Nosalek Case: MLS PIN Settlement Approved
MLS PIN secures final approval for Nosalek settlement, resolving commission claims after 5 years. The case, alongside Sitzer/Burnett & Moehrl, prompts policy changes & DOJ scrutiny. Settlement: $3.95M.
Homie Boycott Case: Appeal Filed After Dismissal
Homie is appealing the dismissal of its lawsuit alleging anticompetitive behavior and a boycott conspiracy by NAR, Anywhere Real Estate, Keller Williams, RE/MAX, and HomeServices of America due to low commissions.
Zillow Faces Lawsuit: CoStar Claims Copyright Infringement
Zillow is facing a lawsuit from CoStar over alleged copyright infringement of watermarked images used on Zillow, Trulia, HotPads, Redfin, and Realtor.com. CoStar CEO accuses Zillow of benefiting from CoStar's investments.
Lawsuit Filed: Weyandt Accused of Trade Secret Breach & Account Blocking
Weyandt faces lawsuit for trade secret violations, blocking access to company accounts after resignation. Court grants injunction, ordering asset turnover. Criminal charges also filed.
Realtor Fees Lawsuit: Diaz vs. NAR – Antitrust Allegations
John Diaz sues NAR, alleging anticompetitive subscription fees violate antitrust laws. The suit challenges fees for non-Realtor licensees, claiming it hinders participation and disadvantages smaller brokerages.