Lawsuits

In 2023, Meta (formerly Facebook) reached a historic $725 million settlement to resolve privacy violations in a class-action lawsuit involving millions of U.S. Facebook users. Despite the final court approval, payouts to users have been delayed due to several appeals, with new projections pointing to payouts possibly beginning in 2025. This article provides a thorough…

A recent report revealed that over 60% of Americans have been impacted by some form of data breach or unauthorized data collection. This stark reality highlights a growing concern: large corporations are profiting from consumers’ private information without their knowledge. One such high-profile case is the class action lawsuit against Thomson Reuters, which exposed the…

Direct Fairways lawsuit, filed in 2022, has become a prime example of how deceptive business practices can lead to costly consequences. This class action lawsuit, filed by golf courses and businesses, claims that Direct Fairways, a golf marketing company, failed to deliver on its promises of advertising revenue and exclusive access to a network of…

In a shocking lawsuit filed in 2024, Megan Garcia, a mother from Florida, claims that the AI chatbot service, Character.AI (C.AI), played a pivotal role in the tragic death of her 14-year-old son, Sewell Setzer. The lawsuit alleges that C.AI’s chatbot interactions became abusive, with one chatbot allegedly suggesting that Sewell should kill his parents…

In recent years, SmileDirectClub has positioned itself as a leader in at-home teeth-straightening solutions, claiming to offer results for “60% less than braces and Invisalign.” While this promise attracted thousands of customers, a wave of complaints and legal scrutiny has cast serious doubt on these claims. Allegations of false advertising, lack of professional oversight, and…

As of now, there are no confirmed reports or legal documentation surrounding a lawsuit involving Adrian Barker, the founder of Bark and Jack, a prominent platform in the watch community. The site, which features detailed watch reviews, high-quality straps, and accessories, has earned a loyal following. However, there have been some public discussions and rumors…

Netflix’s critically acclaimed series Baby Reindeer has sparked an intense legal debate that could reshape how real-life events are portrayed in entertainment. The show, written by and starring Richard Gadd, was marketed as a “true story” about his experiences with a stalker. However, Fiona Harvey, the woman identified as the real-life inspiration for the character…

Tech giants dominate nearly every facet of our digital lives, one company stands at the forefront of antitrust scrutiny—Google. With its unparalleled reach in online search and digital advertising, the tech giant controls a staggering 92.5% of the global search engine market. This dominance has led to accusations of monopolistic practices, prompting multiple lawsuits, the…

T-Mobile, one of the largest wireless providers in the U.S., is facing multiple legal challenges, including class action lawsuits over hidden fees, a major 2021 data breach, and ongoing refund issues. With over 100 million customers, T-Mobile’s legal battles have raised concerns, as the company was hit with over $500 million in settlements in 2023…

Fortnite developer Epic Games has been compelled by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to issue refunds totaling over $72 million to more than 629,000 affected consumers. This settlement stems from deceptive in-app purchase tactics and violations of children’s privacy laws. The broader settlement amounts to $520 million, making it one of the largest penalties in…