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Husch Blackwell LLP

NYC ‘Subway Surfing’ Case Survives Summary Judgment

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On June 30, 2025, the Honorable Paul Goetz of the New York Supreme Court held that plaintiff Norma Nazario’s lawsuit for the death of her son in a 2023 “subway surfing” incident could proceed against social media companies...more

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The Intersection of Social Media, AI, and Product Liability

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State governments, public school districts, and individuals are suing social media companies, such as TikTok and Snapchat, alleging that defects in their algorithms and platform features cause psychological and physical harm,...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

Software Gains New Status as a Product Under Strict Liability Law

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A recent lawsuit involving an AI chatbot represents another indication of a possible shift in how courts will approach software under traditional strict products liability principles. Traditionally, courts have been hesitant...more

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Alere Agrees to Pay $38.75 Million to Settle False Claims Act Violations (Part II of V)

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Alere, Inc. and its San Diego subsidiary, agreed to pay $38.75 million to resolve False Claims Act charges for billing the Medicare program for defective rapid point-of-care testing devices. ...more

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How Smart is it for Medical Devices to Learn New Tricks? The FDA Seeks Feedback On Its Proposed Regulatory Framework for...

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In the shadow of the FDA’s new Proposed Regulatory Framework for Modifications to AI/ML-Based Software as a Medical Device, manufacturers are left to contemplate enhanced product liability exposure. AI-powered devices ingest...more

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