Supreme Court Swats Down Attempts To Hold Twitter, Google Financially Liable for Terrorism
The narrow rulings concluded the platforms aren’t responsible for bad people using their communication services.
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Tyre Nichols' Killing Brings Police Reform Back into Public Debate
There are ways to reduce abusive behavior while still protecting public safety.
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against TikTok Over Child's Death in Blackout Challenge
In his dismissal order, the judge cited Section 230, the law protecting websites from liability for user-generated content.
Supreme Court To Hear 2 Cases About Social Media Moderation and Liability for Terrorism
Does Section 230 shield YouTube from lawsuits about recommendations? Can Twitter be forced to pay damages over the terrorists it hasn’t banned?
Gun-Maker Remington Settles with Sandy Hook Families Over Alleged Liability for Misuse of Weapon They Made
A settlement means no official legal precedent is set, but holding gun sellers responsible for crimes of gun users could harm Americans' ability to enjoy their Second Amendment rights.
CNN Shuts Down Access to Facebook Pages in Australia After Court Ruling Holding Media Outlets Liable for Commenters
This is where government demands to moderate what users say will ultimately lead.
Australia's Highest Court Holds Media Outlets Financially Liable for Trolls and Shitposters
Here’s why Section 230 is so important.
Court Says Snapchat Can Be Sued for Deaths of Trio Using App During Fatal Crash
Plus: The challenges of free speech on Twitter, the case against baseball bailouts, and more...
Should You Be Able To Sue a Business for Exposing You to Coronavirus?
Renewed wrangling over another relief bill has raised the possibility that Congress will pass sweeping liability protections for businesses accused of contributing to the spread of COVID-19.
How To Reboot the Government with Common Sense
Hold agencies and regulators accountable for outcomes, not compliance.
Australian Court Rules Media Outlets Are Responsible for Facebook Users' Comments
Online censorship is coming, and it’s going to be bad news for everybody.
Senators Push Sneaky Anti-Privacy Bill
The EARN IT is an attack on encryption masquerading as a blow against underage porn.
How Far Should Blame for Asbestos Go?
Thanks to its role overseeing maritime law, the Supreme Court will soon rule on liability limits for manufacturers adjacent to the asbestos industry.
Penn State's 98-Year-Old Outing Club Is No Longer Allowed to Go Outside
"Student safety in any activity is our primary focus."
Federal Labor Board Reverses Bad Decision that Made Corporations Responsible for Franchise Decisions
Union influence (and the pursuit of deep pockets) temporarily overruled economic literacy and common sense.
If You're Not Driving, Then You Shouldn't be Liable for Accidents in Self-Driving Cars
Fewer and less destructive accidents also mean lower overall liability costs
Yelp Refuses to Remove Reviews Ruled Defamatory—With Good Reason. Will California Supreme Court Agree?
The precedent-setting case could have major implications for all sorts of online publishers.
No Justice For Flint Water Victims
Unlike private companies, they can't sue their government
Guvmint Is Not Done Screwing Over Flint Water Victims Yet
Victims can't sue government, that's the other crime
Court Lets Government Motors Keep its Liability Shield and Screw Over Crash Victims
The GM bailout is a gift that keeps on giving to the company.
Uber Faces Lawsuit over Girl's Death in San Francisco
Driver was alleged logged into app when he struck girl
Jerry Brown is All Talk on Teacher-Pension Mess
Talking about a problem is one thing, and using one's political capital to fix it is quite another.
BP Sues Lawyer, Accusing Him of False Oil Spill Claims
Firm says he fraudulently claimed to represent thousands of people affected by oil spill to get money
Supreme Court Hears Case About Airline Lawsuit Immunity Related to Threats
Can an airline be held liable for defamation?
Court Rules Negligence Didn't Cause Third WTC Tower Collapse
Fell several hours after 9/11 terrorism attack
Judge Allows Jury to Hear Civil Case over Botched Tenn. Raid
Sheriff's Department burned down a mobile home
Jury Awards $150 Million in Wrongful Death Case
Part of family killed after strike truck that parked on side of highway with no lights
Oklahoma Attorney Suing Drug Dealers On Behalf of Buyers' Children
Using a little known liability law
Aurora Theater Wins Dismissal of Some Shooting Lawsuits
Judge tosses negligence claims, but liability and wrongful death suits remain
Dr. Oz Sued Over Injury Due to Home Remedy
Involved fighting insomnia with rice heated in a microwave.
French Court Overturns Continental Airlines Conviction in Concorde Deaths
But the civil settlement against the defunct carrier stands
United Cleared of Liability for Letting 9/11 Terrorists Through Security
Of course, the TSA would have caught em quick
Wal-Mart Not at Fault for Man's Misuse of Ammunition
Miraculously, the court said the shooter is responsible for his own actions
Recalled Legislators Unlikely to Fix Illinois Pension Crisis
State has unfunded liabilities of $83 billion.