IJR News — today's news from every sideDana Whitfield It's good to see a local firm like Portnoy gaining traction instead of the big national ones. Jared Kim Law firms pushing these suits against companies like Baidu usually pocket most of any settlement. Dana Whitfield Using existing laws to investigate OpenAI and others is a practical step while new AI rules get debated. Sam Okafor European officials should focus on consistent enforcement rather than starting with the biggest US social media firms. Investor Deadlines Near in Hertz, Hyliion, UWM Lawsuits — Sep 17, 2026Several law firms announced securities class actions against Hertz Global Holding, UWM Holdings, and Hyliion Holdings, alleging that the companies issued false or misleading statements about liquidity, hedging practices, or strategic partnerships, with deadlines for lead plaintiff filings spanning from September to October 2026. The notices urge eligible investors to join the suits and seek possible recoveries under federal securities laws, with firms highlighting their track records and contingency-based fee arrangements.
Marcus Bell Park Ha's case stands out as another reminder to research before jumping into smaller biotech stocks. Class-Action Lawsuit Alleges AST SpaceMobile Misrepresented Capital Needs and Competition — Sep 15, 2026Multiple securities class actions have been filed against AST SpaceMobile alleging false and misleading statements about its capital needs, debt load, liquidity, and competitive position, including claims tied to the EchoStar transaction; investors who purchased ASTS securities during the specified period may pursue recovery, with lead-plaintiff deadlines and no out-of-pocket costs to participate. The actions are being led by Rosen Law Firm, Levi & Korsinsky, and Robbins Geller as they seek to represent shareholders affected by the alleged fraud between March 4, 2025 and July 15, 2026.
Jared Kim Trillions in damages against U.S. firms while foreign producers stay untouched will only raise costs for regular families. 
