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Tupac Murder Trial Focuses on Revenge Motive in Gang-Linked 1996 Shooting
Trial against Duane Davis for Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder highlights legal challenges in gang-related cold cases and contested memoir evidence.
AI Cuts Outside Counsel Use as Legal Departments Take More In-House Work
Generative AI boosts in-house legal teams' capabilities, reducing reliance on outside counsel and reshaping legal spending and staffing.
Cal/OSHA Aligns Indoor and Outdoor Heat Illness Rules
Cal/OSHA revises draft heat illness regulations to harmonize indoor and outdoor worker protections in California workplaces.
Medicare updates FQHC and RHC billing codes for care management in 2026
Starting 2026, Medicare requires FQHCs and RHCs to use new CPT and HCPCS codes for care management and telehealth billing.
DHS ends 'duration of status' for F-1 students starting Sept 15, 2026
DHS final rule ending duration of status for F-1, J-1, and I visa holders takes effect Sept 15, 2026, imposing fixed stays and mobility limits.
HRSA Revises 340B Rebate Pilot Program, Alters Drug Pricing Compliance
HRSA updates its 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, impacting drug pricing compliance and hospital rebate processes starting January 2027.
AI Drives New Skills and Hiring Trends in Legal Teams by 2028
AI is reshaping legal team roles, hiring practices, and billing models, requiring legal pros to adapt skills and workflows now.
Andy Baker to Exit as White House Deputy National Security Adviser This Month
White House Deputy National Security Adviser Andy Baker will depart by September, impacting national security policy and legal compliance strategies.
DOJ's Fraud Division Unveils Expanded Enforcement Priorities
The DOJ Fraud Division issued a new memorandum expanding fraud enforcement focus, urging legal teams to update compliance strategies.
Liverpool FC Sells 30% Stake to Bezos-Led Consortium
Liverpool FC sold a 30% stake to a consortium led by Amit Bhatia with Jeff Bezos involved, reshaping ownership and governance.
Norm Law Opens DC Office; Datagnome Launches AI Legal Platform
Norm Law expands to DC to serve federal clients; Datagnome debuts AI contract review platform to boost legal efficiency in August 2026.
New Analysis Highlights Liability Risks in Bank-Fintech BaaS Partnerships
A new analysis explores liability allocation in Banking-as-a-Service amid compliance failures and regulatory enforcement actions.
California’s May 15 Deadline Cuts Off Fiscal Bills in 2026 Session
California legislators faced a critical May 15 deadline to pass fiscal bills through key committees, impacting state regulatory and business laws.
DOJ Resumes Targeted Hart-Scott-Rodino Merger Reviews
The DOJ has resumed targeted reviews under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, signaling increased scrutiny on mergers and antitrust compliance.
NY Court Blocks NYC's New Tax on High-Value Secondary Homes
NY Supreme Court issues a temporary restraining order blocking NYC’s pied-à-terre tax on luxury non-primary residences starting August 2026.
Survey: Lack of Stakeholder Buy-In Hampers Early Legal Tech Selection
A UK survey reveals that over half of legal departments struggle with stakeholder buy-in during early legal tech adoption, impacting budgeting and software choices.
Trade Secret Lawsuits Soar, Patent Strategies Face New Scrutiny
Trade secret cases in the U.S. hit record levels in 2025, pushing legal teams to reexamine patent vs trade secret approaches amid rising AI disputes.
ICE to Spend $20M on Electric Shock Gloves for Officers
ICE plans to buy electric shock gloves costing up to $20 million, prompting legal and civil rights concerns about use-of-force policies and oversight.
EPA OIG to Review TSCA Chemical Testing Priorities
EPA Office of Inspector General plans to evaluate the prioritization process for chemical testing under TSCA, affecting regulatory compliance and safety.
10 States Sue Trump Admin Over Federal Mortgage Escrow Interest Rule
Oregon and nine states sue the Trump administration over a federal rule preempting state laws that require interest on mortgage escrow funds, challenging regulatory authority.