Technology,
Entertainment & Sports,
Civil Litigation
Oct. 20, 2021
US judge likely to nix suit over loot boxes in games
U.S. District Judge Beth L. Freeman found that Google is likely immune from the lawsuit under a federal law shielding internet platforms of liability arising from the content of third parties.
A federal judge signaled Tuesday that Google will not have to face a class action from players of mobile games challenging the sale of loot boxes, virtual items purchased using real money offering randomized chances to win in-game items.
U.S. District Judge Beth L. Freeman said that Google is likely immune from the lawsuit under a federal law shielding internet platforms of ...
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