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Sony Faces Class Action Over Tariff Windfall on PS5
A California federal class action accuses Sony Interactive Entertainment of retaining a windfall from IEEPA tariffs and seeks refunds from CBP passed to PS5 buyers after a Supreme Court ruling that the tariffs were unlawful. Plaintiffs contend Sony raised PS5 prices by up to $200 between Aug 2025 and Apr 2026 to offset the tariffs, and that the refunds would amount to a double-dip if kept by Sony; the nationwide class covers PS5 buyers from Aug 1, 2025 to present. The suit was filed May 6, 2026 and mirrors a recent Nintendo-related case.
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Sony to Issue $7.8M in PSN Credits After Settlement Gets Preliminary OK
A Northern District of California court granted preliminary approval to a $7.8 million PSN Digital Games class action settlement against Sony, with credits to eligible U.S. PSN purchasers of specific digital titles from 2019–2023. The credits will be awarded automatically via email, and a fairness hearing is set for October 15, 2026 to finalize the deal. The settlement covers game-specific vouchers from retailers and is separate from the ongoing PlayStation You Owe Us suit; eligibility and title list are on the settlement site.
Wells Fargo settles CARES Act FCRA case for $56.85M
Wells Fargo has agreed to a $56.85 million class action settlement to resolve FCRA claims that it inaccurately reported CARES Act forbearances; California mortgagors with current loans who received CARES Act forbearances may share in the net settlement, with a March 25, 2026 claim/exclusion deadline and a final approval hearing on April 17, 2026.
Lively Slams Baldoni in Unsealed Swift Texts Tied to It Ends With Us Case
Unsealed text messages reveal Blake Lively and Taylor Swift trading sharp words about director Justin Baldoni—calling him a “doofus director,” “clown,” and “bitch”—as part of the It Ends With Us lawsuit; Swift compares the situation to a looming horror film, and Lively apologizes for taking up Swift’s time. The disclosures come amid ongoing court battles over Swift’s texts, with Baldoni’s subpoenas and Lively’s own request for Scooter Braun’s PR records shaping the case.
Biglaw Partner's Outburst Over Parking Spot Sparks Controversy
Richard Pitt, a partner at Eversheds Sutherland, faced backlash for blocking a pregnant associate's car in a parking dispute at the Cardiff office. Enraged by the associate taking his reserved spot, Pitt parked his car to trap hers, demanding a written and later an in-person apology. The situation was resolved after Pitt issued an apology for his "regrettable error of judgement."
'Rust' Armorer Seeks New Trial Following Alec Baldwin Case Dismissal
Attorneys for "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed have filed for a new trial or dismissal of her case, citing prosecutorial misconduct and discovery violations, following the dismissal of Alec Baldwin's related case. They argue that withheld evidence and false statements by the special prosecutor compromised the integrity of the judicial process. Gutierrez Reed, convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the 2021 on-set shooting, is currently serving an 18-month sentence.
'Rust' Armorer Seeks New Trial After Baldwin Case Dismissal
Lawyers for "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez have filed for a new trial or dismissal of her case, citing severe discovery violations by the State, following the recent dismissal of Alec Baldwin's case. Gutierrez was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in March and sentenced to 18 months in prison for the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The judge dismissed Baldwin's case due to discovery violations, which Gutierrez's legal team argues also affected her trial.
'Rust' Armorer Seeks New Trial After Baldwin Case Dismissal
"Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed is seeking to overturn her manslaughter conviction, alleging prosecutorial misconduct and suppressed evidence similar to what led to the dismissal of Alec Baldwin's case. Her attorney argues that crucial evidence was withheld, compromising the trial's integrity, and calls for her release and the removal of special prosecutor Kari Morrissey.
Supreme Court Halts Execution of Texas Man Seeking DNA Test
The Supreme Court has granted an indefinite stay of execution for Texas death row inmate Ruben Gutierrez, who was scheduled for lethal injection for the 1998 stabbing death of an 85-year-old woman. Gutierrez has long sought DNA testing to prove his innocence, arguing that key evidence from the crime scene has never been tested. The stay will remain in effect until the justices decide whether to review his appeal. Prosecutors argue that the request for DNA testing is a delay tactic and maintain that Gutierrez's conviction is justified.
'Rust' Armorer Seeks Case Dismissal Following Baldwin's Legal Victory
Lawyers for "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed are seeking her release from prison following the dismissal of Alec Baldwin's case due to discovery violations by the state. The motion cites severe misconduct by the special prosecutor, who allegedly suppressed evidence related to live ammunition. Reed was previously convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 18 months in prison.
'Rust' Armorer Seeks Case Dismissal Following Baldwin's Legal Victory
Following the dismissal of Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial, the lawyer for Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has filed a motion to dismiss her charges or grant a new trial, citing prosecutorial misconduct and failure to disclose evidence. The motion also calls for the removal of Special Prosecutor Kari Morrissey. Gutierrez-Reed was sentenced to 18 months for her role in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.