date on recent rulings in the food & consumer packaged goods space. Nancy McCoy v. Nestlé USA, Inc., No. 3:23-cv-02218-MCR-HTC (N.D. Fla. – February 1, 2024): The Northern District of Florida dismissed a complaint with prejudice in putative class action alleging the labeling of…
-

Octapharma Plasma Confirms Recent Cyberattack and Investigates Possible Data Breach
On April 19, 2024, Octapharma Plasma USA posted a website after discovering that the company was the target of a cyberattack. In this notice, Octapharma explains that the incident resulted in a disruption to the company’s operations, prompting an investigation….By: Console and Associates, P.C.
-

Who can file a Wrongful Death Claim in California?
The California Wrongful Death statute creates a legal claim when someone dies at the hands of a negligent, reckless, or intentional tort or a dangerous or defective product. Such incidents include……By: Maison Law
-

Middle East Crisis: Netanyahu Again Vows to Invade Rafah ‘With or Without’ Cease-Fire Deal
“The idea that we will halt the war before achieving all of its goals is out of the question,” the Israeli premier told relatives of hostages on Tuesday.
-

Georgia Bill Targeting ‘Foreign Interests’ Draws Protests
Opponents of the measure, which resembles a Russian law that Moscow has used to crack down on dissidents, say it could undermine efforts for Georgia to join the European Union.
-

Facets to Honor Academy Museum President Jacqueline Stewart at the 2024 Screen Gems Benefit
On Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, FACETS will honor Jacqueline Stewart, Director and President of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, at their annual Screen Gems Benefit. Taking place at the Arts Club of Chicago (201 E. Ontario Sreet.), the event runs from 6:00–9:00 pm and includes an open bar, light dinner, online auction, and special conversation between Jacqueline…
-

How The Phantom Menace Predicted Hollywood’s Prequel Future
It was the summer of 1994, and George Lucas had an announcement: For the first time since 1983, there would be a new “Star Wars” movie. In fact, there were going to be three. “I’ve got the stories done,” Lucas said, although he quickly added, “but I have to write the screenplay, so that’s a…