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Recent lawsuits allege ChatGPT contributed to attempted murder, killings, and mass shootings. As OpenAI introduces new safety measures, chatbot cases raise questions about a company's duty to recognize threats, warn authorities, and protect potential victims.
Families suing Roblox and Discord over alleged child sexual abuse are challenging efforts to move their cases into private arbitration. A federal judge will consider whether the companies can enforce those agreements and what federal protections mean for survivors seeking justice.
3M has agreed to pay billions of dollars to resolve 115,000+ PFAS firefighting foam injury claims. But questions remain about who qualifies, how long compensation will take, and whether people diagnosed with PFAS-related illnesses in the future will be covered.
The Archdiocese of New York has agreed to an $800 million settlement involving approximately 1,300 clergy sexual abuse claims. The agreement includes financial compensation for survivors and measures intended to increase transparency and accountability within the church.
The $5 million Instacart hiring discrimination settlement will compensate U.S. job seekers who applied for certain positions (and even some who were discouraged from applying). Learn who may qualify, what to do if you think you have a claim, and why you don't need a rejection letter to be affected.
A new federal lawsuit alleges Dollar General repeatedly charged customers more than advertised, costing shoppers millions. Learn how state pricing laws protect consumers, when stores must correct overcharges, and what to do if your receipt doesn't match the shelf price.
A $3 million Texas agreement requires Temu to strengthen consumer data protections, independently test certain products for harmful chemicals, and refund eligible shoppers. Learn who's responsible for dangerous items sold through online marketplaces and what to do if a product is unsafe or recalled.
Are you eligible for money from a class action settlement? With end of 2026 deadlines approaching, learn how to file a claim involving cases against Apple, Equifax, CVS, generic drug makers, and others. Consumers may qualify for payments ranging from a few dollars to thousands.
A congressional investigation into the AAU follows reports that coaches suspended or banned by other youth sports organizations were allowed to work with young athletes. Lawmakers are questioning the organization's child sexual abuse prevention policies and how it responds to misconduct allegations.
A California mother alleges ChatGPT collected and used her children's personal information without valid consent. The proposed class action raises questions about AI training and children's privacy rights, and seeks shares of OpenAI's financial success due to how kids' information is used.
There are specific diagnostic testing requirements for patients alleging Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs caused gastroparesis. Learn accepted tests, why timing matters, what's required for other GI injuries, and how missing medical evidence could affect compensation.
California's new driverless truck regulations face a legal challenge from the Teamsters. The dispute highlights concerns about trucking jobs, highway safety, and the growing questions surrounding accountability when autonomous commercial vehicles are involved in crashes.
