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Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

EPA Moves to Redefine 'Begin Actual Construction' in NSR Permitting Rules

EPA proposes revised 'begin actual construction' definition for NSR permits, potentially easing compliance for infrastructure projects. Public comment period to follow.

May 16, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

Colorado Governor Commutes Tina Peters’ Sentence in Voting Machine Case

Governor Jared Polis has commuted Tina Peters' sentence for a Colorado voting machine breach, reducing her prison term and reigniting debate on election security and sentencing.

May 16, 20263 min read
Regulatory & CompliancePrivacy & Data Protection

NYU Langone Faces Federal Criminal Subpoena Over Transgender Youth Healthcare

NYU Langone Health is the first known hospital to receive a federal grand jury subpoena on gender-affirming care for minors, raising complex legal and compliance concerns for healthcare legal teams.

May 16, 20263 min read
Supreme CourtRegulatory & Compliance

Supreme Court: Freight Brokers Can Face State Negligent Hiring Lawsuits

The Supreme Court ruled freight brokers can now be sued under state negligent hiring laws, reshaping liability and compliance risk for shippers and brokers nationwide.

May 15, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceIn-House

New Global Data Shows Rivers Losing Oxygen—Regulatory Gaps Exposed

A landmark global study finds rivers losing critical oxygen due to climate change, challenging water law and environmental regulations as aquatic ecosystems face mounting risks.

May 15, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceInternational Law

Judge Blocks US Travel and Banking Sanctions on UN Palestine Expert

A federal judge has halted US travel and banking sanctions imposed on UN Palestine Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, citing First Amendment concerns and legal protections.

May 15, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceIn-House

USCIS Tightens Signature Rules on Immigration Filings

USCIS will reject or deny immigration filings with invalid signatures under a new DHS interim final rule effective July 10, 2026, impacting employers and applicants.

May 15, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

DOJ Accuses Yale Medical School of Racial Bias in Admissions

The DOJ accuses Yale School of Medicine of racial discrimination in admissions, alleging systemic bias against Asian and White applicants and sparking national legal debate.

May 15, 20262 min read
Artificial IntelligenceLegal Tech

Musk Confirms xAI Used OpenAI Data in Grok Training During Court Testimony

Elon Musk testified that xAI used OpenAI outputs to train its Grok AI, raising major legal issues around AI IP, contractual limits, and governance after organizational changes.

May 15, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceWhite Collar & Investigations

Downstream Buyers Now Face Criminal Risk for Duty-Evaded Imports

A new DOJ enforcement push and recent cases show downstream buyers face criminal liability for knowingly purchasing goods brought into the U.S. through customs duty evasion schemes.

May 15, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceFunding & M&A

California AG Targets PE-Backed Healthcare in Corporate Practice Crackdown

California AG Rob Bonta announced major enforcement actions and new laws targeting private equity involvement in healthcare, signaling rising compliance risks for legal counsel.

May 14, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Operations

DOJ Sues D.C. Bar to Halt Discipline for Trump-Era Federal Lawyers

The DOJ filed a May 2026 lawsuit against D.C. Bar authorities to stop ethics proceedings against former Trump administration lawyers, escalating state-federal oversight disputes.

May 14, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

SEC’s Woodcock Targets Private Funds, Financial Reporting in Enforcement Push

New SEC Enforcement Director David Woodcock signals 'back-to-basics' priorities, focusing on private funds and financial reporting—key guidance for compliance professionals.

May 14, 20262 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

OpenAI’s KOSA Endorsement Draws Fire Over Regulatory Motives

OpenAI's support of the Kids Online Safety Act reignites debate over tech giants' influence on AI regulation and concerns of regulatory capture in US policymaking.

May 14, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

D.C. Medicaid Behavioral Health Providers Face More Investigations, Payment Suspensions

Government scrutiny is rising for Medicaid behavioral health providers in D.C., with increases in investigations, law enforcement referrals, and payment suspensions.

May 14, 20262 min read
LitigationRegulatory & Compliance

Missouri AG, Counselors Appeal Local Conversion Therapy Bans to Eighth Circuit

Missouri's attorney general and two counselors are challenging local conversion therapy bans as unconstitutional, with the Eighth Circuit set to hear the case in May 2026.

May 14, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

Pope Leo XIV to Issue First Encyclical Critiquing Artificial Intelligence

Pope Leo XIV will sign his first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' tackling AI's ethical and labor risks. The move signals a major religious response to AI's societal role.

May 14, 20263 min read
Employment & LaborRegulatory & Compliance

HRW Pushes ILO for Global Gig Worker Protections Ahead of June Treaty Talks

Human Rights Watch urges binding international labor protections for gig workers in a new report as ILO treaty negotiations approach, impacting global legal frameworks.

May 14, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceIn-House

Ninth Circuit Orders EPA to Redo DecaBDE Rule After Tribal, Environmental Challenge

The Ninth Circuit ordered the EPA to redo its DecaBDE flame retardant rule, siding with the Yurok Tribe and environmental groups. The decision may delay regulation and affect manufacturers.

May 14, 20263 min read
LitigationLegal Tech

Miami Residents Sue Trump Over $300M Land Gift for Library Skyscraper

Miami residents are suing to block Donald Trump's development of valuable downtown land gifted for his presidential library, citing constitutional and property law concerns.

May 14, 20262 min read