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Cisco Appeals Falun Gong Case; Citigroup's Fraud Suit Advances

1/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. will appeal a lawsuit under the Alien Tort Statute alleging Falun Gong persecution, a case that could redefine corporate liability.
The Supreme Court declined to hear Citigroup, Inc.'s appeal, allowing a lawsuit over Oceanografia's bankruptcy to proceed, with plaintiffs accusing Citigroup of facilitating fraud.
Chevron's bid to move a case from state to federal court is under review and could affect Louisiana lawsuits.

History

Historical Context

The Alien Tort Statute (ATS), enacted in 1789, allows foreign nationals to sue in U.S. courts for international law violations. Following the 2004 Supreme Court ruling in Sosa v. Alvarez-Machain, which limited such claims, recent lawsuits against corporations like Cisco Systems and Chevron highlight ongoing debates about corporate accountability in human rights. These cases may significantly influence legal precedents regarding corporate liability.

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Story summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. will appeal a lawsuit under the Alien Tort Statute alleging Falun Gong persecution, a case that could redefine corporate liability.
The Supreme Court declined to hear Citigroup, Inc.'s appeal, allowing a lawsuit over Oceanografia's bankruptcy to proceed, with plaintiffs accusing Citigroup of facilitating fraud.
Chevron's bid to move a case from state to federal court is under review and could affect Louisiana lawsuits.

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