By Zachariah DeMeola, Guest Editor, BakerHostetler. Link to original post: http://bit.ly/1pOpf9K One obstacle for named plaintiffs in proposed data breach class actions is the extent to which plaintiffs must allege an injury-in-fact to have standing. Disputes often arise about whether proactive efforts to mitigate against the potential misuse of stolen data, such as utilizing credit... Continue Reading →
To Employ(ee) or Not to Employ(ee): Are Uber Drivers Employees or Independent Contractors?
Author: Gabriel Fletcher, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review Uber drivers in the state of California are challenging Uber Technologies, Inc. (Uber) in a class action suit, arguing that they should be classified as employees instead of independent contractors.[1] The classification of Uber’s drivers will dictate the drivers’ rights and eligibility for employment related... Continue Reading →
“Costanza Defense” Potentially No Longer Applicable in Class Action Securities Claims
Author: Collin L. Ryan, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review George Costanza once imparted to Jerry Seinfeld the infamous advice, “It’s not a lie, if you believe it.”[1] Although this advice is entertaining, the Supreme Court granted certiorari last March to resolve a circuit split regarding the extent to which Mr. Costanza’s advice applies... Continue Reading →