Strike 3 Holdings, LLC — one of the most active copyright plaintiffs in federal courts — has filed a new wave of copyright infringement complaints, with over 100 new cases hitting federal dockets between April 17 and April 24, 2026. The suits target anonymous “John Doe” defendants identified only by their IP addresses and span federal district courts from California to New York, and from Illinois to Georgia.
What Are These Cases About?
Strike 3 Holdings brings these suits under federal copyright law, alleging that individuals used BitTorrent file-sharing technology to illegally download and distribute content owned by the company. Defendants are initially identified solely by their IP address, and Strike 3 typically seeks early discovery — a court-authorized subpoena to the defendant’s internet service provider — to obtain the name and address associated with each IP address. That is why the first contact defendants have with the lawsuit is almost always a letter from their Internet Service Provider with a copy of a subpoena seeking the name and address of the subscriber assigned a particular IP address.
What Should You Do If You’ve Been Served?
If you have received a subpoena, a notice from your Internet Service Provider, a complaint, or any other correspondence related to one of these cases, you should consult with an attorney immediately. These cases often move quickly, and early legal intervention can make a significant difference in the outcome. Attorney Erin Russell has more than 15 years of experience in copyright defense matters and can advise you on your options, which may include negotiating a settlement or defending the case on the merits.
Contact us at The Russell Firm to discuss your situation confidentially. Erin can talk to you about your particular situation and advise you on the best course of action to achieve the best outcome for you. You can call Erin directly for a free consultation at 312-994-2424. You can email her at erin@russellfirmip.com.
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New Case Filings — April 17–24, 2026
California Northern District
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California Southern District
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California Eastern District
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Georgia Northern District
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Michigan Eastern District
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Michigan Western District
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Wisconsin Eastern District
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Ohio Southern District
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Ohio Northern District
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Minnesota
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New York Southern District
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New York Northern District
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New York Eastern District
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New York Western District
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New Jersey
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Pennsylvania Eastern District
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Tennessee Middle District
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Illinois Northern District
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