DOJ Intervenes in Commission Case, Focused on Associations and ‘Concerted Action’
After months of silence—and some indications that it was backing off its most aggressive positions—the Department of Justice (DOJ) under ...
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NAR Sharply Denies Factual, Legal Basis of Broker Lawsuit Petition
In a short and somewhat brusque court filing yesterday, the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) asked a federal judge to ...
Brokers Suing NAR Say MLS Policy Changes Are ‘Admission’ of Illegality
After the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) made comprehensive updates to MLS policies—saying that most are meant to “modernize” and ...
CoStar Claims Zillow Still Using Copyrighted Images Despite Lawsuit; Zillow Submits New Court Filing
After filing a lawsuit against Zillow alleging widespread copyright infringement back in July, CoStar is now claiming that the listing ...
Buyer Plaintiffs in Batton Class-Action Case Estimate $3.6 Billion in Damages From Four MLSs
Across two in-depth reports totaling 332 pages, buyer plaintiffs in the massive Batton class-action commission case put forward expert arguments ...
NAR Looks to Revitalize Realtor® Brand, Putting ‘Negativity’ in Rear View
Above: NAR General Counsel Jon Waclawski (left) and NAR President Kevin Sears (right) take the stage at the midyear Legislative ...
Lawyers Behind Original Commission Lawsuit Launch ‘Investigation’ Into Industry
One of the law firms behind the original commission lawsuits has just announced an “investigation” into “recently uncovered practices” in ...
Howard Hanna Wins Partial Dismissal in Buyer Lawsuit
Following lengthy oral arguments earlier this month, Judge Wendy Beetlestone of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania today dismissed claims by ...
Howard Hanna Distances Itself From NAR in Buyer Lawsuit as It Charts New Course
Facing a $1.8 billion judgment and a cavalcade of copycat lawsuits after the Burnett verdict, the vast majority of real ...
Broker Who Sued NAR Restarts Case With Legal Representation
Like a lot of real estate professionals, California broker John Diaz is used to doing things on his own. When ...
Safe at Home: Holiday Tips That Keep Risks and Hazards to a Minimum
Getting back in touch through emails or notes can provide a subtle reminder that you want to stay connected, as well as providing useful information. Instead of sending a generic Happy Holidays card, why not add helpful holiday safety tips? Read more.
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